Medium hair is the most common hair length, so there is a lot of versatility here when it comes to styling. From shag haircuts to updos and half up/half down styles, braids, layers, and curls — it’s all here—even the ponytail.
Medium haircuts are incredibly versatile and help those with thinning hair make their hair look thicker. Bangs can go with almost all of these styles and they are usually easy to maintain. Ready to experiment? Let’s have a closer look.
What Is Medium Hair?
Short hair generally falls above the collarbone. Medium hair typically ranges from shoulder-length down to the top of the chest or armpits. Because of natural shrinkage, curly and textured hair will always appear shorter than straight hair of the exact same length.
So we’ll simply judge that a medium-length hairstyle falls from the shoulders down to the top of the chest when fully styled, whether the style uses straight or curly hair. When styled in an updo, the same length of hair is used, and it might look shorter. But it’s still medium length.
Medium Hairstyle Vs. Face Shapes
You can try styling or cutting your hair and bangs to flatter your face shape. Here are some tips:
- Square: Curtain bangs can soften a square face, especially if they are long enough to blend in with a medium-length hairstyle that’s straight. Chunky curtain bangs are best for a square face shape, and when layered, they can help camouflage a heavy jaw-line.
- Long: A lob can work well for long faces, as long as it has some volume in the form of waves to give more width to the face. Bangs that come down to the eyebrows are appropriate here, to minimize the length of the forehead.
- Heart: For this face shape, you need something that’s going to pull the attention away from a prominent or pointy chin. Long, side-swept bangs can do that when added to a medium cut. The style can be straight, wavy or even curly. Side-swept bangs put more attention on the upper part of the face.
- Round: Long, side-swept bangs are also great to help slim round faces. Long curtain bangs serve the same purpose of slimming the cheeks. Both can be used with medium hairstyles, preferably straight ones, or those that just have a little wave added. If the style is too curly, it could emphasize the width of the face.
- Oval: Those with oval faces can pretty much use any hairstyle or haircut. There are no imbalances like a tall or wide forehead, heavy jawline or cheeks or prominent chin to minimize. So if you have an oval face, feel free to experiment with any style and see whether it looks good on you.
How to Cut Layers in Shoulder-Length Hair
Note: We highly recommend seeing a professional stylist for layered cuts to avoid uneven lines, but if you are experienced in trimming your own hair at home, here is a standard method:
If you have a lot of bulk, layers can thin it out a bit to help your hair look more feminine when it’s medium-length. Layers also add volume and can emphasize a new hair color. They should be cut into hair that is straight and wet. Curly and textured haircuts are a different matter entirely, although you can cut the same angles on dry curly hair, clipping each curl individually.
Here’s how to create layers with straight hair:
- Section your hair into three areas. Do this by parting first from ear to ear, behind the ear. Then make a division down the center. With this, you have two side sections and a large back section.
- It’s optional here to create a fringe or a bang area by sectioning a triangle at the front hairline.
- Cut the sides of your hair by parting a quarter of the right front section, vertically. Then hold it at a 45-degree angle to your head and clip it straight across, parallel to the floor. Do the same with the other three quarters on that side of the head, using a small piece of the hair you’ve already cut to serve as a guide.
- Clip the left front section in a similar manner, initially using a small piece of hair from the other side as a guide for where to start cutting.
- Because the back of your head is more curved than the sides, there’s no need to hold the hair at an angle. Instead, divide the back into the nape and the crown and start cutting the hair of the crown in small sections. Hold the hair straight up and clip it across, parallel to the floor.
- There is no need to hold up the nape area while clipping. You can just comb the nape down and clip it straight across according to the length of the medium hairstyle.
- For bangs, which are the most popular, start by creating one vertical section in the middle of the triangle. Hold the hair out in front of the face and cut the length between four and six inches depending on the height of the forehead. Then use the scissors to make short diagonal snips at the edges for a more natural look.
- Repeat this procedure on the right and left of the center section of the fringe, making them a little longer by using a small piece of hair from the center to show you where exactly to cut.
