The Best Ponytail for Your Face Shape
The ponytail is a hairstyle that never goes out of style. Whether you’re going to the gym or to an elegant event, there’s a ponytail style for every occasion. But with so many options in ponytail styles, how do you decide on the best ponytail for your face shape? Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a list of the best ponytail hairstyle for every face shape.
THE BEST PONYTAIL FOR YOUR FACE SHAPE
There are four basic face shapes: round, square, heart, and oval. Let’s blow this hair out and determine which ponytail - beautifully secured with a Pulleez -that you should be rocking for your next event!
THE BEST PONYTAIL FOR A ROUND FACE: THE HIGH PONYTAIL
If you have a round-shaped face, a high ponytail is the hairstyle for you. Having a ponytail that’s placed high on your head will give the illusion of a more elongated face. To pump up the look even more, add some volume to your crown and wear a side part with a few loose strands to further lengthen your face. Here’s how to get the look:
STEP 1: TEASE YOUR ROOTS
The first step of this hairstyle involves adding some volume to your roots. Spritz volumizer on your roots and gently backcomb to tease your hair.
STEP 2: CHOOSE YOUR PART
Use a comb to part your hair to the side, making sure not to brush out the volume you just created. How deep you part your hair is totally up to you and your preference! Smooth out your part to your liking.
STEP 3: CREATE YOUR PONYTAIL
Pull your hair up into a high ponytail, making sure to leave a few strands loose to frame your face. Create your ponytail high on your head. Feel free to accessorize with a Pulleez!
THE BEST PONYTAIL FOR A SQUARE FACE: THE ROMANTIC PONYTAIL
For those with a square-shaped face, your ideal ponytail is centered around softening your features. A romantic, wispy ponytail hairstyle is perfect for you. Here’s how to get the look:
STEP 1: CURL YOUR HAIR
To create this romantic ponytail look, you’ll want to curl your locks. Make sure to use a heat protectant to keep your strands from getting damaged. If you would rather skip the heat, opt for a heat free wave spray to add soft waves to your mane. Spritz it onto towel-dried hair to define your natural hair shape and texture.
STEP 2: PUT YOUR HAIR UP
Put your hair into a ponytail. Whether you choose to have a high, mid-height, or low ponytail is up to you!
STEP 3: ADD SOME WISPIES
To finish the look, pull some curls loose from the front of your hair to create a soft, face-framing look. Make sure to finish your ponytail with hairspray so your curls and pony stay in place throughout the day.
THE BEST PONYTAIL FOR A HEART-SHAPED FACE: THE MESSY PONYTAIL
If you have a heart-shaped face, the goal of your ponytail is to balance out the largeness of your forehead compared to the tapered bottom of your face, A messy ponytail will do just that. Here’s how to get the look:
STEP 1: USE A HAIR TEXTURIZER
To give your strands the messy, piece-y, textured style you’re going for, use a hair texturizingproduct. Apply the texturizer to dry hair, tousling to create your messy style.
STEP 2: ADD SOME VOLUME
To even-out your face shape, backcomb the roots of your hair to add some volume to this messy ponytail.
STEP 3: CREATE YOUR PONYTAIL
Wear a mid-height ponytail to balance your face shape. Make sure not to stress about smoothing out your strands or creating the perfect ponytail as stray strands and bumps are all part of the look!
THE BEST PONYTAIL FOR AN OVAL FACE: THE SIDE PONYTAIL
If you have an oval-shaped face, you’re lucky! Your symmetrical face shape can pull off virtually any ponytail hairstyle. A side ponytail is a timeless ‘do to switch things up. Here’s how to get the look:
STEP 1: CREATE YOUR PART
As you may have guessed—you’ll want to part your hair to the side for this ponytail.
STEP 2: MAKE YOUR PONYTAIL
Create your side ponytail by bringing all your hair to the side of your choice. You can either choose to keep your hair in a traditional ponytail or add some texture by adding a few small braidsthroughout. Make sure you use clear elastic hair bands if you do this!
