Finding a great haircut can be both a fun and frustrating experience. It can especially difficult for women over 50 who want to try a new style and highlight different features. If you are looking to take some years off your age and also find a hairstyle that will suit your face shape then you have come to the right place. This post will focus on the best hairstyles for women over 50 with round faces. You will be presented with a variety of hairstyles that will help highlight your features and give you a confident boost. Styles include pixie cuts, layered bob haircuts, soft, medium and even refreshing length cuts.
Many articles will discuss round faces and assume that you are trying to cover something up. Years ago, I had a client in her fifties who had gorgeous, full cheeks. She came in with a magazine picture of an extremely angular model and an even more extreme cut. She wanted to ‘fix’ her face shape. I told her to stop trying to fix things and start emphasizing. This method of thinking changes everything. A round face has soft, lovely, cheekbones and jawline and can pull off many haircuts that other face shapes cannot. The aim is to create a haircut where your jawline and cheekbones feel like the most alive and prominent features on your face.
Part of my job that I find the most rewarding is finding new things. This also includes the more understated looks that people expect to be “understated”, if that makes sense. One of my favorite looks is actually chin length bobs, and I know that this is almost universally a “no” look. However, chin length bobs can look phenomenal with the right amount of internal weight. I also love seeing clients defy the stigma that bangs have. Many people tend to stay away from bangs, and in this case a blunt fringe, because they have thick hair. However, in this case, it works. There is no guide for what will look good or bad. It’s totally individual. What I’ve put together is a routine style guide to give you a starting point. From my knowledge, I’m trying to give you the haircuts and the styling techniques for your round face that will require the least amount of effort in the morning.
#1: Classic Chestnut Bob with Soft Wave Movement
This bob is cut at the jawline. With bobs, this is the target area for round faces as it provides some narrowing. The look balances the round face and soft waves make it less structured. The best part about this cut is that almost any style works with it. You can style it or leave it to air dry with a bit of wave cream, and the shape does the majority of the work. If you have some natural greys starting to come through, a chestnut base like this will blend without a harsh gradient. The only thing to know going in is that those waves will need some morning scrunching, but you will get your money’s worth from this bob.
#2 Short Feathered Pixie with Tapered Temples and Lifted Crown
This is soft at the back with a length of around 1 to 2 inch Crown and tapered nape with the tiniest curtain micro fringe. The height at the crown is what makes it work on a round face. It gives the illusion of vertical movement and that makes the face look longer so the widest part of the face are not the cheeks. If you notice there is a diagonal face framing layer on the left that elongates the face and that detail separates an above average pixie to a great one. This is a cut that requires some product commitment, a small amount of texture paste or some root lift foam at the crown if that cow lick is present, but for straight to slightly wavy, and medium to thick hair, it is one of the best shorter styles I’ve come across.
#3 Copper Chin-Length Wave Bob with Face-Framing Layers
This is one of the cuts that I could do all day! It really sculpts the jawline, and the face-framing layers do their thing. The natural wave in her hair is movement you can’t fake. The copper tone really lifts her complexion, warm everything up, and makes the skin look lit from within, which is especially nice when you start hitting your fifties and your skin tone begins to shift. Technically, it’s an interior graduation with point cut ends, and a copper single process with lowlights and a gloss layered over it. There’s a little cowlick on the left side that is actually giving her root lift for free, which is lucky. The only thing I’d flag is color upkeep. Copper is not a set it and forget it shade, and if your hair runs very fine, the texture could frizz up on humid days.
#4 Side-Swept Stacked Pixie with Graduated Nape
This is a great option if you want a pixie hairstyle but do not want to lose all your length. The back is a graduated nape so it takes off the most weight, and that longer diagonal fringe across the forehead gives you something to play with. It modern but not too much. I put in some short graduated layers at the crown for some lift, and left the face frame fringe about 3 to 4 inches with some subtle low lights and a root shadow to blend the grey rather than fight it. The good thing about this is that it is lightweight and elongates the face. The bad thing is that you do have to style that side part into place every day, and if you have very tight curls, this will not work.
#5 Rounded Layered Chin-Length Bob with Face-Framing Highlights
I appreciate the slight polish it has. It is a chin-grazing bob with nape graduated stacking and some h interior layers that create crown volume without a puffed look. The salt and pepper strands framing the face are also functioning as natural highlights, which is honestly one of my favourite things to work with because it means less colour work and more of an organic result. You do need a round brush blowout or root lift to keep it from going flat, and I would texurise the ends every few months to keep it from boxing. But the structure of this cut is good and it is forgiving, which is that it still looks good on second day hair.
