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Long
Soft wavy layers
Curves contrast with angular jaw lines.
Ask your stylist forLong layers with face-framing pieces below the jaw.
Square face shape
Best haircuts for a square face shape
Strong, wide jawline roughly as broad as the forehead and cheekbones. Texture and softness balance the angles.
Quick answerFor a square face, the best haircuts for women are the soft wavy layers, side-swept fringe and textured shag; for men, the buzz cut, crew cut and undercut with slick back. Soften a strong jaw with texture, waves and layers, or embrace it with a clean, sharp cut.
Updated 2026-10-22
Haircuts for women with a square face
Medium
Side-swept fringe
Diagonal lines soften a broad forehead.
Ask your stylist forLong side fringe blending into shoulder-length layers.
Medium
Textured shag
Choppy texture breaks up strong angles.
Ask your stylist forMedium shag with lots of internal layering.
Medium
Long bob with waves
Ends below the jaw so it does not frame its width.
Ask your stylist forLob past the jaw, soft bevelled ends.
Haircuts for men with a square face
Short
Buzz cut
Showcases a strong jaw, a classic match.
Ask your stylist forEven clipper length all over, number 2 to 4.
Short
Crew cut
Clean lines complement angular features.
Ask your stylist forTapered sides, short textured top.
Short
Undercut with slick back
Contrast between top and sides balances the jaw.
Ask your stylist forDisconnected short sides, longer top slicked back.
Short
Messy textured crop
Soft texture eases sharp angles.
Ask your stylist forFrench crop with textured, piecey top.
Styling tips
Best avoided
- Blunt chin-length bobs
- Severe centre parts with flat sides
Beard and facial hair
Rounded beards or stubble soften the jaw. Keep cheek lines natural.
Glasses
Round or oval frames to soften strong lines.
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.
Not sure of your face shape?
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Start my face scanQuestions about square faces
What haircut suits a square face?
For women: soft wavy layers, side-swept fringe, textured shag and long bob with waves. For men: buzz cut, crew cut, undercut with slick back and messy textured crop. Soften a strong jaw with texture, waves and layers, or embrace it with a clean, sharp cut.
Which hairstyles should a square face avoid?
Blunt chin-length bobs. Severe centre parts with flat sides.
What beard suits a square face?
Rounded beards or stubble soften the jaw. Keep cheek lines natural.
What glasses suit a square face?
Round or oval frames to soften strong lines.
How do I know if I have a square 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.