Best Medium Hairstyles for Women
Bouncy Shoulder-Length Ringlets
While your curls look gorgeous no matter their length, sometimes a quick trim can put their spring back. For ladies with super curly hair, a medium hairstyle will give your texture new life!
Sleek Lob with Sweeping Side Bangs
A slightly off-center part is very flattering on women with any face shape and hair type, especially if you have side bangs. This shoulder-length cut features a blonde-red ombre with dark roots, an edgy color combination!
Modern Slicked-Back Midi Cut
Trying for a dramatic date night look? Wear your hair straight but use a little hair product to help you comb it straight back off your face.
Platinum Shoulder-Grazing Bob
If you are gracefully embracing your natural silver and gray hair, you can beautifully wear it on a shoulder-length haircut parted off-center. To get the flipped ends, use a hair straightener.
Retro-Inspired Headband Updo
How cute is this vintage hairstyle with its chic headband? It’s a great color against the blonde mane that features short bluntly-cut bangs. Choose this look if you have a petite face.
Straight Cut with Textured Choppy Fringe
Not only does the bright red hair color seen here look beautiful on a multitude of skin tones, but the choppy bangs work with the color to give a medium haircut all sorts of edge.
Sun-Kissed Curly Mid-Length Balayage
Here’s another gorgeous haircut featuring tight, springy medium curls. This time we see a blend of blonde for a balayage that couldn’t be more natural-looking. Part hair off-center to give it more shape.
Double Dutch Braided Low Ponytail
Going out or just want to feel extra beautiful? Style your medium-length hair into two Dutch braids that combine in a low ponytail.
Effortless Half-Up Top Knot
This half updo looks like it took forever to style, but it’s actually quite simple! Gather the top half of your hair into a high, tight ponytail, then wind the hair tightly around the base to make a top knot. Fill the bottom half of your hair with large waves and you’re done!
Soft Center-Parted Medium Waves
When you fill your shoulder-length mane with large sultry waves, all that’s needed for styling is a simple center part. To take your look up another notch, consider a light blonde ombre or balayage.
Pastel Pink Wavy Lob
Flirty and feminine are the vibes we’re getting from the gorgeous light pink hair color seen here. The color will accentuate a combination of wavy and straight hair parted off-center.
Voluminous Deep Side-Parted Silver Lob
If you’re struggling with thin or fine hair, part it heavily off-center and use a curling iron to get waves. Both will give you a gorgeous boost of volume. Class up that hair color with a youthful silver mixed with light brown.
Classic 1940s Victory Rolls
If vintage and classic are your preferred hairstyles, you’ll love these smooth victory rolls! They’re centered close to the face and lead the way to chin-length waves.
Curly Messy Bun with a Bandana Wrap
For those days when you just want your thick curly hair off your shoulders, gather it up into a messy bun. Wrap it with a colorful or printed bandana to style in a hurry.
Romantic Mid-Length Waterfall Braid
Intricate braids don’t have to take forever to style. This waterfall braid takes only minutes for just the top half of your hair and is pretty enough in a low ponytail.
Playful Medium-Length Space Buns
If you have long or medium-length hair and you haven’t tried space buns, add them to the list! These beauties will instantly bring out your fun, playful side.
Vibrant Multi-Colored Shoulder-Length Cut
Experimenting with hair color is exhilarating. Get your thrill by trying bright rainbow hair colors! Since the color is built in, you can be ready to go with just a simple middle part.
Face-Framing Layers with Soft Side Bangs
Bangs have no age limit, so if you’re an older woman looking for some fringe, try side bangs or curtain bangs to go with your medium hair. Short layers up top will provide pretty volume.
Dreamy Pastel Wavy Lob
Adding pastel shades to hair is a classy way of trying hair color without it being too major of a change. We love this pastel pink on soft medium waves.
Modern Textured Shag with Curtain Bangs
Be both flirty and edgy with a shaggy medium haircut featuring curtain bangs. The more layers your stylist cuts in, the easier it will be to get the pumped-up texture.