#6 Feathered Jaw-Length Bob with Center Curtain Fringe
My favorite part about this style has to be the center curtain fringe. It parts at the hairline and goes all the way down to the cheekbones for a nice framing, which side parting won’t give you. The rest of this look is a jaw-length bob with about one to two inches of graduated layering at the top, plus some razor texturizing at the ends to encourage that feathered look. The blowout should look great and the root shadow is nice and soft as it grows out for a natural look. The fringe is the only downside as it needs trimming every four to six weeks, and a styling cream to keep it in place. I also saw one silver hair at the part and a little crown cowlick, which both will need tailored blending, but that’s more of detail, and certainly not something you’ll be bothered with regularly.
#7 Long Layered Mahogany Waves with Curtain Fringe
One of the better styles for a round face is this one, especially if you are in your fifties and want to keep your length. It has the hair falling past the shoulders with internal long layers and point-cut ends which give an airy, light feel, not pulling the face down. Curtain fringe covers, and the face framing finishes with a rich, photo-friendly, color capturing beauty in the darkness, mahogany. Thing is, you’re gonna have to heat style to keep those waves along with some gloss to keep the mahogany from getting muddy. I wouldn’t say it’s high maintenance but definitely more than a bob. If you put in the work, you will get the reward.
#8 Dark Layered Shoulder-Length Cut with Sheer Point-Cut Fringe
This is a smart chin-level face framing smart cut with a point cut micro gapped fringe that’s airy enough to not overwhelm the forehead. The layers add lift and movement at the crown, and the way they fall helps to help keep the cheeks narrower without it appearing that this is what the cut was intended to do. There is a subtle root separation that gives lift which is one of those great things that can’t always be planned. The fringe will require regular maintenance. If you do a dark single-process color, you’re going to have regrowth show, and that’s just the nature of things. The lengths create an airy feeling, and the vertical point cutting on the fringe will do the same.
#9 Rounded Shoulder-Length Layers with Sheer Micro-Bangs
The inward curves at the ends give it an intentional and polished rounded shape without it being stiff and the face-framing layers that start at the chin have point-cut texture. The light slice texture at the ends keeps it from reading heavy and the sheer micro bangs are broken enough to show the forehead which stretches a round face more than a full fringe would. If you’ve got natural waves, they’ll work in your favor with this cut. The rich chestnut with subtle lowlights adds depth and nicely hides root contrast. You might want an anti-frizz cream or a diffuser to keep things smooth.
#10 Shoulder-Length Layered Waves with Wispy Micro-Bangs
The starting point is near the cheekbone, and the bangs are softer and more wispy. Higher layering points create more movement, mid-lengths more relaxed. For naturally wavy hair of medium density, this cut almost styles itself! You just need a diffuser and some light mousse and you’re done. If your hair is very fine, you may need extra texturizing at the ends so that it doesn’t go limp by the afternoon. The root shadow lowlight adds lift and depth, but isn’t high maintenance.
#11 Plum-Red Stacked Chin-Length Bob with Side-Swept Fringe
I will admit that I like the color. The cool plum balayage and root smudge bring dimension to polished bob styles and brighten up the whole look in a way that warm red tones can make some skin tones look washed out. The bottom layers of the bob give extra volume at the crown, and the side-swept bangs help to break up the look. The point cutting also contributes to the softness so nothing looks super blunt. In my opinion, the red pigment will fade faster than other colors (and is one of the most high maintenance shades) so be prepared for a lot of glossing touch up appointments. This style is meant to have a very round and tall blow dry, and coarser or curlier hair will fight you so I recommend trying another style if you have that hair type.
#12 Chocolate Micro-Wave Pixie with Face-Framing Flicks
The cut is longer than a typical pixie cut, but shorter than a bob cut. It has a cut that has a face-framing flick that curves to the cheekbone. The crown layers that are stacked create added height, while the point-cut ends soften the edges. It looks fantastic on soft and wavy hair of medium density. The warm lowlights along with a root shadow provide depth without significant color commitment. The thing I would point out is that the fringe along with the face-framing pieces need to be shaped with a flat iron or brush to maintain the curve. Heavy product will kill the texture. So, keep it light.
