Best Bangs by Face Shape

By Julyne Derrick, About.com Guide

Ahhhh, bangs (or "fringe" if you live in the UK). Bangs can make a boring cut edgy. They can take years off a face and they bring attention to the eyes. They are flattering on all face shapes. The catch is finding the right bangs for your face shape. Your goal is to make your long or round or square or heart-shaped face appear as oval as possible. And you can do that with bangs.

In this photo gallery, I outline what types of bangs work best on each face shape and why. But first, make sure you know your face shape. To find out your face shape, see How to Measure Your Face to Determine Your Face Shape then check out photos of your best and worst hairstyles.

One big key to bangs is hair texture. If you have curly hair, you should avoid bangs period, no matter your face shape. Bangs just pouf up on you. Also keep in mind that bangs take maintenance. I always recommend learning How to Trim Your Own Bangs.

First up, let's talk about square face shapes.....

See my galleries of bang hairstyles:

• Gallery 1: A Round-up of Awesome Bangs
• Gallery 2: Sideswept Bangs
• Gallery 3: Blunt Bangs
• Gallery 4: Fringe Bangs
• Gallery 5: More Great Bangs