The Best Hairstyles for Heart-Shaped Faces

Searching for a cut to show off your killer cheekbones? Look no further.

By Jackie Frere, Redbook

If you're lucky enough to have a heart-shaped face, that probably means you've also got killer cheekbones and a narrow, defined jaw. Try one of these celebrity-approved styles to give your pretty face the attention it deserves.

Middle Part

Gwyneth Paltrow's pin-straight hair skims the widest part of her face thanks to her perfectly placed middle part. If you're after shiny smooth locks like Gwyneth's, run some Rodin by Recine Luxury Hair Oil through your strands after a shower — she uses it to fight frizz and condition her hair throughout the day.

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Loose Waves

For a softer vibe, pair your middle part with long, loose waves like Lily Collins's. Using a 1 1/4-inch curling iron, start the waves right at the top of your cheekbones to help your features pop.

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(24K Gold Curling Iron, ulta.com)

Wavy Lob

The lob has been a Hollywood favorite for a while now because it works. It's universally flattering, short enough to show off your face, and long enough to grow out quickly if you find yourself with hair regrets. Use a 1-inch curling iron to add soft waves like Jennifer Lawrence's.

Lob With Deep Side Part

Consider a lob that hits just below the chin, like Gabrielle Union's. Use a flatiron for a sleeker take, or copy Union's beachy waves by spritzing a light-hold hair spray on your strands.

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Pixie

If you really want to show what you've got, chop it all off like Jessica Stroup. (There's no hiding that bone structure now!) Tame any flyaways with wax or hairspray.

Piled-On Pixie

A rockabilly-inspired short cut like Scarlett Johansson's is perfect for anyone looking for a pixie with some edge. Be sure to use a maximum-hold gel to keep the longer hair on top from falling into your face.

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(Herbal Essences Set Me Up Max Hold Hair Gel, amazon.com)

Face-Framing Layers

Layers too close to your jaw can distract from your defined features, but soft layers below your chin, like Jennifer Aniston's, still let your jaw and cheekbones shine. For extra oomph, apply mousse to your hair before styling.

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(Paul Mitchell Sculpting Foam, amazon.com)

Soft Fringe

Bangs are back, but stay away from anything too blunt. Instead, try feathery fringe like Kerry Washington's, which lends softness to angled faces. Ask your stylist to blend the sides of your bangs into your layers for a slimming effect.

Deep Side Part

A deep side part and soft curls like Reese Witherspoon's can help create the illusion of cheekbone-framing layers. Be sure to curl hair away from your face to help open up your features.

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(Hair Waver Beach Curls Curling Iron, amazon.com)

Top Knot

A classic top knot, like the one Zendaya recently wore, is a great way to show off sky-high cheekbones. Keep your bun in place all day with bobby pins and maximum-hold hairspray.

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