#13 Short Textured Forward-Weighted Pixie with Feathered Micro-Fringe
No-nonsense pixie styles feature a tapered nape with crowns at one or two inches, and micro fringes sitting above the brows. This style works best on fine to medium straight hair. It provides lift and softens a round face. For warm chestnut single-process hair with subtle low lights, this color will be the most forgiving as it grows out. In this case, the crown cowlick is shaped and works in the cut’s favor for volume. This style will expose your ears and neck as a trade-off and isn’t for everyone, and that cowlick will demand a lot of careful point cutting to keep it looking controlled and not chaotic.
#14 Glossy Rounded Chin-Length Bob with Interior Graduation
This style is truly a classic! It features a neat chin-length perimeter that frames the face and uses internal elevation to create a lift at the crown that a one-length bob can’t achieve. It looks effortlessly polished on straight, fine to medium density hair. I will say, though, that it definitely requires a blow dry to hold the shape. If you air dry, the outcome will be flatter and less shaped. Should you choose a darker color, keep in mind that root regrowth will show quickly, so a demi gloss to blend would be a good idea.
#15 Warm Copper Rounded Chin-Length Bob with Interior Graduation
Like the previous one, but the warm copper hue changes everything. The tone blends beautifully with greys, and adds warmth that a cooler shade wouldn’t, which I find myself reaching for more with clients in their fifties because it really brightens the skin tone. The jaw length and soft side part narrow the cheeks, and the interior graduation provides crown volume without any visible layering making it really suited for straight to softly wavy hair of medium to thick. The rounded shape will require a round-brush blowout or some light heat to stay tucked under and the copper will also require regular maintenance but at least with this style the reward is worth the effort.
#16 Chestnut Shoulder-Length Layered Lob with Draped Side Part
The draped off-centre part adds subtle asymmetry to your face, balancing out its roundness. These long layered face frames, soft root shadow, and warm lowlights create a multi-dimensional look. The soft inner gradation creates a nice flick at the ends. For medium density hair, slight wave and natural curls, it is an easy blow dry style. Round brushing is the best way to achieve this look, and it’ll need a warm gloss to maintain the look. Very tight curls won’t suit this style, but most hair textures will find this shape flattering and reliable.
#17 Rosewood Root-Shadow Rounded Chin-Length Bob with Face-Framing Layers
The over direction of this style will guide weight to the chin and promote vertical movement from the crown and down which a round face shape will benefit from. The rosewood root shadow is one of those shades that look like they cost more than they do because the depth between the root and the mid-lengths looks very natural. For wavy medium to thick hair the interior stacking and point cut ends will lose weight and keep body. The rosewood hue brightens the complexion like no other, I’ve experienced this dozens of times on clients with similar coloring. Just keep in mind this bright color will require regular touch ups and the style will need a blow dry to achieve and shape it.
#18 Chestnut Rounded Chin-Length Bob with Face-Framing Layers
This haircut is very nice. The soft, graduated layers, along with the heavier side line, create a natural and effortless crown lift. Also, the face-framing layers soften the cheeks in a very natural way. This style will look best on medium straight to slightly wavy hair. The hairspray will slide the ends of the hair cut under and will also hold the shape of the haircut really well. Your visible grey at the temple is beautiful, and instead of coloring it, I would recommend glossing it because it looks more beautiful when it is blended and not covered. It is true that to get volume in the crown you will need a round brush, or some root lifting product, but that is the case for most bobs at this length.
#19 Chin-Grazing Bob with Forward Weight and Root Shadow
The slight forward weight on this bob is important. The pieces at the front are slightly longer than in the back, which gives an elongated effect vertically from the jaw to the chin and helps balance out a round face. It looks very polished on straight, medium density hair. The fine face-framing babylight with a root shadow adds depth without lots of processing, and you’ll have to smooth it every day to maintain that tucked-under curve. It’s not the cut for very coarse or tightly curled hair because it just won’t behave the same way. But for hair of the right type, this is the sort of cut that looks expensive and barely needs any explanation.
#20 Short Textured Razor Pixie with Lifted Crown
The first thing I notice is that the natural cowlick at the crown works WITH the cut, giving you built-in lift without the need for product. The razor texturing gives a feathered look, which is great for fine to medium straight hair. It adds fullness without weight, which is what a lot of short haircuts struggle to achieve. The short fringe and ear-grazing sides help to open the face, while the subtle root shadow means that the blonde tones will grow out nicely. You’ve got some daily texture product and maybe some root touch-ups to keep the light ends consistent, but for short hair this cut is super low maintenance for what you get from it!
