Types of Hair Parts

While side parts have experienced a recent resurgence due to TikTok and Gen Z influencers, middle details remain timeless. A central part can help create plenty of volume while emphasizing strong cheekbones for men with flat hair. Middle parts can help hide hair concerns such as thinning or receding hairlines.

A classic look for most face shapes, the side part creates balance on both sides of your head while drawing attention to your cheekbones. A side part is ideal for long, oval face shapes and pairs beautifully with bangs. This style is an easy way to add texture and will stay put with some assistance from hairspray.

Middle parts remain iconic among Gen Zers, creating a sleek effect and looking polished and put-together – especially beneficial on oval and oblong faces. A central part can add volume and balance to a longer hairstyle and help soften jawlines and cheekbones on square and diamond face shapes. An additional advantage of a middle position is its ability to conceal hair concerns like thinning or bald spots by covering more scalp.

Deep side parts have made a strong comeback over the last several years, once associated with emo haircuts but now preferred among mainstream styles. Their off-center positioning can help balance facial asymmetry while adding volume. This type of hair part works exceptionally well on inverted triangle faces as it helps shorten both forehead and chin features, soften angular cheekbones, or soften along the jawline.

Your hair part sends a subtle message about how others perceive you; therefore, trying different looks now and again to reveal new facial features and eyes is essential.