70s-Inspired Feathered Medium Layers
Another beautiful hairstyle for manes that are thin or fine is long layers. These make hair look fuller in a flash. You can even load up the ends with waves or large curls.
Sleek Platinum Lob with Face-Framing Angles
White or platinum blonde with a bit of turquoise on top makes for a medium bob that is ready for summer! To help with face-framing, add shorter pieces around your temples.
Bold Platinum to Rainbow Ombre
To help bright rainbow colors stand out in your hair, make the top part of your hair a very light or platinum blonde. Whether you go with ombre or peek-a-boo highlights, all eyes will be drawn to your hair.
Casual Low Pigtails for Medium Hair
Pigtails are an adorable hairstyle no matter your age. Whether you color hair in a vibrant shade or leave it natural, this low-maintenance look is never a bad choice.
Sleek A-Line Cut with Piecey Fringe
While you could leave your hair one length, it would be even cuter with an asymmetrical or A-line cut. Add short piecey bangs to make a perfect face-framing hairstyle.
Edgy Copper Razored Lob
No one will mistake your hairstyle for anything other than edgy when you opt for a razor cut and a bright color like copper. These shades look especially hot on women with a light skin tone.
Vibrant Crimson Wavy Lob
Take the weight out of your mane by thinning it out to a shoulder-length haircut in bold red. Choppy layers up top mix perfectly with thin bangs and a wavy body.
Gorgeous Mid-Length Natural Afro
Women with naturally curly afro hair know the difficulty of finding the right haircut. However, the shoulder length is the most recommended hair length for this type of hair. The beauty of natural afro curls is perfectly showcased with a shoulder-length cut. The hair is usually parted in the middle, and the sides are layered which gives the hair nice form.
This mid-length hairstyle is appropriate for every occasion – both casual and elegant ones. There is always the possibility to add some hair accessories that can complement the entire look. This hairstyle is popular among the younger generation, although many women who love to show off their natural curls go for this look.
Protective Shoulder-Grazing Box Braids
The braided bob is a gorgeous protective style that can be done on either curly or straight hair. These protective box braids look incredibly chic when styled to shoulder-length. The entire hair is separated and divided into equal parts. From every part, the hair is braided to the ends.
The hairstyle is separated by the main and middle part which gives direction to the entire look. Braiding can also be done with the addition of colorful hair accessories. This is a typical girly look and is best for casual and every day occasions.
Trendy Half-Up Braided Crown
Half buns are always a great choice for spicing up a look and making it more fashionable and cooler. The braided half bun comes from an already braided hair. For the bun to look more beautiful it is better for the braids to be thinner.
Depending on the length of the hair, some braids will be longer, some shorter, but they will provide a nice shoulder-length hairstyle. This look is very popular among ‘It girls’, fashionistas, and bloggers.
Curly High Ponytail with a Bandana
The medium curly hair can be pulled up in a pony. The pony, however, will be short, curly and round. A nice addition to the high up pony is the bandana. Bandanas are popular as hair accessories and although they are fashionable, their practical use is to keep the hair on the front in place.
Bandanas offer a casual, relaxed style and can be worn by women of all ages. Their popularity and use are extremely accented during the summer season as a beach accessory.
Romantic Interlocking Braided Updo
The half braided updo on shoulder-length hair comes as a combination of two interlocking braids. The hair doesn’t have to be parted; it can simply be pulled straight back. From both sides, two wide braids come interlocking right in the middle at the back. The ends of the braid are curled in soft locks, as well as the rest of the hair.
The updo can be accented with hairspray that will give it more volume. This romantic hairstyle is perfect for any occasion, especially for weddings and celebrations. It suits all ages.
Elegant Low Messy Chignon
This style can be worn as a relaxed messy bun or a sleek low ballerina bun. Whichever it is, the hairstyle is chic and trendy. Suitable for official and elegant occasions, this hairstyle is appropriate for all women. If the mid-length hair is layered, then the hairstyle is even more beautiful.