#21 Raspberry Textured Pixie with Asymmetrical Side-Swept Fringe
Let’s say the raspberry glaze with rosy micro-highlights is gorgeous. The cut with the asymmetrical fringe and clipper taper sides will give some lift and visual narrowing to round faces. The finest to medium straight hair will be good with the razor-point layers and piecey ends. Keep in mind red is the color that fades quickest so more salon appointments will be needed. The asymmetrical fringe will need reshaping daily to keep the edge. If you wash and go this style will annoy you. If you like the idea of styling for 5 minutes with a mini flat iron and enjoy color maintenance, the shape is fantastic.
#22 Short Wavy Layered Pixie with Side-Swept Curtain
Softness compared to other pixies is attributed to the waves and the face-framing layers that are not too heavy. On the left, a crowned cowlick is giving lift, and this is one of those situations where the hair’s natural stubbornness is a benefit. The warm strawberry-blonde with subtle lowlights covering grey beautifully. I would pump the brakes a little here when it comes to hair that is very fine and very low in density. The heavy layers that make this work would likely leave you looking sparse. You need enough hair to support the texture. If you’ve got it, a quick blow-dry with a root-lifting spray and you’re out the door.
#23 Auburn Stacked Chin-Length Bob with Wispy Fringe
Tapered stacking at the nape creates shape and builds a rounded silhouette with crown lift that the front view also shows. The wispy textured razor fringe draws attention away from the forehead, especially important for round faces. I opted for a demi-permanent chestnut-auburn glaze for a warm shine and subtle lowlight depth. That’s what I prefer when someone wants warmth with a softer commitment. The internal graduation and micro-slicing of the perimeter add movement to fine to medium hair. Be prepared to do some root-feathering blow-dry and a little light styling product each day, and if you have really tight curls, this silhouette won’t look as good.
#24 Ash-Bronde Layered Chin-Length Bob with Wispy Curtain Bangs
It’s amazing how the ash-blonde babylights blend greys so well that you cannot see where the natural silver begins and the color ends, and that is the entire point! The chin-length bob with curtain bangs is super flattering because it lifts the crown and softens the jawline all at once! She creates natural movement, which is what we want! To achieve this length and density of waves with nice fine movement, you will need a round brush, a diffuser, and some daily styling prep. The forehead bangs are going to need some trims so they don’t get in your eyes. I really like this haircut! For a round face, it is very balanced and doesn’t lean in any one direction too much!
#25 Warm Textured Chin-Length Wave Bob with Deep Side Part
The deep side part definitely highlights this style. It shifts the weight to one side, and visually elongates a round face by creating a diagonal line from the crown to the chin. The rest of the hair is chin length, features a wavy, textured bob with soft, graduated layers. The ends are micro-razored to avoid a blunt look on the perimeter. Hair that is mid to fine and of medium density shows a beautiful lived-in quality. To maintain the style, a diffuser will be necessary, along with a one-inch curling iron, and this style will be at battle with humidity. The shape is forgiving, but the movement is flattering.
#26 Choppy Micro-Bang Pixie with Textured Crown and Temple Taper
This pixie cut has a pointed micro fringe and a crown with some lift. The gentle soft taper at the temples helps elongate the face. The lowlight and root taper shadow adds depth without the maintenance. This cut is also easy to style with a paste, which is one of the main selling features to a cut this length. The fringe will take more work to maintain so hopefully your stylist is good with razors and plan to come in for trims. This type of cut won’t age well. It either looks fresh or it doesn’t.
#27 Short Side-Swept Textured Pixie with Temple Taper
This hairstyle is an ear-level cropped cut. It has longer feathered layers, a softer taper at the nape and temples, and a side-swept asymmetrical taper that adds balance to round face shapes. The cut is quick and easy to style, which I value since shorter styles can take time to style. This cut will be good for anyone with fine to medium hair and a relaxed density because of the point cutting and crown stacking, as it will help with volume. However, this style relies heavily on texture pastes to help with separation and some layering will be important to avoid a more exposed look at the temples when the hair is on the thinner side.
