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Trust usthe compliments pour in when you switch it up just a bit.
The truth is, most of us have had our fair share of fails involving this subtle hair move.
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These mishaps usually come down to theshape of your face.
“Parts frame the face and help to offset unwanted angles,” says Dear.
“They are usually determined by hair growth patterns and hairlines.
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Changing your part will help with body and balance.”
Were reaching for our combs as we jot down.
“When our scalp lacks stimulation, the blood circulation slows down which causes slower hair growth and health.
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Overuse of products can often weaken the strand as well.”
Round Faces
Round faces are characterized by soft curves and a rounded chin.
The cheekbones and midface are the most pronounced as they are the widest part of the face.
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You get the best of both worlds if you have a round-shaped face.
The ideal part line is down the middle or a deep side part, Fowler says.
Both of these parts will give the illusion of length and create symmetry around your face.
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Here, Selena Gomez plays up the volume to accentuate her middle part.
Add just enough if you wish to elongate the face.
Chrissy Teigen takes the edge off by creating softer silhouettes that highlight her features.
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Square Faces
Square faces are most recognizable by squareness in the chin and jaw.
To counteract the angularity, eschew blunt haircuts or strong bangs for greater fullness and soft volume.
Theres just something aboutside partingsthat adds instant glamoureven if you havent washed your hair for a while.
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Fowler recommends going for a soft, side-swept part with a fringe that will add softness to square-faced folks.
Nothing is bolder than a blunt cut with a strong part like Olivia Wilde achieves easily here.
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But dont go too far, he says.
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You dont want to make the parttoodeepthis will accentuate the angles of a square face, Fowler notes.
Keira Knightley has never shied from the tousled look.
A curved chin and wider forehead are also hallmarks of an oval face shape.
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When any parting suits you, it would be rude not to switch up your style regularly.
To better enhance curly texture while still banishing the frizz, get this look by reaching for OUAI’sMatte Pomade.
A dime-sized will do when applying in small sections of hair to achieve the look you love.
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We never know how Jennifer Lawrence will have her hair parted.
If you have an oval-shaped face, follow her lead and play around with your part.
Its a great way to get out of a hair rut.
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Don’t forget to tame flyaways and stay on top of frayed edges.
The trick is to highlight this blunt choice like Reese does here while making it all seem effortless.
Use a fine-toothed comb to direct your hair in the new direction as you blow-dry.
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Here, the forehead and chin are similar in width, with the greatest emphasis landing on the cheekbones.
Soft layers and mid-length volume are optimal as they counteract the inherent angularity of the features.
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Don’t be afraid to work your angles.
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A side part complements this shapes strong cheekbones and bone structure, Fowler says.
Don’t forget to smooth down any flyaways to achieve the elegant style Freida Pinto pulls off here.
Apply a lightweight smoothing serum from root to ends to achieve the look you want.
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Halle cuts out the frizz for a sleek finish that’s playful and easy.
We love this pick fromOlaplexto get the job done.
Oblong Faces
Oblong, sometimes also called rectangular, faces are similar to an elongated square shape.
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Theres something so effortless about a middle parting.
If you have an oblong face, Fowler suggests a middle parting to add the illusion of roundness.
Careful here to make the right choice between blunt or fringe.
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Headed to thesalon?
Fowler recommends asking for a haircut with layers to bring out your cheekbones and strong jawline.
Here she creates layers that frame her features with a shortened curly bang.
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