These haircuts visually add volume to the cheeks: how to avoid mistakes.

Before booking an appointment with a hairdresser, it is worth considering not only the trends but also how the new hairstyle will affect the shape of the face. There are several options that can inadvertently highlight the cheeks and visually 'stretch' the proportions.

Haircuts that are not a good choice for everyone

Thick straight bangs

It can indeed look stylish, but there is a caveat: if the bangs are thick and fall to the brow level, they shorten the forehead and make the face look more 'flattened' at the top. And when the hair is also pulled behind the ears, the effect becomes even stronger.

Thick straight bangs. Photo from Instagram

The better option is light, layered or side-swept bangs that add movement and soften the features.

Chin-length bob

The classic bob that ends right at the chin line literally 'frames' this area, visually widening it. For a round or square face, this may not be the best choice.

Chin-length bob. Photo from Instagram

An alternative is an elongated bob with soft cuts or thinning, which elongates the silhouette.

Slicked-back hairstyles

An ideally smooth ponytail or bun with a clear part opens the face completely, but at the same time emphasizes its natural shape. If the cheeks are prominent, such a style can visually add a little volume.

Slicked-back hair. Photo from Instagram

To avoid this, you can release a few loose strands near the face or add volume at the crown.

Curls near the cheeks

Springy waves that curl inward right at the level of the cheeks often highlight roundness and make the face look more 'plump'.

Curls near the cheeks. Photo from Instagram

It's better to form the curls lower — from the collarbone down, then the silhouette will look more elegant.

Earlier, we wrote about which voluminous hairstyles from the 80s are more popular than ever now.

We also reported on what the most practical and stylish hairstyle for autumn 2025 is.

The presented text is light and lively, written in accessible language. The journalist provides tips on haircuts that can affect the shape of the face, allowing readers to choose the optimal hairstyle according to their face shape. Each tip is accompanied by illustrations from Instagram, making the material more visual and engaging.