Oval face: we select hairstyles and accessories, we apply decorative cosmetics

The shape of the face is one of the main factors influencing the choice of hair, makeup and accessories. The correct choice of the components of the image is able to divert attention from the shortcomings of appearance, emphasize individuality and highlight the strengths. Unskillfully selected haircuts and accessories will exacerbate the flaws.

The oval shape of the face is considered a reference. Recommendations for owners of other types are reduced to visually bringing the face shape to the cherished oval. However, for classical proportions, there are rules and prohibitions. We will understand how to emphasize the natural virtues and avoid annoying mistakes.

Before selecting the image elements, you need to determine the type of face configuration. This requires paying attention, firstly, to the ratio of three key points: the forehead, chin and cheekbones. Secondly, it is necessary to determine the ratio of the length of the face to its width. These criteria serve as the basis for identifying several varieties of facial contours.

To unify all the varieties of the appearance of the shape of the person decided to compare them with geometric shapes:

• Square face characterized by a large forehead of medium height, powerful cheekbones and chin. The width of the forehead is approximately equal to the lower jaw, due to which the face looks angular. The ratio of height and width of the head is equal.
• Rectangular face similar to square in sharpness outlines, powerful cheekbones and equal to them in width of the forehead. The rectangular type differs from the square in greater height: the ratio of the length and width of the face is 2: 1. The chin is narrow, with pronounced corners. Hairline is not smooth, but resembles a broken curve.

• Long face has elongated proportions of high forehead, thin cheekbones and small chin. The lower jaw is on the same vertical with the forehead. An elongated face differs from a rectangular one more smoothness smoothness of the lines of the chin and the transition to the cheekbones. Hairline rounded.
• Round face differs in the softened outlines of cheekbones and an inexpressive chin. The forehead is medium sized or high. The most expressive place is the cheeks, so the face in the shape of a circle can look plump even in the absence of excess weight.

• Triangular face looks expressive. Its characteristic features: large forehead and sharp cheekbones, narrow clear chin. The forehead and cheekbones are equal in width and make up the contrast with the chin. The transition from cheeks to chin is elongated. In the face dominated by the vertical. It sometimes looks too geometric.
• Face-heart. Similar to the triangle in terms of the ratio of the impressive forehead and cheekbones with a narrow chin. Differences "heart" from the triangle - a smaller height, more rounded cheekbones with a small chin.

• Diamond face has a miniature chin and narrow forehead, which are combined with wide cheekbones. They are the most outstanding element of appearance and guilty of the overall angularity of the appearance. The forehead is dominated by a low, hairline is graphic. The lower jaw is narrow. The face is equal in length and width.
• Face trapezoid is rare. The lower part is strongly accented: a large wide jaw and chin with which a narrow forehead is opposed. Cheekbones are not pronounced. Minor difference in height and face width.

• Oval face stands out for smooth outlines.Characteristic is the absence of sharp lines, rounded and harmonious transitions between the forehead, cheekbones and chin prevail. The approximate ratio of length and width is 3: 2. The absence of pronounced elements and the harmonious combination of horizontal and vertical brought this type the reputation of a classic, the most attractive and leaves maximum space for successful experiments with hairstyles, decorative cosmetics and accessories.

A common misconception that accompanies the definition of a type of person is the confusion between the elongated and oval species. To avoid misunderstandings, it is necessary to take into account the fundamental differences.

• The stretched face is visually longer than the oval.
• Hollow cheeks are characteristic of an elongated face, which increase the predominance of the vertical over the horizontal.
• An elongated face is often accompanied by a long, thin nose.
• Cheekbones and lower jaw look sharp, angular. In the oval face there is no geometry.

It is necessary to remember about the differences between an elongated and oval face. The latter benefits in terms of proportionality of the ratio of the forehead, cheekbones, chin, as well as width and height. The main drawback of the elongated species is the substantial predominance of the vertical over the horizontal.

The harmony of the proportions of an oval face allows you to choose a haircut of any length. The key rule is to take into account the structure of the hair.

• Short hairstyles suitable owners of thin, devoid of hair volume. They will allow to demonstrate the ideal proportions of the face, visually lengthen the neck and create a young modern look.

• Medium length haircuts - the most popular and winning option among women with all types of faces. They are suitable for hair of any structure and leave room for a variety of styling options.

• Long haircuts - look good on thick, thick hair that allows you to create an attractive, steady volume. The strength of elongated hairstyles - femininity and romance.

• Bang length with oval face type - the choice is individual. Hair stylists recommend that owners of the reference oval open their foreheads in order to show the merits of appearance presented by nature. Lovers haircuts with bangs should take into account the shape of the forehead. If it seems too high or low, you should cover it with a short or asymmetrical bang.

