Square shape attributes: Proportional width and length, broad jaw line and forehead
Hairstyles that work: Long layers and wispy bangs will soften your facial angles as will an off-center part like Sandra Bullock's.
Hairstyles to avoid: Steer well clear of heavy, straight bangs and anything that has a lot of height at the crown, which will only emphasize the square angles of your face.
Next: Makeup tips for square faces.
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Face Shapes: Makeup for Square Faces
Makeup mission: To downplay your harsh angles.
Makeup do: To help soften strong, angular features, celebrity makeup artist Nick Barose recommends going for a "soft, feminine" makeup look like Amy Poehler's and recommends using rosy toned blushes and lip colors.
Makeup don't: For square faces, Barose cautions against "anything harsh or severe" like bold lip colors or strong eyeshadow shades.
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Raise your hand if you know your face shape (and, subsequently, what kind of haircut or makeup you should wear). If your hand remains firmly planted by your side, you're not alone. Many beauty articles promise the "best haircut for your face shape," which all sounds really encouraging — until you realize that you haven't the foggiest idea of whether your face is a heart or a square or even a hexagon for that matter.
Let's say that we solve that little dilemma right now, shall we? Figuring out your face shape (and, best haircut) is really not that complicated (or scary) -- all you need is a mirror, a steady hand, a critical eye and your basic kindergarten knowledge of fundamental shapes. So, what do you say? Are you ready to unlock the mystery of your face shape once and for all and begin to reap the haircut and makeup benefits that finally knowing it will surely bring? Find out which of the face shapes you have here.
