2. Customizing for Your Face Shape & Hair Texture
Welcome to Part 2 of my salon guide on 50 Chic Short Bob Hairstyles for Women in 2019.
Every head of hair has its own density, cowlicks, and wave pattern—here is how I adjust the proportions behind the chair.
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Matching Layers & Tones to Your Features
One of the best things about short bobs is that they can be styled to suit any face shape or hair texture.
For example, if you have a round face, you can ask your stylist to cut the hair at an angle.
So that it falls slightly shorter in the back.
This will help to elongate the face and create a more balanced look.
On the other hand, if you have a square face, you can ask your stylist to cut the hair at an angle.
So that it falls slightly longer in the back.
This will help to soften the features and create a more feminine look.
✂️ Face-Shape & Density Quick Match
- Fine-to-Medium Strands: Keep perimeter weight blunt and add micro-ribbons around the face for visual fullness.
- Thick or Wavy Hair: Use internal slide-cutting to release weight so waves stack without triangle bulk.
- Warm vs. Cool Skin Undertones: Pair golden-olive skin with honey, caramel, or espresso glosses; pair cool undertones with champagne, ash, or mocha ribbons.
Turn to Page 3 next for my step-by-step 10-minute blowout, wave, and product-layering routine.