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Square face shape
Square face shape: what suits you
A square face has a strong, angular jawline, with the forehead, cheekbones and jaw all close to the same width and a length similar to the width. Soft waves, layers that fall below the jaw and rounded brows and blush soften the angles, while sleek styles show them off.
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Hairstyles
Best hairstyles for a square face
Soft waves
Curves around the face contrast with a straight jaw.
Layers below the jaw
Length that ends past the jaw corners draws the eye away from the widest angle.
Side-swept or curtain bangs
A diagonal line across the forehead softens a straight hairline.
Side part
An off-center part breaks up the symmetry of a square face.
Go easy on
- Blunt bobs that end exactly at the jaw corners.
- Severe, sleek center parts if you want a softer look.
Makeup
Contour, blush and brows for a square face
- 1Contour the corners of the jaw and the outer forehead, blended in soft curves.
- 2Apply blush in circular motions on the apples of the cheeks.
- 3Highlight the cheekbones to lift attention upward.
- 4Choose softly rounded brows over sharp, angular arches.
- 5Rounded lip shapes balance a strong jaw better than sharp, overlined corners.
How do you know if you have a square face?
The forehead, cheekbones and jawline are about the same width. The jaw is straight and angular, with defined corners. Face length is close to face width. The hairline is often straight across.
What glasses suit a square face?
Round and oval frames soften a square jaw. Thin metal or rimless styles also work; heavy, boxy frames repeat the angles.
Questions
Questions people ask
How do I know if I have a square face?
Look at your jaw. If it is straight with clear corners, and your forehead, cheekbones and jaw are about the same width, your face is square. Beautify identifies this from a selfie.
What hairstyle suits a square face?
Soft waves, layered cuts that fall below the jaw, side-swept or curtain bangs and side parts. They add curves and break up the straight lines of the jaw and hairline.
Is a square face attractive?
A square face is often described as striking because of its defined bone structure. It photographs well and works with both soft and sleek styling, depending on whether you want to soften or show off the angles.
Is your face really square?
Beautify identifies your face shape from a selfie, along with your eye shape, skin type and eight beauty scores.
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