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Medium
Blunt fringe with layers
A fringe shortens the visible face length.
Ask your stylist forEyebrow-length fringe with shoulder-length layers.
Oblong face shape
Best haircuts for an oblong face shape
Noticeably longer than wide with fairly even widths. Styles that add width at the sides keep things balanced.
Quick answerFor an oblong face, the best haircuts for women are the blunt fringe with layers, chin-length bob and voluminous waves; for men, the side-parted medium cut, fringe crop and buzz cut with low fade. Add width at the sides and avoid extra height so the face looks less long.
Updated 2026-10-22
Haircuts for women with an oblong face
Short
Chin-length bob
Width at the jaw balances length.
Ask your stylist forBob at the chin with volume at the sides.
Medium
Voluminous waves
Side volume visually widens the face.
Ask your stylist forShoulder length with layers for bounce at the sides.
Long
Curtain bangs
Breaks up the vertical line of long hair.
Ask your stylist forCurtain fringe with long layers.
Haircuts for men with an oblong face
Short
Side-parted medium cut
Keeps fullness at the sides, not the top.
Ask your stylist forScissor cut sides, medium top combed to the side.
Short
Fringe crop
A forward fringe shortens the forehead.
Ask your stylist forTextured crop with fringe brought forward.
Short
Buzz cut with low fade
Avoids added height.
Ask your stylist forEven buzz, low fade only.
Medium
Medium textured layers
Width around the ears balances length.
Ask your stylist forEar-covering length with layered sides.
Styling tips
Best avoided
- Tall pompadours and high quiffs
- Very long straight hair with no layers
- High fades
Beard and facial hair
A fuller beard on the cheeks with a short chin adds width.
Glasses
Deep frames with decorative temples to add width.
Tips by hair texture
straight hair
Straight hair shows cut lines clearly, so blunt shapes and precise layers work well. Use a light volumising spray at the roots for lift.
wavy hair
Wavy hair suits layered cuts that let the waves form. Ask for dry cutting or point cutting and use a light cream or mousse.
curly hair
Curly hair shrinks when dry, so cut it dry and curl by curl. Layering prevents a triangle shape. Use leave-in conditioner and avoid brushing dry.
coily hair
Coily hair thrives with shape-focused cuts such as tapers and tapered afros. Moisture is key: use leave-ins, oils and protective styles.
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Start my face scanQuestions about oblong faces
What haircut suits an oblong face?
For women: blunt fringe with layers, chin-length bob, voluminous waves and curtain bangs. For men: side-parted medium cut, fringe crop, buzz cut with low fade and medium textured layers. Add width at the sides and avoid extra height so the face looks less long.
Which hairstyles should an oblong face avoid?
Tall pompadours and high quiffs. Very long straight hair with no layers. High fades.
What beard suits an oblong face?
A fuller beard on the cheeks with a short chin adds width.
What glasses suit an oblong face?
Deep frames with decorative temples to add width.
How do I know if I have an oblong face?
Take a selfie with B4GLOW at https://b4glow.artzee.in. It maps 478 face points, measures face length, forehead, cheekbone and jaw width, and tells you your face shape in seconds, on your own device.