Part the hair in the middle, with the short strands falling to the sides. With the addition of some fancy jewelry, the hairstyle will stand out. Women of all ages can try it as a timeless hairstyle.
Classic Medium Bob with Blunt Bangs
The medium bob is a length that comes somewhere between the shoulders and the ears. It looks good on straight or wavy hair. The bangs on this hair length can appear as a blunt or curtain bangs.
The best way to wear this bob is with soft or medium beach waves – great for everyone, anywhere.
Edgy Medium Hair with Hidden Nape Undercut
The neck undercut is popular lately among the younger generation of women. It is an edgy and bold look that comes as a striking contrast to medium-length hair. For the undercut to show, the hair is usually worn pulled up in a bun, pony, or a top knot.
Bouncy Curls with Edgy Micro Bangs
The focal point of this look is the baby bangs. They are straight, short and blunt. They come over the forehead and continue to the sides while blending with the rest of the hair.
The curly hair, in this case, is pulled back in a curly messy pony. The baby bangs are a choice for the younger generation.
Shoulder-Length Bohemian Locs
The medium-length hair is also a great base for creating locs. Locs, originating from the African American community, have become a trendy hairstyle for women of all ages.
They can be worn just plainly let down. They present a Boho and casual style and they can also come in the faux dreads version too.
Wavy Rose Gold Ombre Lob
Ombre, as one of the most popular hair coloring techniques for the past few years, comes on all hair lengths. The mid-shoulder length is also a perfect hair length for showing off some interesting ombre.
For a better effect, the hair can be cut shorter at the back and longer on the front. With subtle waves and vibrant hair color, the hairstyle will be fabulous.
Dimensional Brunette Balayage Waves
Another very popular hair coloring technique is the upgraded version of the ombre – the balayage. The gradual change of color with vertical highlights fits the mid-length hairstyles greatly because it visually presents them as long.
The balayage is a perfect hairstyle for women who want to make a trendy and fashionable change. The soft beach waves will accent the balayage even more.
Chunky Asymmetrical Side Dutch Braid
Adding a big side braid in the hairstyle is a lovely addition for the boring everyday looks. The braid is an accessory that makes every hairstyle more beautiful. On the shoulder-length hair, the side braid comes only from one side and ends hidden under the rest of the hair. Any hair accessories can make the side even more dominant.
Daring Side-Shaved Medium Curls
Like the neck undercut, the shaved side is also a bold and daring haircut for women. The shaved part starts just above the forehead and opens to the side and continues to the back.
The shaved section extends high up the sides, meeting the curly medium hair near the top. This is a look for the women who want to leave an impression of a strong, daring and fierce attitude and personality.
Shoulder-Length Natural Two-Strand Twists
They look similar to locs, but they are created by twisting two strands of hair around each other. This is a fantastic protective style for natural hair that saves time on everyday styling.
The twists can be worn just let down, in a half bun or a pony. This type of protective style is universally flattering for women of all ages.
High-Contrast Split-Dye Medium Cut
This two-toned hairstyle comes with the vertical separation of color. The border that divides the two colors is the middle part. The more eccentric the colors are, the more dominant the hairstyle is. This current option presents a color combination between blonde and green, but you can easily try any other color.
These kinds of shades tend to fade very quickly and lose their color, so keep in mind that regular color touch-ups are a must to keep it looking vibrant. If the hairstyle features French bangs, they also blend in the entire look – each half comes in a different color.
Straight Lob with Eyelash-Skimming Bangs
Straight, eyelash-skimming bangs are always a wonderful addition to a hairstyle, which is slightly curly on the ends. The only downside of this option is that the bangs need to be styled at least every other day.
Smooth Crown with Textured Bottom Waves
If you have straight hair but want to add some volume to it without spending a long time with the flat iron, you can create low waves. The contrast between the straight top and the low waves looks very stylish.