#28 Layered Chin-Length Bob with Feathered Curtain Bangs
The curtain bangs are the focal point of the hairstyle. They part in the front and feather to the sides which helps lift and soften the face. The bob is chin length with point cut ends, root shadowing, and subtle lowlights to create dimension. Also, the layers around the crown and especially the small crown cowlick add volume, one of those happy accidents I love to find in my clients’ hair. With fine to medium waviness of hair in medium density, it just has that built-in bounce that I love. While the bangs will require daily shaping, you may need to do some glossing to keep the brass under control. The overall structure is solid and forgiving.
#29 Textured Pixie with Diagonal Micro-Bangs
The micro bangs on this pixie cut provide a sense of direction that a straight-across fringe simply wouldn’t be able to accomplish; also, the angled bangs elongate the face. A mixture of short and long layers creates a lifting effect in the crown area, while a demi-permanent gloss and straight to wavy hair of medium to medium-thick texture prevents the hair from getting brassy. This is a fantastic cut for anyone wanting a short style that isn’t too extreme. Bangs are going to require regular upkeep, and while the hold of this style may be different among very curly or fine hair, this is a nice option for someone who’s in the middle of the density and texture spectrum.
#30 Auburn Rounded Chin-Length Bob with Blunt Micro-Fringe
I like how the rounded softness of the bob contrasts with the blunt nature of the micro-fringe. The slight internal graduation forms a stacked back that emphasizes the jawline, while the end beveling softens the outline and gives a tucked under look. In clean and deliberate designs, the use of straight, fine to medium density monochromatic copper + shadow root is quite good. A micro-fringe, though, is a big commitment. The cut will need to be done to keep the look, and you can’t really grow it out if you want to change your style. And the copper will need upkeep too. If you’re in, it’s a beautifully sharp cut.
#31 Feathered Short Pixie with Lifted Textured Crown
The crown ranges from 1 to 2 inches and with the sides being cropped, the point cut, feathered layers create height and diagonal movement that visually slims the cheeks on round faces. This fresh silhouette with fine to medium and medium density hair looks clean without being austere. The trade off however is quite simple. Daily styling paste is required along with a precise razor or point cut to keep the cut airy and maintain the texture, and if one of those things are neglected, the haircut will lose its shape quickly. To keep this cut looking its best, come in for trims regularly.
#32 Short Textured Pixie with Feathered Micro-Fringe
This style has a tapered nape, feathered micro-fringe, stacked crown layers, and temple silver accents that highlight her hair more naturally than what I could ever paint! The lift is immediate on fine to medium, medium-density hair, and the fringe beautifully opens the eye area. To keep the shape, a daily texturizing paste is needed and a light blow dry is required to maintain the style. This cut is not recommended for very coarse hair, nor is it ideal for anyone who wants lots of coverage around the ears and neckline. For the right person, it is one of those styles that just makes you look like yourself, only more polished.
#33 Glossy Stacked Chin-Length Bob with Full Blunt Fringe
I really like the courage.
There are multiple types of bob haircuts. You can get a small point cut stacked chin length bob, a chin length blunt bob, a chin length internal graduation bob, and so on. Most chin length bob haircuts need a very specific kind of hair texture in order to be versatile. For this, you will need high density and straight hair. If your hair is like this, the clean cut line at your jaw will be very bold.
However, the zero degree blunt bangs on the bob will require a lot of upkeep (especially on someone with dark hair, as they will have more noticeable roots), and I wouldn’t suggest this haircut at all for people who have fine or curly hair. The structure depends on the weight and density that those other textures just don’t have.
#34 Cropped Pixie with Side-Swept Fringe and Tapered Nape
The easy-going and dependable pixie features an effortless graduated nape and feathered perimeter. The top has a scissor-over-comb finish and stands 1 to 2 inches. A subtle root shadow paired with the crown layering adds height to the overall look. The round face effect will undoubtedly be softened, and the cheeks will appear less bulky. For fine to medium straight hair of medium density, this is great to cover the sparse area of the temples which tends to be a concern as we enter our 50s. There needs to be a styling product for root lift, and some shaping should be done to keep the taper from looking fuzzy, but there is minimal effort required to maintain this style.
#35 Textured Short Pixie with Lifted Crown and Baby Lights
With her new pixie cut, the baby lights with a soft root shadow create added dimension that a block color wouldn’t provide. The wispy micro-bangs soften her forehead and allow her face to open up. The back will be tapered to about 1-3 inches with some lifted crown layers, point cutting and razor texturizing. Depending on the density of your hair (fine to medium), this will reduce bulk, create some lift, and brighten her face. Daily maintenance with a texture product will be required, along with color maintenance. I also wouldn’t recommend this on very coarse, tight curls – the texture will not cooperate with the intention of the cut.