The perfect face shape opens up space for hairstyle experiments. The main requirement: styling should emphasize the perfection of the proportions of the oval. The task of masking problem areas in this case is missing.

For this reason, the owners of the face oval are contraindicated:

• long straight thick bangs to the eyebrows and below;
• smooth flowing hair of any length without curling and graduation;
• hairstyles with a strong vertical up.

With the exception of these forbidden species, the following haircuts are suitable for a face-shaped oval.

• Pixie - One of the latest hairdressing hits. It is a very short hair on the back of the head, which is combined with longer “ragged” front strands and asymmetrical bangs. Hairstyle favorably emphasize the line of the cheekbones. It leaves freedom for numerous styling options with the help of cosmetic products: a gel with the effect of wet strands, foam for volume and wax. The latter will make the structure of "ragged" haircut more expressive.

• "Garson", or "under the boy"- very short hair plus a small ragged fringe. Haircut provides maximum opportunity to demonstrate the perfect proportions and opens his forehead.

• Caret - looks good on the hair of any structure. You can choose the classic version with an equal length of hair or asymmetrical variety - with hair, shortened at the back of the head, and longer in front.

• Sessun - is popular for several decades, the trademark of a true Parisian Mireille Mathieu. Owners of an oval face - among the rare lucky women whom this haircut adorns.

• "Cascade" - varieties of graduated haircuts for hair of medium length and long hairstyles. The perfect choice for fine hair. Haircut ladder tells your hair the necessary volume. If desired, the hair, cut in a cascade, you can curl and get a feminine styling for an evening event, party or cocktail.

• Curly haircuts - suitable for an oval face, because they create an attractive volume. Modern classics - gently curled curls of large curls gently. Angela Davis-style active “small devil” is best set aside for noisy parties.

• Smooth styling with an oval face make it possible to show the dignity presented by nature. They include short haircuts with combed back hair and elongated versions with restrained low buns-shells. Smooth hairstyles - a universal option that will support the office dress code, will be comfortable during outdoor activities and suitable for celebration.

The oval shape of the face does not put any restrictions on the choice of an acceptable makeup technique. Proper use of decorative cosmetics will make the appearance brighter and emphasize individuality. With the help of make-up, an oval face can be made more sculptural and expressive. General rules:

• confine one color accent in make-up - eyes or lips; otherwise, the painted face will look vulgar;
• the current shape of the eyebrows is a natural, natural width of the arch, slightly raised upwards;

• Blush should highlight the cheekbones line and make it more pronounced: for this, a cosmetic product is applied along the cheekbones, from top to bottom in the direction from the outer contours of the face to the corners of the lips;
• when using blush and tonal resources, it is necessary to take into account that light shades attract attention, dark ones allow to divert attention from a specific zone; modern trend - face sculpting with the simultaneous use of several shades - this is not an easy technique that requires skill, you can practice using Internet videos with the work of professional makeup artists.

With the classic oval face shape, glasses with frames of any configuration are acceptable. Actual trends recommend avoiding only giant glasses: they were the last cry of fashion in the 1970s, but today they look ridiculous and old-fashioned.

Face features should be the main criterion when choosing points. If the outlines of the lips, eyebrows and nose are hard, you should choose in favor of the frame of a graphic rectangular shape. If the face is dominated by sleek lines, the optimal choice is in favor of frames of a rounded configuration.

As an accessory for leisure, aviator accessories (with a straight upper line and rounded lower rectangular contours) and a cat's eye are welcome - a flirty design inspired by the 1950s.

When choosing jewels and costume jewelry for an oval face, it is necessary to follow the same rules as when choosing a haircut: everything is suitable, except for straight vertical lines.

The reference oval will benefit from the neighborhood with miniature stud earrings, ornaments in the form of geometric figures, thin earrings, rings of different sizes and materials.

The oval face allows you to choose accessories for beauty and warmth of the head, designed in any style. The model with which you need to be careful - a high cap with earflaps with long ties. Such models are often made of fur, or, as sports clothing items, from synthetic high-tech fabrics. Their danger to an oval face is an overabundance of vertical lines.

In other cases, there are no restrictions when choosing a headdress for an oval face. Depending on your personal style, you can choose:

• Classic - hats. Come to the coat, classic trench coats, strict jackets.

• Casual style - knitted hats, berets, fur ear-flaps. The main fashion rule - no more than one fur thing in the image.

• Romantic and feminine style - a scarf. Will perform a worthy frame of the reference oval.

• Sports and leisure - fur headphones. Bright witty accessory for owners of a healthy sense of humor.

The oval type of face leaves ample opportunities for fashionable experiments. Attentive approach to the choice of cosmetics and accessories, along with a sense of measure and style, will make the image attractive and individual.

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