Sleek A-Line Collarbone Bob
This medium length haircut is a great choice for women with straight and fine hair. It allows you to sport long locks while adding some volume in the back. However, it can be difficult to pull this angled length into a ponytail.
Blended Long Layers for Medium Hair
Long layers are a simple way to add some volume to your shoulder-length haircut. However, heavy layers can sometimes make it trickier to pull your hair into a sleek updo. Use the flat iron to give this haircut some volume.
Soft Romantic Shoulder-Length Waves
Anytime you feel you need to add some romance to your image, the waves can do the job. Whether you do them along the full length of your hair or just on the bottom, the result is bound to impress.
Angled Cut with Sweeping Asymmetrical Fringe
Asymmetrical cuts are highly requested in salons right now, making it the perfect time to try the trend. If you prefer a low-effort styling routine, drawing attention to a sweeping asymmetrical fringe is an easy way to make a striking statement.
Effortless Lob with Soft Wispy Fringe
Wispy bangs are always a great addition to any hairstyle if you style them the right way. The longer the bangs are, the harder they are to take care of and the more interesting and appealing they look.
Voluminous Teased Wavy Lob
The secret to making teased waves look beautiful instead of messy is to keep the top of the hair straight. If you have wavy locks, use a flat iron to straighten them out the top. If your locks are straight, curl up the bottom.
Edgy Disconnected Asymmetrical Lob
A couple of long strands look fantastic with a medium-length bob. This haircut doesn’t need too much maintenance. It looks special no matter how you style it. Sometimes a couple of thin strands can make a huge difference.
Elegant Twisted Low Updo
This low hair twist can look especially stunning if you slightly curl the hair. This way you can add some volume. When you are done twisting the lower part, make sure to secure it well with bobby pins and hair spray.
Relaxed Twisted Half-Updo
This hairdo looks appealing but it might need constant touchups. It’s a good choice for people with shorter hair, who can’t achieve any stunning updos but still want their hair secured in the back.
Flattering Medium Hairstyles for Oval-Faced Women
Medium hairstyles are easy to maintain. They make hair appear healthy and bouncy while creating the perfect face frame. We have handpicked some blissful medium hairstyles for women with oval faces.
Sharp Angled Lob for Oval Faces
Balance out your rounded outlines and soft angles with a sharp lob that starts short at the back and elongates toward the front. Skip layers for a stylish healthy-looking mane.
An off-center parting perfectly highlights the symmetry of an oval face.
Volume-Boosting Curl-by-Curl Mid-Length Cut
Creating volume and bounce around an oblong face prevents it from appearing too slender. Curly beauties can get a Deva haircut, where each coil is cut individually to fall flawlessly around the face.
Throw in some highlights for a subtle glow that won’t be ignored.
Retro Flipped Lob with Micro Fringe
Widen that narrow chin of yours by creating a movement around it with layers. Flip out the ends with a good blowout for a retro-chic appeal.
Blunt micro bangs help partly conceal a wide forehead while diverting all the focus toward your gorgeous brows and eyes.
Relaxed Choppy Beach Waves
While very short, blunt crops can sometimes look harsh, women with oval faces shine in this relaxed, choppy lob.
Ask for a long bob with choppy layers and loose beach waves. Hand-tousle the strands on one side to fall over the eye for a mystic vibe, and done!
Elegant Bridal Half-Updo
There are so many styles that oval-faced brides with mid-length tresses can try. Take this look as an example that features curls arranged in a half updo with a head jewel on top.
Opt for sleek side bangs to add a little asymmetry to the face.
Playful Dutch Boxer Braids
Open up your beautiful oval face with these adorable pigtails. Carve out a center part and plait both sides into Dutch or French braids.
Loosen up the chunks for a soft appeal, or knit the hair tightly to end up with statement boxer braids.
Voluminous Rounded Natural Curls
African-American ladies can put their unruly curls on full display by layering them into a rounded shape with or without bangs.
Scrunch the hair by applying a good curl-defining product on your hands and allow it to fluff up, adding width to an otherwise oblong face.
