When it comes to the fabulous world of hair and beauty, deciding on a look that will look best on you begins with the foundation that you have – your face shape. Knowing your femme face shape will allow you to focus on the hair/makeup ideas that can be customized to compliment your face.
Study your face in the mirror to see which of the following 8 femme face shapes you have:
- The oval face shape: you’ll notice that the length and width of your face are nearly equal, with a slight curve to the edges.
- The square face shape: the length and width of your face are equal, while the edges are angular and defined.
- The heart face shape: your forehead is wider than your jawline and chin. You also have prominent cheekbones.
- The round face shape: your face is equal in width and length with curved, rounded edges.
- The diamond face shape: the length of your face is noticeably longer and you have a pointed chin and a narrow hairline.
- The triangle face shape: you can spot that your forehead is the widest part of your face and your chin is more narrow.
- The rectangular face shape: the length of your face is longer than the width and your jaw is square.
- The oblong face shape: the length of your face is longer than the width, but your forehead and jaw feature rounded curves.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. Let’s take a closer look so you can learn how to determine your face femme shape, and then find out how to use that information to perfect your look.
How To Determine Your Face Shape
To be able to examine your face shape, you’ll need to head to the mirror and take a look at your face shape with an objective mind. Then, check out the definitions of eight different face shapes below so you can find the one that matches you the closest.
If you have an oval face shape…you’ll notice that the length and width of your face are nearly equal, with a slight curve to the edges.
If you have a square face shape…the length and width of your face are equal, while the edges are angular and defined.
If you have a heart face shape…your forehead is wider than your jawline and chin. You also have prominent cheekbones.
If you have a round face shape…your face is equal in width and length with curved, rounded edges.
If you have a diamond face shape…the length of your face is noticeably longer and you have a pointed chin and a narrow hairline.
If you have a triangle face shape…you can spot that your forehead is the widest part of your face and your chin is more narrow.
If you have a rectangular face shape…the length of your face is longer than the width and your jaw is square.
If you have an oblong face shape…the length of your face is longer than the width, but your forehead and jaw feature rounded curves.
Which Face Shape Is Best?
The truth is, there is no single face shape that’s the most attractive. All face shapes are gorgeous, especially when you know the right hairstyles, makeup, and more to flatter your shape. That is the key factor. When you know your face shape you can choose a hairstyle and makeup to show the beauty that is already there. That is one of the first things that Dafni Coco does with a new client at the Dafni Girls makeover studio. You can learn more about the work Dafni and her team do in the interview published here on Pink Femme.
How To Put Your New Knowledge To Use
Once you know your face shape, the beauty world is your oyster. Keep reading for a breakdown of different ways you can use your knowledge of your face shape to craft the perfect beauty look in the same way that a professional makeup artist would during a makeover.
Hair For Different Face Shapes
Once you know your feminine face shape you can look at switching up your hairstyle. I highly recommend it. To start, consider your part. Learning How to Find the Best Part for Your Face Shape and Hair Type can make all the difference in your overall look. I will soon be writing a detailed post on choosing the hair part that will make you look the most feminine.
Once you’ve found your perfect part, it’s all about the right haircut. There are so many options, and using your face shape as a guide is a wise move. A pixie is particularly flattering on those with heart-shaped faces, while long layers help to elongate round faces—just to give you an idea. Not to mention, if bangs have ever crossed your mind, you’ll want to choose a fringe that’ll complement your shape. Give a new haircut based on your face shape a try, with the help of my articles – although these are still on my to-do list and I’ll be publishing them soon: The Best Haircuts for Every Face Shape and The Best Bangs for Every Face Shape and Hair Type.
Aside from cuts, your overall hairstyle may also be in need of a feminine upgrade. Even something as simple as throwing your hair into a ponytail can be fine-tuned to suit different face shapes. Speaking of, here’s The Best Ponytail for Your Face Shape. If you’re interested in styling your locks to match one of the hottest hairstyle trends, consider giving one of 8 of the Best Shaggy Hairstyles for Every Face Shape a go.
A great option for feminizing your hairstyle is to take the time to chat with a hairstylist and ask them for a range of styles that will feminize your face shape at different hair lengths. This will help you choose styles as you grow your hair as well as make shopping for wigs easier.
Makeup For Different Face Shapes
Where and how you apply your makeup products can also make a huge difference in your beauty look. We’re sure you’re familiar with the concept of contouring for different face shapes, but what about other products? Well, as far as face makeup goes, the location of your rosy cheeks can also use a little tweaking. Check out my article, How to Apply Blush Based on Your Face Shape (link), for everything you need to know.
Aside from your face makeup, your eye makeup can also be adjusted to flatter your face shape. No, we’re not talking about mascara—we’re referring to your eyebrows! For brows that are always on fleek, learn How to Find the Perfect Eyebrow Shape for Your Face. The link to the eyebrow article will be live as soon as I have published it.
Glasses For Different Face Shapes
Unfortunately, just because oversized angular, and small, round glasses happen to look amazing on your favorite influencers, doesn’t mean they’ll look the same on you. That’s because your face shape also plays a role in the best eyeglasses for you. Want to know the specs for your ideal specs? Here’s How to Pick the Best Glasses for Your Face Shape. Once it is written it will give you a full guide to choosing the glasses that will look the most feminine on your face shape.
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