Face framing layers are an effective way to add movement to any haircut while slimming the face. They can be added to all hair lengths, but medium-length styles are particularly flattering.
Flattering on All Face Shapes
Face framing layers can add definition and movement to all hair textures, incredibly thick strands that become dense with age. They also work well on round faces by widening cheekbones and enhancing facial structure.
Different Styles for Desired Looks
For a retro 70s rebel look, opt for shoulder-length layers with choppy ends. To add texture to your style, go for shaggy layers. Both options require minimal maintenance and can be maintained with OWAY Smoothing Fluid and a quick rough blow dry.
Flattering on All Face Shapes, especially Round Faces
Face framing layers soften rounded sides and help balance a broad forehead with a narrow chin and cheekbones. Long side-swept bangs or textured shags can add height and visually lengthen the face. Diamond-shaped faces can soften their dramatic angles with soft layers and a deep side part and add dimension with balayage highlighting.
Medium Length Hair for a Flattering Look
Medium-length hair offers the perfect balance between short and long hair. It can be styled into sleek center-parted lobs, cute wavy bobs, or soft face-framing layers for added softening effects. Layers help reduce density in thick strands and add movement while balancing facial symmetry.
Enhance Medium Length Hair with Highlights
Adding highlights to medium-length hair adds brightness. A honey-blonde hue works beautifully on most skin tones and complements face-framing layers perfectly.
Flattering on Round Faces
Choosing a flattering hairstyle for a round face shape can create the illusion of lengthening and narrowing. Avoid straight or blunt cuts and opt for face-framing layers grazing the cheekbones or framing the forehead. Bobs with longer face-framing layers tend to look elegant. Protect your locks from frequent styling by using heat protectants regularly or giving your locks a break every other week.
Layers for Wavy Hair
Layers can look amazing with wavy hair if you choose the appropriate style. Mila Kunis’ layered bob with a deep side part is a great example, adding movement and definition. Ensure the layers are cut professionally to suit your hair type and face shape.
Flattering on Thick Hair
Shoulder-length face-framing layers can add soft movement and slim down the face while highlighting cheekbones and creating a feminine silhouette. Adding side-swept bangs can enhance this look.
Face-Framing Layers for Thick Coils
For thick coils, requesting face-framing layers will give your locks more structure while maintaining volume in their natural waves. This is perfect for shopping or nighttime adventures. Halle Bailey of Chloe x Halle shows how textured locks with face-framing layers can create an eye-catching look, balancing out weighty waves and drawing attention to the eyes.
