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12 haircuts that define your features and highlight your best facial traits


This curated list features styles that will enhance your natural beauty, bring freshness to your look, and completely transform it


© Edward Berthelot
By Celia Mediavilla, Carolina Urquiola
JULY 4, 2025 10:54 AM EDTJUL 4, 2025, 10:54 AM EDT

Sometimes, we experience a sense of something being off, and it's not due to the makeup, attire, or atmosphere. It’s the haircut. 

Your hairstyle can make or break your look, because when it doesn't complement your features, the whole thing feels off. However, when the cut is right and elevates your features, everything falls into place.

It’s no secret that a well-chosen haircut, tailored to your facial structure, can be the ultimate finishing touch. The key is knowing what enhances your natural beauty. If you haven’t found it yet, we’re here to help. 

Here are 12 flattering haircut ideas that highlight your features and elevate your personal style.

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© Edward Berthelot

Straight bob with a center part 

A timeless classic that flatters most face shapes. The clean center part creates symmetry that visually slims the cheeks and jawline, especially ideal for round or square faces. Perfect for sleek, straight hair and a polished, sophisticated finish.

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Soft layers with natural volume 

This cut keeps the hair's natural volume without making it look bulky. Strategically placed soft layers create movement and add lightness, enhancing the neckline and cheekbones. Ideal for a youthful, effortless style.

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© Edward Berthelot

Asymmetrical pixie cut 

Short, bold, and full of personality. Varying lengths create vertical lines that draw attention to the eyes and cheekbones, sharpen the jawline, and visually elongate the face. Best suited for oval or heart-shaped faces looking for a modern, edgy look.

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Layered long bob (Lob) 

This longer bob variation brings softness and movement, especially with face-framing layers. It helps balance strong features and reduces volume in all the right places. Works beautifully on straight or wavy hair and offers a fresh, versatile style.

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Curtain bangs

A soft, universally flattering bang that opens at the center to frame the face. It accentuates the eyes and cheekbones while subtly concealing the forehead. Particularly effective on oval or long faces, as it breaks up vertical lines and adds balance.

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Blunt cut with rounded ends 

This sleek style offers a polished look while softening angles. The rounded ends gently conceal the jawline, creating a delicate, balanced shape, ideal for square or triangular face shapes seeking structure with femininity.

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Midi cut with internal layers 

Falling just below the shoulders, this medium-length cut is both chic and functional. Subtle internal layers add movement without losing volume, perfect for softening angular or elongated face shapes while keeping the style light and wearable.

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Inverted bob 

Shorter in the back and longer in the front, this cut instantly elongates the neck and defines the jawline. The added volume in the back gives a fresh, contemporary feel. Great for balancing pronounced cheekbones or broad foreheads.

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Butterfly cut 

Named for its wing-like layers, this style gives long hair movement, shape, and lightness. It enhances the neckline, slims the face, and softens the jawline, creating an elegant frame. Perfect for those who want volume and flow without losing length.

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Side part 

A timeless move that changes everything. Switching to a side part redistributes volume and softens facial angles. It draws attention to the cheekbones and is especially flattering for asymmetrical features or those seeking a subtle refresh.

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Thick, blunt bangs 

A full fringe can be your best friend when you want to soften the forehead or balance facial proportions. It draws focus to the eyes, gives a youthful glow, and, with the right cut, can even blur fine lines for a smoother appearance.

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Boyfriend cut 

Inspired by classic masculine styles, this cropped haircut features clean lines and a relaxed vibe that exudes effortless cool. It refines soft features and highlights the jawline, eyes, and cheekbones, like contouring without the makeup. Especially flattering on round faces or those with delicate facial structures.

Final Tip: 

Before choosing your next look, make sure you understand your hair type and face shape. A haircut that matches both can be truly transformative.

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