Best Hairstyles for a Diamond Face

Diamond faces are the rarest face shape, characterized by a narrow forehead and chin with wider, prominent cheekbones. The face has angular features with the widest point at the cheeks. Hairstyles that add width at the forehead and chin while minimizing cheekbone emphasis create the most balanced look.

~10% of people

How to Identify a Diamond Face Shape

Narrow forehead and chin
Wide, prominent cheekbones
Angular features
Rarest face shape
Widest at the cheeks

Styling Tips for Diamond Faces

1

Add width at the forehead with quiffs, bangs, or volumizing products at the root.

2

Chin-length styles and fuller ends add needed width at the narrow chin.

3

Avoid styles that add volume at the cheekbones — like tucking hair behind the ears.

4

Soft, side-swept styles and textured fringes complement diamond proportions beautifully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best haircut for a diamond face?

The best haircuts for diamond faces add width at the forehead and chin to balance the prominent cheekbones. For men, quiffs, textured fringes, and side-parted styles work well. For women, wispy bangs, chin-length bobs, and feathered layers are ideal. The key is creating visual width at the narrower areas.

How rare is a diamond face shape?

Diamond is the rarest face shape, found in approximately 10% of people. Its defining features are narrow forehead and chin with wide, angular cheekbones. Many people confuse diamond faces with oval or heart shapes. An AI face shape analysis can determine your exact shape from a selfie in seconds.

Should I avoid certain hairstyles with a diamond face?

Avoid styles that add width at the cheekbones (like straight, chin-length cuts tucked behind the ears) or styles that are very flat on top (emphasizing the narrow forehead). Slicked-back styles that expose the narrow forehead are also less flattering.

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