#36 Feathered Copper Shoulder-Length Bob with Curtain Bangs
I love the copper tone, and the feathered ends add a look of movement that heavier bob cuts miss out on. This works with soft curtain bangs, medium density hair that is slightly wavy, and provides a good amount of crown lift and horizontal balance, which works well for round face shapes. This is achieved with face framing layers, sheered ends, and some subtle rooting. The bangs will add some frame to the style without being too dominant. To keep the color looking fresh, glossing will be necessary to keep the copper from washing out. The ends will also need some round-brush blowout work to keep the feathered look, so don’t expect this to be a wash and go style. The end result will definitely be worth the extra maintenance!
#37 Bronze Curly Bob with Glasses
I wanted to make a note about this, as I remember being asked about curly cuts and round faces, and I remember most examples not being on round faces. This mid-length curly bob is lovely in this soft bronze shade, because the width of the curls is at the jaw, helping to balance the entire face, and the density of the style gives it a lot of body without looking wild. If you have naturally curly hair, and have been flat ironing it for years, it is time to stop. A cut like this, that works with your curl pattern will save you time and help you avoid damaging your hair even more. The warm bronze shade is really flattering to your skin tone. You will have to do some maintenance, like keep your curls looking good with curl-defining cream and regular trims to maintain the shape, but the reality is, the effort is less than what most curly-haired women are used to.
#38 Warm Caramel Waves with Wispy Bangs
The visual flow from the roots to the ends makes the face appear more slim. The silky bangs leave the forehead unshrunken, unlike most round face fringe cuts; a common drawback. The added height and volume of the waves directs the eyes upward rather than allowing them to settle on the widest part of your face. This looks best on hair of thin to medium density. Waves and color will need regular maintenance to keep their shape and contrast. This style exemplifies the use of warm tones and textural alterations to change the shape of the face.
#39 Burgundy Layered Bob with Soft Waves
Burgundy is the good middle ground choice for someone who enjoys rich tones but wants to avoid anything too dark. Texture is added with the layers of the bob while the soft waves create a border around the face. The length is adjustable for multiple styling choices, like being pulled back, tucked behind the ear, or free. It’s a good all purpose style. The color may require frequent touch ups to prevent a muddy color- this is the nature of burgundy. However, the cut is relatively low maintenance once the shape is set.
#40 Shadow-Rooted Wavy Lob for Depth and Texture
Shadow roots are one of my favorite coloring methods because they offer a high level of custom dimension potential without the client having to come back into the salon every six weeks for a touch up. The lightened ends combined with the darker roots add depth to the hair and even creates the illusion of increased density which is beneficial to those with fine to medium hair. If you have a rounder face, the waves soften and contour nicely. This length is medium and is easy to manage, but it is sophisticated enough so you don’t feel stuck in any hair ruts. The layers do require some styling to keep the waves looking nice, but don’t worry on the coloring side. Maintenance with this look is a lot more manageable than that of a full highlight. This is one of the few cuts that gets better as it grows out rather than worse.
#41 Chestnut Tousled Curls for Round Faces
This hairstyle is confidence-inspiring. The face framing light brown tones reflect light and add glow to the hair. The curls midlengths are cut into layers so they have enough room to bounce instead of stacking on top of each other which is too common with curly hair cuts. A thoughtful layered cut in thin to medium hair gives the illusion of more hair – a useful trick for styling confidence. The use of a curl mousse and diffuser do require some confidence, but the end result is definitely worth it.
#42 Rich Chestnut Textured Bob for Round Faces
This hairstyle shows us that some hairstyles are timeless and deserve more credit. The chestnut brown shade adds depth, and the soft layers create that volumized, fluid feeling, as well as being sculpted. The best thing about this cut is that all of this can be done with little product which is amazing for people with medium or fine hair. Though a textured finish looks great, there is a bit of upkeep that comes with it. Here, you’ll probably find yourself reaching for styling sprays and mousses to maintain that thing ends texture and keep this style from dropping and looking flat. If you want a fresh looking, textured bob, it’s important that you stylist guides you through the cutting method. You’ll really notice a difference from just having the right instructions.
