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Best Hairstyles for aDouble Chin
The best hairstyles for a double chin, for women and men, with why length below the jaw works, which styles to be careful with, and how a beard can help.
Hairover Team
The best hairstyles for a double chin end below the jawline, add a little height on top, and keep the focus on your eyes and cheekbones. A long bob and soft layers are the most reliable choices. And there’s nothing that needs hiding. This guide is simply for anyone who would like more balance through the jaw and neck.
What helps
Length below the jaw. Ends that fall past the chin draw the eye down and lengthen the neck. A hard line right at the jaw does the opposite.
Height at the crown. A little lift on top adds vertical length to your face.
Soft pieces around the face. Face-framing layers draw attention to your cheekbones and eyes.
Off-center parts. A diagonal line breaks up the width of the lower face. See center part vs. side part.
Hairstyles for women
Long bob. Ending at or below the collarbone, with a longer front. See bob vs. lob.
A-line bob. Shorter at the back, longer at the front. Keep the front below your jaw. See A-line vs. inverted bobs.
Long layers. Start the layers below your chin, so they do not add width at the jaw. See layered haircuts for long hair.
Soft shag. Crown volume lifts the eye upward. See shag haircut ideas.
Pixie with height. A short cut can work surprisingly well, because it draws attention upward and shows your neck. Add height and a side-swept fringe. See pixie cut ideas.
Half-up styles. These add height at the crown, while the hair below softens your neckline.
Hairstyles for men
Textured quiff. Height at the front lengthens your face. See textured crop vs. quiff.
Short sides with volume on top. A fade or taper keeps your head looking leaner. See fade vs. taper.
Side part with a low taper. A smart, balanced option.
A beard. A well-shaped one can define your jaw. See below.
Beard tips
A beard can make a real difference if it’s shaped carefully.
- Set the neckline correctly. Imagine a curve from behind your ear to about one to two fingers above your Adam’s apple, and shave below that.
- Don’t let it creep up. A neckline along the jawbone highlights the area below it.
- Keep it fuller at the chin. This adds length.
- Fade the neck edge, rather than cutting a hard line.
Our guide to beard styles by face shape goes into more detail.
What to be careful with
None of these are off limits, but they tend to draw attention to the jawline:
- Blunt cuts that end right at the jaw or chin
- Heavy, rounded volume at chin level
- Very tight, slicked-back styles with no height
- Chin-length curls that add width right at the jaw
Beyond the haircut
Glasses, earrings, and necklines can also lift or lengthen. Try longer earrings and open necklines, and see hairstyles with glasses if you wear frames.
Sudden changes to the area under your chin, especially if there’s swelling or pain, are worth mentioning to a doctor.
Related guides
Find your balance on your own photo
Where a cut ends makes a real difference, and a few inches can change your whole look. Upload a clear photo to Hairover, get a hair analysis, and try hairstyles on your own face in Style Studio.
FAQ
What is the best haircut to hide a double chin?
A long bob or long layers that fall past the collarbone are the most reliable. They add vertical lines, and they don't draw a hard line right at the chin.
Can I wear a bob with a double chin?
Yes, if it ends below the jaw rather than right on it. A slightly longer front, as in an A-line, adds length through the neck.
Do beards hide a double chin?
A well-shaped beard can help. Keep the neckline in the right place, so that it defines your jaw rather than running under it. A short boxed beard is usually a good start.