Vibrant Red Stacked A-Line Bob
This quirky long bob is a go-to medium hairstyle for women with oval faces who wish to get rid of their long tresses. The piled-up layers at the back elongate at an angle towards the front.
A vibrant hair color like this cardinal red one is ideal to set your new haircut on fire.
Center-Parted Point-Cut Layers
Point-cut layers focus all the texture on the ends while helping strands of varying lengths to blend seamlessly together.
Try them on a shoulder-grazing lob with a simple middle part that helps break down the bluntness of your oval-shaped face. A natural-looking balayage is worth a shot too.
Glamorous Vintage Hollywood Ringlets
Modern fashionistas of today can bring some drama into their lives with Hollywood-style ringlet curls. The result will be a bouncy round mane that creates the illusion of a circular face rather than an oblong one.
Use an ample amount of hairspray to keep the strands in place all day.
Side-Swept Afro with Blonde Tips
Side parts work really well with oval faces. Black ladies can layer their medium afro curls and part them to cascade along the sides of their faces.
Take a step ahead and lighten down the tips into any shade of blonde, or try a vibrant color instead. Zero regrets guaranteed!
Vivid Asymmetrical Purple Lob
Accent your perfectly symmetrical face with a not-so-symmetrical medium-length crop. The trick is simple; keep one side slightly longer than the other, with or without layers.
Express your wild side with a violet-to-lilac ombre look and you’ll definitely love it. Blending is the key!
High-Fashion Wet-Look Slick Back
An oval face shape is highly versatile. Highlight your symmetry with a super easy wet slicked-back hairstyle.
Apply a hefty amount of gel on wet hair and brush it back. Can’t get any simpler!
Soft Pink Ombre Collarbone Waves
If getting a medium-length haircut isn’t enough, pair it with a unique hair shade to make a style statement.
An ombre look gives you the freedom to play around with different tones. Consider getting a rose pink gradient that lightens towards the tips, with the emerging dark roots adding up to the style.
Trendy Bottleneck Lob with Highlights
Bottleneck bobs/lobs feature middle-parted curtain bangs that blend in seamlessly with the remaining layers.
This medium hairstyle is perfect for senior ladies, as it conceals the corners of a wide forehead while accentuating the eyes. Add some silver highlights to achieve a gorgeous salt and pepper mane.
Ideal Medium Hairstyles for Square-Shaped Faces
Shoulder-grazing hairstyles can elongate square faces taking away the attention from a powerful jawline. Below we have listed some gorgeous medium hairstyles for women with square faces.
Face-Framing Curly Lob with Curtain Bangs
Short haircuts, especially the ones above the chin, are a big no in the case of a square face. Lengthen it instead with a lob sitting on the shoulders and add bouncy curls for a refreshing appeal. Throw in some sweet curtain bangs to further balance out your harsh outlines.
Low-Maintenance Soft Perm for Square Faces
Adding height on top and narrowness along the sides can prove to be beneficial for women with box-like faces.
Achieve both with a low-maintenance wavy perm that’ll give you lasting texture for three to six months. Brighten up your look further with some pretty blonde highlights and that’s it!
Deep Side-Parted Wispy Layers
Straight haircuts don’t suit square faces as both appear equally blunt and boring. If you still wish for a relatively basic style consider getting wispy layers near the ends and sport a deep side part with the hair covering those sharp corners while adding a little asymmetry to the face.
Highlighted Voluminous Kinky Curls
The bigger the mane, the smaller your face will appear. Curly beauties can liven up their look by layering their kinky coils to cascade in a subtle round shape. Experiment with bangs and caramel highlights on top for an instant glow-up.
Edgy Razored Medium Shag
Messy shags are a to-go medium hairstyle for square-faced women who are more into no-care laid-back looks. Razoring results in choppy layers and jagged ends resulting in an edgy texture that is difficult to ignore. Soften your harsh facial outline further with defined waves and fringe bangs.