#43 Chestnut Waves with Face-Framing Layers
A good haircut doesn’t always have to be obvious or stand out. The silky soft waves with layers help create an alluring style that gives off a casual chic vibe. The look really captures effortlessness while still achieving a styled finish. The layered framing-of-the-face technique can also elongate rounder faces without looking too strict or obvious. Chestnut is also a great hue to incorporate into the mix as it really helps achieve that warm depth. Added movement with the mid-lengths also helps the color stay multidimensional instead of looking a bit two-dimensional. Overall, the hairstyle works best with medium to thick hair. However, just a few spritzes of a volume boosting hairspray should do the trick for anyone with fine or thinner hair. The haircut is really low-maintenance, but very flattering.
#44 Copper-Toned Layered Waves with Face-Framing Bangs
Copper is a warm tone that adds radiance to the skin. That is why I tend to use copper on my clients in their fifties. The face framing bangs help soften a round face and draw attention to the eyes. If the hair is thick, the layered waves create a nice hold and body that lasts until the next wash. This is a low maintenance style that won’t require a ton of daily styling and hot tools. However, you will need to do some color depositing gloss every so often to keep the copper from looking dull. The medium length helps to provide versatility while avoiding the bulk that comes with longer hair.
#45 Golden-Caramel S-Wave Layers for Round Faces
The S-wave layers add volume to the crown and give a more elongating and organically engineered look to rounder faces. This haircut works especially well on thicker hair type because the natural density helps to fill the layers and sustains the wave pattern without requiring any product. If the hair tends to go flat or is too straight, you will definitely have to put in some work with a curling iron, hot rollers, or some other tool to create the S-waves. The combination of the medium length and the layers makes it low maintenance enough to fit a busy lifestyle and the warm golden caramel highlights add brightness to the varying skin tones without being too heavy.
#46 Tousled Pixie Cut with Volume and Texture
The ease of this pixie cut is amazing! The layered look adds movement to fine and medium textures of hair, and also creates the appearance of more density. It’s also achieved that look that all the short haircuts say they are going to give, but don’t actually deliver. When looking at round face shapes, the texture is great because it helps to pull the eye up to the crown and not out to the sides and over the cheeks. The tousled finish also keeps the look light and playful, which is great if you want to avoid looking too serious. The only maintenance required is more frequent visits to the salon for touch ups which are needed every 5 to 6 weeks to keep that shape looking clean. Otherwise, you’ll be doing virtually no styling everyday which is exactly the goal for some clients.
#47 Russet Pixie with Textured Layers
The russet color will brighten your skin tone, and the textured layers through the crown add volume to balance the shorter lengths. The longer top pieces provide versatility – you can push them forward, sweep them to the side, or mess them up for a more relaxed look. For finer hair this additional length on top is particularly beneficial as it enhances the appearance of the hair’s fullness. The downside to short haircuts is that you have to go to the salon more often to maintain the shape and texture, however, the good news is that the cut is very trendy and requires very little daily styling.
#48 Cherry-Red Textured Bob with Layers
Cherry-red is a color that requires commitment, and I will be honest with you about that. Red shades typically have a quick pigment fade, meaning that you will need touch ups more frequently than you would if you were a brunette or blonde. However, this styled bob is a great example of the color integrating with the hair to create volume and a softness around the face. The subtle asymmetric cut will soften the jawline more than a blunt bob would. Red is youthful and vibrant and really transforms the whole look. Be realistic about how much upkeep you want to do.
#49 Textured Brunette Bob with Feathered Bangs
Feathered bangs soften the look of broad cheeks, doing a nice job for round face shapes, and with a textured finish, the bob won’t sit flat on the face and adds volume to the style, and on hair of thin to medium density, that texture is really working to give the appearance of fullness. It may take a bit of time to style it in the morning, since you’ll need to use some product to hold the texture, but the lift and framing are worth it; it gives you a lot more than it takes, and is a great practical cut.
#50 Lush Chestnut Curls with Volume and Movement
This haircut works best for naturally wavy and curly hair types. It allows any chosen haircut to show its fullness and bounce. The style gives a rounded face type the balance by raising the crown of the head to the roundest point above the cheeks. The color of the hair does not get too dark, but it is nice. The haircut that does not fight the hair, so it should not be too thick, will be best with a lot of spring in the hair. This technique will also be appreciated by women with fine, straight hair, as the more layering creates added volume. To have a good product, so the curls are kept defined, it will be necessary to control the curls a product. Once established, the routine should be relatively simple to maintain.
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