Finding the right hairstyles for your face shape can be challenging. There are many factors to consider, and while it's one thing to describe a male face shape, we've rounded up a series of pictures to makes the process significantly easier. Take a look around this gallery of male face shapes—because there are a lot of shapes, seriously—and see if there's one that's close to yours. Knowing this information might not seem monumental now, but it will help you better determine how to choose the right hairstyle once you know your shape. The reason this matters: We know you want your hair to look nice, right? Knowing your face shape means you can avoid getting an ill-fitting cut next time you're in the barber's chair so your hair comes out looking great. Keep scrolling to figure out how to tell your face shape. Allow these handy celeb pictures to be your guide.
Male Face Shapes - Triangular
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Justin Timberlake has a triangular face, which is characterized by wide cheekbones and forehead, and a pointed chin.
Male Face Shapes - Square
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Nick Lachey has square features: a jawline almost as wide as it is long with straight sides, and the jaw and cheekbones are the same width.
Male Face Shapes - Round
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You'll recognize a round face by the fact that the jawline is round, the face almost as wide as it is tall, and the cheekbones are round as well.
Male Face Shapes - Oval
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An oval face is considered the "ideal" shape for a man, although any face shape can be good looking. However, a slightly rounded jaw and a face with no unusual characteristics (big mouth or eyes) that resembles the shape of an egg can be very attractive.
Male Face Shapes - Oval
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Case in point about oval faces being attractive, Jude Law.
Male Face Shapes - Diamond
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In pinpointing a diamond face, you'll note that the cheekbones are widest part of the face, the forehead and jawline are narrow, and the jawline is long and pointed.
Male Face Shapes - Diamond
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Robert Pattinson has a classic diamond face.
Now that you've identified your face shape, it's time to learn which cut accentuates your features best.