Types of Faces

The diamond face shape is an uncommon one—I would say it's the most unique of all face shapes. The majority of diamonds tend to wear their hair off their faces, and I'm guessing it's because bangs can be très tricky for this type. Hide the face with too much hair, and you totally close it off, making it appear too small and narrow.

All people have one of six face shapes: round, square, long (or "oblong"), heart, diamond or oval. To figure out which one you are, you'll need a ruler or a tape measure. Just be sure to write down the numbers for each step: We'll start with the forehead. Measure across your forehead at the widest point.

Discovering your true face shape can help you pick a flattering hairstyle. Find out the best cuts for round, oval, long, square, or heart-shaped faces.

If you have wavy hair and an oval face, this hairstyle on Brooklyn Decker (a classic oval face) is a perfect option for you. It's not too long (super long hair is not always a great choice for oval faces, which can make the face appear longer), but it's the perfect mix of wavy and long.

No one owns the pear face shape better than lil Miss Kelly Osbourne. A pear-shaped face means that the widest points of your jaw are slightly wider than the widest points of your hairline. Although it’s a beautiful shape, the pear-shaped face can be a difficult one if you don’t know which styles are most flattering.

Every person has one of six face shapes: round, square, long (or oblong), heart, diamond, or oval. Knowing which shape your face is can help you choose a haircut and style that is the most flattering on you.

Women with square faces also age very well and take the best photographs. With this slideshow, discover the best and worst haircuts for square faces, including this gorgeous cut on Megan Fox. Unlike women with long faces who can't get away with long hair, women with square faces look gorgeous with this length hair.