{"id":184465,"date":"2025-05-03T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-03T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/?p=184465"},"modified":"2025-04-29T12:40:19","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T10:40:19","slug":"hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-13::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-13{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-14::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-14{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-15::before{padding-top:100%; }img#mv-trellis-img-15{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>As we age, our faces naturally change shape, and what worked in our younger years might not be the best choice now. For women over 60 with round faces, certain hairstyles can accentuate fullness rather than create balance and definition. Finding the right cut isn&rsquo;t just about following trends&mdash;it&rsquo;s about choosing styles that enhance your natural beauty while providing a more slimming, youthful effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Blunt Bob Without Layers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/10-Hairstyles-That-Fail-Round-Faces-Over-60-And-5-That-Should-Be-Off-Limits-1.jpg\" alt=\"Blunt Bob Without Layers\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20300%20300'%3E%3Crect%20width='300'%20height='300'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Blunt Bob Without Layers\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" loading=\"eager\" data-src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/10-Hairstyles-That-Fail-Round-Faces-Over-60-And-5-That-Should-Be-Off-Limits-1.jpg\" class=\"eager-load\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/10-Hairstyles-That-Fail-Round-Faces-Over-60-And-5-That-Should-Be-Off-Limits-1.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hairbybrittbjohnson\/p\/C3_lEsaLe51\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; hairbybrittbjohnson<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A straight-across bob creates a horizontal line that makes round faces appear wider and fuller. The lack of movement or texture gives no dimension to soften facial curves. Instead, opt for a bob with longer layers that create vertical lines to elongate your face shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Super Short Pixie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Blunt-Bob-Without-Layers.jpg\" alt=\"Pixie Super Corto\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Blunt-Bob-Without-Layers.jpg\" alt=\"Pixie Super Corto\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Blunt-Bob-Without-Layers.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/_ellecoco\/p\/DAGO66oP2VI\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; ellecococreative<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Extremely cropped pixies expose the full circumference of a round face, drawing attention to its circular shape. Without length to balance proportions, your face becomes the focal point. Even a little length on top creates necessary height to elongate your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Center-Parted Straight Hair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Super-Short-Pixie.jpg\" alt=\"Pelo liso con raya al medio\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Super-Short-Pixie.jpg\" alt=\"Pelo liso con raya al medio\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Super-Short-Pixie.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/meghanlaura_hair\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; meghanlaura_hair<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Middle parts draw the eye directly to the center of your face, emphasizing its width. When paired with straight, flat hair, this style creates a frame that highlights fullness rather than creating flattering angles. Consider a <a href=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/side-part-hair-ideas-for-spring\/\">parte lateral<\/a> to create asymmetry that slims the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Flequillo fuerte<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Center-Parted-Straight-Hair-2.jpg\" alt=\"Flequillo fuerte\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Center-Parted-Straight-Hair-2.jpg\" alt=\"Flequillo fuerte\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Center-Parted-Straight-Hair-2.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wild.grey.yonder\/p\/CaSyLAkv9WT\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 wild.grey.yonder<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Thick, straight-across bangs create a horizontal line that visually shortens your face. For round faces, this accentuates width while reducing the vertical space needed for balance. Think of your face as a canvas&mdash;you want to create length, not width.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Bob rizado hasta la barbilla<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Heavy-Bangs-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bob rizado hasta la barbilla\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Heavy-Bangs-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bob rizado hasta la barbilla\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Heavy-Bangs-2.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jacquelynmariehair\/p\/COxxFRZDwZa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 jacquelynmariehair<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Curls that hit exactly at the jawline add volume precisely where round faces are fullest. This creates a mushroom-like effect that emphasizes facial roundness rather than creating a slimming illusion. Either go shorter or longer&mdash;the chin-length zone is particularly problematic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Severe Slicked-Back Styles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chin-Length-Curly-Bob.jpg\" alt=\"Severe Slicked-Back Styles\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chin-Length-Curly-Bob.jpg\" alt=\"Severe Slicked-Back Styles\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chin-Length-Curly-Bob.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/growinggray_\/p\/Cl8wFfdM6oW\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 growinggray_<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pulling hair tightly back exposes the full roundness of your face without any softening elements. This harsh style emphasizes the circumference of your face shape and can appear aging. Softness around the face creates a more youthful, flattering effect for round faces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Single-Length Long Hair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Severe-Slicked-Back-Styles.jpg\" alt=\"Single-Length Long Hair\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Severe-Slicked-Back-Styles.jpg\" alt=\"Single-Length Long Hair\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Severe-Slicked-Back-Styles.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/erikamarie72\/p\/C1Mve6zsYCX\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 erikamarie72<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Long hair without layers can drag down your features, especially as facial skin loses elasticity with age. One-length styles create a curtain effect that emphasizes facial roundness rather than creating definition. Long hair can work, but needs strategic layering to frame the face properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Bowl Cuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Single-Length-Long-Hair-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cortes de cuenco\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Single-Length-Long-Hair-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cortes de cuenco\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Single-Length-Long-Hair-1.