We all have unique features to our face and often don’t know how to bring out the best in ourselves. Before suggesting a particular hairstyle, it is important to consider the shape of your client’s face. And that’s why we’re going to talk about hairstyles for long face men. Men with long faces have a long forehead and chin, but their cheekbones are often wide. To balance these proportions, it is advisable to avoid hairstyles that add height at the top of the face, such as a topknot, and instead focus on styles that add volume at the sides.
If you are a barber read on, because in this article we will give you some tips to help your clients choose the perfect hairstyle for their face. The first look is a short hairstyle. Generally, a short hairstyle that is tight on the sides can make the face appear more balanced. Below we bring you an online tutorial to see an example of this look and how to do it yourself.
Salon friendly side sweeping crop
Learn how to execute the side sweeping crop complimented with a high skin fade using the descending fading method for this modern salon friendly look.
Objectives
- Successfully map out and section the haircut
- Create a seamless blend with the clippers
- Combine various male hairdressing and barbering techniques
- Use a variety of hairdressing tools
- Work with texturising techniques
Technical Skills
- Scissor Control
- Texturising
- Fading methods
- Sectioning patterns
- Cutting angles
For a man with an elongated face, long hair can also be an ideal choice. However, if the hair is too long, it can make the face appear even more elongated. The best option is to keep the hair long and swept forward, but never with too much volume on the top of the head.
Hidden disconnection in Long layered hairstyle
Work with clever hidden disconnection in this long layered hairstyle to achieve a flatter result when working with bushy thick hair.
Objectives
- Successfully map out and section the haircut
- Create shape and structure in the haircut
- Work with disconnection to flatten areas of the headshape
- Use a combination of texturing techniques to create movement
- Combine various classic male hairdressing and barbering techniques
Technical Skills
- Scissor Control
- Texturising
- Hairline shaping
- Styling tips
Fringes can be another excellent option for men with elongated faces. Opting for a fringe creates a focal point at the top of the face, which helps to minimise the appearance of the length of the face.
Modern curtains with taper-fade
Re-Create this classic 90’s look in a modern way by understanding how to work with graduation and disconnection using a variety of cutting tools to achieve this effortlessly cool look that’s easy to achieve.
Objectives
- Successfully map out and section the haircut
- Create disconnection on the fringe panel
- Create a seamless taper-fade with the clippers
- Use a combination of texturing techniques to create movement
- Work with texturising techniques
Technical Skills
- Layering & graduation techniques
- Hairline shaping
- Clipper work
- Styling tips
As with any haircut, the important thing is to choose the right style that complements the shape of the face. As a barber, you can be a great help to your clients in choosing the hairstyle that best suits their personality and facial features. If you follow these tips, your client will feel confident with their new hairstyle, and that’s the most important thing.
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