High Cheekbones Hairstyle
Q: Any hairstyle suggestions for a woman with high cheekbones?
A: It's difficult to make blanket hairstyle recommendations without knowing more about a woman's face shape and the balance of her other facial features. High cheekbones are only one part of the picture. The forehead, jawline, chin, neck, and hair texture all play a role in determining which hairstyle will be most flattering.
Short Hair
One of the most striking options is a short, gamine hairstyle. Close-cropped cuts have a way of drawing attention upward, placing the focus on the eyes and cheekbones. Rather than hiding strong facial features, these styles emphasize them. Women with high cheekbones often wear short hair exceptionally well because the clean silhouette allows the bone structure to become the star of the look.Pixie cuts, super short cuts with layers, and other gamine-inspired hairstyles can look very beautiful when paired with feathered, forward-swept sides and short, softly textured bangs. These details frame the face without overwhelming it, while emphasizing the contours of the cheeks. A little texture at the crown can add softness.
Another advantage of very short hairstyles is that they create a fresh and youthful appearance. They project personality and style. If you have high cheekbones, you already have one of the qualities that makes very short hair look super elegant.
Medium-Length Hair
As hairstyles become longer, feathered, face-framing layers continue to be flattering because they guide the eye toward the cheekbones. Medium-length styles with soft movement around the face can create a balanced look that highlights the cheeks without appearing too severe.If the face is angular, softer lines and gentle layering help balance the features and create harmony. Women with softer facial features often benefit from cleaner lines and more defined shapes in the haircut, allowing the cheekbones to provide structure and contrast.
Long Hair
For women with long hair, the key is layers. Layers draw the eye to different points along the face, including the cheekbones, while preventing long hair from looking heavy. Depending on how they're styled, layers can either soften the overall appearance or enhance the cheekbones.High cheekbones have long been considered one of the classic ideals of beauty. The right hairstyle doesn't need to disguise them. It should showcase them.
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See also:
What trained hairstylists look at
How to pick the right short hair for your face shape
Dealing with specific facial features