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/222928250296620129\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; lynneburkitt2b<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember these from the 70s? <a href=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/corte-de-cuenco\/\">Bowl cuts <\/a>create a perfect circle around your already round face, doubling down on roundness. The uniform length all around offers no strategic angles to balance your face shape. This retro style unfortunately emphasizes exactly what you want to minimize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Tight Curly Perms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bowl-Cuts.jpg\" alt=\"Tight Curly Perms\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bowl-Cuts.jpg\" alt=\"Tight Curly Perms\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bowl-Cuts.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/what-was-your-worst-hairstyle--346706871285622769\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; pamartens<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Small, tight curls create a halo of volume all around the face, emphasizing its circular shape. These dated perms add width exactly where round faces don&rsquo;t need it&mdash;at the sides. Volume should be strategic, not uniform around the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Overly Teased Crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tight-Curly-Perms.jpg\" alt=\"Overly Teased Crown\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tight-Curly-Perms.jpg\" alt=\"Overly Teased Crown\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tight-Curly-Perms.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/therighthairstyles.com\/30-best-hairstyles-and-haircuts-for-women-over-60-to-suit-any-taste\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Los peinados adecuados<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Excessive height at the crown without balancing length creates a top-heavy silhouette. This outdated styling technique draws attention to roundness by creating disproportionate volume. Moderate volume is fine, but balance is key for flattering proportions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. OFF-LIMITS: Micro Bangs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Overly-Teased-Crown.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Micro Bangs\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Overly-Teased-Crown.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Micro Bangs\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Overly-Teased-Crown.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bri_claire_hair\/p\/C715_BoPv-L\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 bri_claire_hair<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/micro-flequillo\/\">Ultra-short bangs<\/a> cut high above the eyebrows create an optical illusion that widens the face. This severe style draws a horizontal line across your forehead, emphasizing roundness while creating odd proportions. These trendy bangs work better for longer, narrower face shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. OFF-LIMITS: Mullet Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Micro-Bangs.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Mullet Variations\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Micro-Bangs.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Mullet Variations\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Micro-Bangs.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hair.by.libby\/p\/CthFlp2rGR-\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; hair.by.libby<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The dramatic short-to-long transition of mullets creates unflattering volume at the sides of round faces. This returning trend unfortunately emphasizes width at the cheeks and jawline&mdash;exactly where round faces need slimming. Some trends are better admired from afar!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. OFF-LIMITS: Dramatic Undercuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Mullet-Variations.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Dramatic Undercuts\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Mullet-Variations.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Dramatic Undercuts\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Mullet-Variations.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mongoloidhairart_oug_hairsalon\/p\/DBN5XkVpFdB\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; mongoloidhairart_oug_hairsalon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Shaving one side while leaving length on top creates striking asymmetry that draws attention to facial roundness. This edgy style emphasizes rather than minimizes a round face shape on mature women. Bold statement cuts often work against the softening effect most women over 60 desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. OFF-LIMITS: Blunt Pageboy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Dramatic-Undercuts.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Blunt Pageboy\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Dramatic-Undercuts.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Blunt Pageboy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Dramatic-Undercuts.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C_ilf1VpS_f\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">\u00a9 mandyzsalon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The pageboy&rsquo;s distinctive rounded shape with curved ends that turn under mirrors and amplifies a round face. The uniform length and curved silhouette create a helmet-like effect that&rsquo;s particularly unflattering. This retro style unfortunately doubles down on roundness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. OFF-LIMITS: Pyramid-Shaped Cuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><div style=\"position: relative;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Blunt-Pageboy.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Pyramid-Shaped Cuts\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Blunt-Pageboy.jpg\" alt=\"OFF-LIMITS: Pyramid-Shaped Cuts\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-15\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazyload\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><div style=\"position: absolute; top: 0.5rem; right: 0.75rem;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/\" data-pin-do=\"buttonPin\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/es\/hairstyles-that-fail-round-faces-over-60\/\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/flawlesshair.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/OFF-LIMITS-Blunt-Pageboy.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"10 Hairstyles That Fail Round Faces Over 60 (And 5 That Should Be Off-Limits)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hairbyjackiesowards\/p\/CsY7bk8rXtf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">&copy; hairbyjackiesowards<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wide at the bottom, narrow at the top&mdash;these triangle-shaped cuts create an inverted silhouette that emphasizes jawline fullness. The disproportionate volume at the bottom visually widens the lower face. Balance is essential; avoid styles that are dramatically wider at the bottom than the top.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As we age, our faces naturally change shape, and what worked in our younger years might not be the best choice now. 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