Showcasing prominent cheekbones with a narrow chin and forehead, the diamond face shape seems made for the camera. Stars like Rihanna, Scarlet Johansson, and Vanessa Hudgens prove this, rocking their delicate yet fox-like features in sexy roles in movies and music videos. The only things to worry about with this face shape? Playing down the point of the chin and shortening the length of the face. How do you do it with hairstyles? Read on!
BANG, BANG
Bangs can really help shorten the look of a diamond-shaped face, especially when cut blunt and straight across. Wispy, side swept bangs can also be a good look, although center parts, which tend to elongate the face even more, should be avoided.
Many hairstylists advise against leaving the forehead of a diamond-shaped face exposed, but the look can work. Try using a side part and letting locks flow naturally in a casual style like Native American actress Irene Bedard (pictured), or sporting a no-fuss partial updo like Scarlet Johansson (also pictured).
THE RIGHT LENGTH
A diamond face shape calls for hair at the neck and chin levels, to add width at the jawline. So go for medium chin-length haircuts cut evenly or shoulder-length locks with subtle layers that frame the face and kiss the cheekbones (flaunt what you’ve got, girl!). Flips or other wispy, kicked-out looks will especially help add balance to this face shape, and looks that can easily be tucked behind the ears also call attention to the eyes and cheeks.
SHORT STOP
When rocking short hair cuts with a diamond-shaped face, avoid styles with a lot of height or bulk height at the crown, which lengthen the face even more. Instead, try cuts with wispy bangs and thicker hair at the nape for balance. Similarly, try updos with more volume or width than height, perhaps with curls cascading over the brow.
YOU GO, CURL!
Waves, curls, and lots of body are great for this face shape, as they widen the face and add a bit of spunk and pizzazz to otherwise fragile-seeming features. Go for spiral curls that are just a little bit messy, or pair tighter curls with a sleek texture for nice contrast.
THE DEEP SIDE PART
A deep side part is a hair parting that is positioned significantly off-center, typically well to one side of your head. This style can be especially flattering for individuals with diamond-shaped faces because it introduces an element of asymmetry to a face shape that is naturally more symmetrical due to its wider cheekbones and narrower forehead and chin.
Deep side parts often create a cascading effect with the hair falling gracefully over one shoulder. This flow can create a pleasing and balanced look, emphasizing one side of the face and downplaying the width of the cheekbones.
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Extensions and Add-Ons for Diamond Face Shapes
Hair extensions offer diamond-faced women a particularly useful tool: the ability to add width and softness exactly where they need it, without committing to a permanent cut or style change. Here's how to use them strategically:
Volume at the crown: If you want to soften prominent cheekbones and add balance, adding a little volume at the crown draws the eye upward and lengthens the perceived face shape. Clip-in extensions placed at the crown give you this volume instantly and can be removed when you want a sleeker look.
Length to shoulder or below: Longer hair that falls to shoulder level or below gives a diamond face shape the chin-level width it needs to balance the wider cheekbones. Extensions make this achievable without waiting for your hair to grow.
Halo extensions for a soft framing effect: Our halo extensions are particularly popular for diamond-shaped faces because they add volume around the mid-lengths and ends - exactly where diamond faces need to add visual weight to balance the face.
"One of the things I love most about extensions is how much creative freedom they give people to experiment with their look. For diamond-faced women, adding length and movement around the chin and jaw area can be genuinely transformative - and with clip-ins, you can try the look before committing."
- Priyanka Swamy, Founder of Perfect Locks
Hairstyles to Avoid with a Diamond Face Shape
Just as some styles flatter a diamond face, others can emphasize the features you might prefer to balance:
- Extra-short pixie cuts - These often emphasize the width of the cheekbones and expose the narrow jawline and forehead, which can make the diamond shape more pronounced.
- Pulled-back, tight styles - Slicked-back buns or ponytails that smooth all hair away from the face eliminate the softening effect of face-framing layers.
- Center parts without layers - A precise center part on long, straight hair can elongate the face and draw attention to its length rather than balancing it.
- Very voluminous styles at the cheeks - Adding width at the widest point (the cheekbones) can make the face appear even wider at that point.
How to Find Your Face Shape
If you're not sure whether you have a diamond face shape, here's a simple way to measure:
Measure your forehead width
Measure across your forehead at its widest point, typically just above the eyebrows.
Measure your cheekbone width
Measure across your face at its widest point - usually directly below the outer corners of your eyes.
Measure your jawline
Measure across the jaw at its widest point, just below the chin.
Compare
A diamond face has cheekbones that are the widest measurement, with a noticeably narrower forehead AND narrower jaw. If your forehead is wider than your jaw but both are narrower than your cheeks, and your face is longer than wide - you have a diamond shape.
Frequently Asked Questions About Diamond Face Shape Hairstyles
What hairstyles are best for a diamond face shape?
Hairstyles that add width at the forehead and chin while minimizing emphasis on the cheekbones work best for diamond faces. Wispy side-swept bangs, chin-length bobs, shoulder-length hair with layers that frame the jaw, and styles with volume at the crown and ends all flatter this face shape beautifully.
Should someone with a diamond face shape get bangs?
Yes - bangs are generally very flattering for diamond face shapes because they add width at the forehead, which is typically one of the narrower areas of a diamond face. Wispy, side-swept bangs or curtain bangs that frame the forehead without being too heavy are ideal. Blunt straight-across bangs can also work depending on the specific proportions of the face.
What length hair is most flattering for a diamond face?
Chin-length to shoulder-length hair is typically most flattering for diamond face shapes. This length allows hair to frame the jawline and add visual width at the narrowest part of the face. Very long hair can emphasize the length and narrowness of the face; very short hair can over-expose the prominent cheekbones.
Do celebrities with diamond face shapes wear specific hairstyles?
Yes - Rihanna, Scarlett Johansson, and Vanessa Hudgens (all thought to have diamond-shaped faces) frequently wear styles with some face-framing movement: wispy bangs, textured layers, or styles that add softness at the forehead and jaw. All three regularly use hair length and texture to balance their facial proportions beautifully.
The most important thing to remember is that face shape guidelines are just that - guidelines, not rules. Work with a stylist who can look at your specific features holistically and help you find what makes you feel most beautiful. And if you want to experiment with length or volume without committing to a permanent change, our free color and texture consultations can help you find the right extension option to try first.
Author and Founder of Perfect Locks LLC
Priyanka Swamy, the visionary founder of Perfect Locks LLC, is a passionate advocate for empowering women and promoting cultural diversity. With an unwavering commitment to ethical sourcing and quality craftsmanship, she redefined the hair extension market and created a supportive community that celebrates individuality.
Priyanka's dedication to sustainability and social responsibility continues to inspire positive change within the industry. Her journey with Perfect Locks remains an inspiration, unlocking the true potential and confidence of countless individuals worldwide.