Bold Split-Dye Middle Part
It is amazing how a simple middle parting can create the illusion of length on a short broad face. Soften a strong, angular jawline with a medium-length bob and flipped-in ends. Play around with the split dye technique to achieve a funky two-toned mane with your favorite colors.
Badass Pop Smoke Braids with Undercut
Mixed-race ladies can make a style statement by rocking Pop Smoke braids that, in simple words, are stitch-in cornrows with an iconic middle part.
Though the corners of your broad forehead might become prominent, the buzzed sides and appropriate length of the braids will still make your face appear slim and smart.
Face-Slimming Modern Wolf Cut
The wolf cut is more of a long shaggy mullet featuring short choppy layers on top and longer ones along the sides and back.
The result is a face-framing cut with volume on top and tapering towards the ends that drags down a short square face for a slender look.
Elegant Shoulder-Length Cut with Fluid Layers
Breathe some life into your basic shoulder-length tresses with minimal layers to achieve the necessary movement and texture.
Ask for wispy ends and avoid tucking the strands behind your ears. Instead, use them to conceal all sharp corners and angles of the face. A natural-looking blonde ombre is worth a shot too!
Old Hollywood Glam Pinned Waves
Women with square faces can steal the show at formal events with this vintage medium hairstyle. Add tight curls midway to the ends and pin back one side with a sleek side part covering the other side of the face. Top off with bold red lips, smoky eyes, and chic earrings.
When looking for medium hairstyles for women with square faces, prefer getting flowy layers, bouncy waves and curls, and volume at the roots.
Modern Medium Hairstyles for Heart-Shaped Faces
Make your twinkling eyes and killer cheekbones the center of attention by rocking a refreshing shoulder-length hairstyle for women with heart faces.
Flowing Jaw-Skimming Soft Layers
Achieving the perfect balance is the ultimate objective to make your heart face truly stand out.
Opt for soft layers sitting on the shoulders to add movement and body around the lower narrow part of the face. Wear the mane loose with a simple side parting.
Sleek Center-Parted Blunt Lob
Lobs are a great medium hairstyle for women with heart-shaped faces. These long bobs have taken all other haircuts by storm and for all the right reasons too.
Get a blunt chop with soft waves and rock an off-center part to add some softness to your otherwise sharp facial outline.
Voluminous Bottom-Heavy Bouncy Curls
Big bouncy curls with subtle layers are the best shot for curly beauties with heart faces.
Consider getting highlights or lighten down your entire mane to a sandy blonde shade that looks exceptional with medium skin tones. Sweep down the edges with a barely-there side part and done.
Deep Side-Flipped Voluminous Lob
A chic side flip is just perfect to narrow down your top part while breaking down the harshness of that narrow chin.
It will also give an instant volume boost in the case of fine tresses. Lastly, no matter what hair texture you have, layers are a must!
Teased Crown with Bombshell Waves
A voluminous hairstyle comes in handy when trying to conceal wider parts of the face or making its narrower portions appear broader.
Tease your crown region to achieve a volume boost on top with sexy bombshell curls on the remaining hair falling on both sides of the face.
Classic Blunt Chop with Flipped Ends
Maintain a smart look with a simple blunt haircut for the tresses to fall anywhere near the shoulders.
Flip out the ends for a subtle retro appeal and carve out a side part to add some asymmetry to the face. How about trying some bangs too?
Romantic Bridal Waves with a Headband
Here’s a medium wedding hairstyle for women with heart faces who are brides-to-be.
Balance a wider upper face with a middle parting and soft waves that are subtly pinned back with some tendrils framing the face. Complete the look with an embellished headband and see jaws drop when you say ‘I do’.
Bridal Medium Length hairstyle Tutorial
Messy Tousled Layers with a Deep Side Part
When getting a new haircut, it is best to work with your natural texture to avoid regular heat styling.
Ladies with a wavy or curly texture can try medium-length layers with a deep side part to hide their widow’s peak if present. Tease and tousle the tresses for a messy yet sexy appeal.
Sun-Kissed Balayage Beach Waves
Want an instant on-the-beach look? Consider getting a choppy lob with a blonde balayage for those naturally dark roots to lighten seamlessly towards the ends.
Add beach waves or opt for a low-maintenance wavy perm that’ll last for a few weeks without much care. Simply sexy!
Popular Medium Hairstyles for Women with Round Faces
Round faces feature beautiful, soft curves. Don’t settle for an outdated haircut when the right medium-length style can effortlessly highlight your best features and visually elongate your face.
This collection of medium hairstyles for women with round faces offers fresh ways to highlight your features and create a more elongated shape.
Soft Wavy Half-Up Ponytail
Even on the thinnest hair, lots of soft waves are the easiest and quickest way to give your locks the body they’re craving. Gathering the top half of the hair in a low pony will help the hair look even fuller.
Romantic Face-Elongating Spiral Curls
Another beautiful hairstyle for thin locks on those special occasions is this blonde beauty. The hair is left down and loose, but large spiral curls are brushed out to become soft and romantic. All you need to do is top it off with a jeweled headpiece!
Floral Braided Half-Crown Updo
Whether your expertise is traditional Dutch braids, fishtail braids, or French braids, they’ll all work for dressing up thin hair. In this half updo, you can fill the bottom half of the hair with waves. Up top, tuck in your favorite flowers at the braid for flirty detail.
Playful Low Pigtails with Face-Framing Bangs
If you’ve ever needed a sign to try bangs, consider this it! Long straight bangs are the perfect way to disguise a round face. Wear hair down or make two low and cute perky ponytails.
Voluminous Tight Curls for Glasses
Are you sporting glasses on your round face? Spiraled curls add beautiful texture and volume that perfectly complement the soft curves of a round face. Wear hair down or gather the top half in a loose ponytail.
Face-Elongating Vertical Medium Layers
If you want your hair to look a bit more voluminous and neat, consider making layers. Girls with round faces should go for the longest layers possible. They will have an elongating effect.
Face-Framing Loose Medium Waves
If you are a big fan of waves, make sure they are pretty long. Short waves and curls should be forgotten by girls with round faces. They visually increase the roundness of any face.
Asymmetrical Stacked Long Bob (Lob)
A long bob is a good choice of hairstyle for girls with round faces. In order to make it more effective, opt for making the frontal strands longer than the back. A stacked bob is a great choice.
Neatly Styled Structured Curly Bob
A short and curly bob is a great idea for women whose face shape borders on oval. It looks very good when styled neatly. Keep in mind that this structured curly cut requires a bit of daily styling and hydration to maintain its neat shape.
Shoulder-length hairstyles are much easier to maintain and to style than long hairstyles. Although the hair is not particularly long, it is just enough for many hairstyle changes and various styling options.
With medium hair, you will always look neat and trendy. These hairstyles offer women a great chance to play around with their locks. You can try any of the above hairstyles to give yourself a chance to appear stunning while keeping the care to a minimum.
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FAQs
Yes, medium-length hairstyles suit all shapes of faces. If you have a round face, use a straight or minimally wavy hairstyle with curtain bangs that blend with the lengths of the hair.
Yes, as long as you’re able to add layers so that your hair doesn’t look boxy or unfeminine.
The bluntness of lobs and bobs creates volume at the ends of the hair that spreads to the mid-lengths, making blunt haircuts perfect for thin hair. The length you choose will depend on your face shape. If you have an oval or round face shape, the bob should end just under chin length.
If you have a long face or a square face, try a lob that is just over shoulder-length. Wherever the blunt haircut ends is the area where you’ll have an emphasis on your face or neck.
Short hair generally falls above the collarbone. Medium hair typically ranges from shoulder-length down to the top of the chest or armpits.
Shoulder-length hair tends to look more feminine than shorter haircuts, so it can make you look younger. That’s as long as it has a decent amount of volume. If it is very thin, it could make you look older.
A one-inch sized barrel is perfect for curling medium-length hair.