30 Face-Framing Layers Haircut Ideas

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Andrew Fitzsimons is a celebrity hairstylist whose clients include Kim Kardashian and Alessandra Ambrosio.
Roz Murray is a hairstylist and educator at Bumble and bumble in New York City.

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Short Face-Framing Layers

Taylor Swift’s lived-in curls are casually thrown up in a half-up, half-down 'do with face-framing layers left out to define her face. Hairstylist Roz Murray says that leaving the shorter bits out front also allows for more volume when the hair is blown out.

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Sleek Face-Framing Layers

Fitzsimons says that one of the best benefits of face-framing layers is how low-maintenance they are. “[They] require minimal upkeep due to the fact that they eventually grow back to blend in with the rest of your hair. If you want them back, all you have to do is take a quick trip to your stylist,” he says. This sleek blowout on Selena Gomez makes for a stunning 'do.

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Face-Framing Tendrils

Face-framing layers can elevate a chic updo. Case in point — these piecey tendrils on Shay Mitchell. Fitzsimons says that if you want to keep your layers from growing out, you should schedule regular trims once every six to eight weeks.

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Face-Framing Natural Curls

Megan Thee Stallion Wears Naturally Curly Face-Framing Layers — Getty Images

Layers are especially stunning on natural curls. “Face-framing layers can add an effortless effect to natural-textured hair,” says Murray. Our girl Meg looks so chic with her curly bangs showcasing her features.

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Face-Framing Beachy Waves

Ana de Armas wears beachy waves for face-framing layers — Getty Images

If you want to add some grit and volume, opt for beachy waves for your face-framing layers. Ana de Armas' deep-chocolate layers look effortlessly chic.

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Wet, Face-Framing Layers

Stephanie Hsu wears piecey layers — Getty Images

Take some inspo from Stephanie Hsu and dress up your face-framing layers with the wet hair look. Murray says that the “piecey-ness” is crucial to this look and recommends using a product like the Bb.Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil.

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Wispy Face-Framing Layers

There’s nothing like styling your face-framing layers in a half-up, half-down look. Jenna Ortega’s wispy bangs echo the rest of her layers quite nicely.

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Loose, Face-Framing Bends

Jennifer Lopez wears loose bends face-framing layers — Getty Images

Whether you're rocking natural waves or heat tool-powered ones, face-framing layers add a lot to a look. Jennifer Lopez’s sleek, wavy texture pairs beautifully with golden highlights.

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Blown-Out Layers

Suki Waterhouse wears blown out face-framing layers — Getty Images

Suki Waterhouse’s curtain bangs and face-framing layers give her hair volume and bounce. Plus, the bright blonde highlights add extra dimension and shimmer.

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Voluminous Face-Framing Layers

Kerry Washington wears '70s Afro with face-framing layers — Getty Images

Let your natural curls out and wear them in a voluminous Afro like Kerry Washington. This ‘70s-inspired look has subtle layers throughout to add volume.

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Edgy Rocker Vibes

Miley Cyrus wears a edgy rocker face-framing layers — Getty Images

Miley Cyrus texturizes her face-framing layers for a rocker edge. Plus, we’re totally vibing with the two-toned shades.

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'90s Layered Updo

Kim Kardasian wears face-framing layers with an updo — Getty Images

Murray is a huge fan of styling your face-framing layers in a '90s-inspired updo, as seen here on Kim Kardashian. “They add a lot of movement to the hairstyle and versatility to styling, especially when wearing the hair up,” she says. “They can be pulled down to add wispiness around the face."

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The Modern "Rachel" Layers

Jennifer Aniston wears modern version of "The Rachel" cut with face-framing layers — Getty Images

Arguably the queen of this look, Jennifer Aniston is the original face-framing layers trendsetter. Here, she wears her signature look in a sleek blowout and with sparkling blonde highlights to brighten her overall shade.

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Side-Swept Curly Layers

Halle Berry wears shorty curly face-framing layers — Getty Images

Face-framing layers aren’t only for long hair; you can rock them just as easily with short hair. Halle Berry’s short curls are layered and fall over one eye for a modern twist on the side bang.

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Beachy Face-Framing Waves

Jessica Biehl wears highlighted face-framing layers — Getty Images

Another win for beachy texture, Jessica Biel’s layers are given voluminous bends. We especially love the subtle blonde highlights that contrast nicely against her deep brunette base.

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Romantic Layers

Phoebe Bridgers wear romantic rocker face-framing layers — Getty Images

Phoebe Bridgers' soft and wispy layers add some romance to her updo. Wisps of her lavender-gray layers are left out front to frame her face.

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Bombshell Layers

Gigi Hadid wears deep side part face-framing layers — Getty Images

To add even more volume to your face-framing layers, give your hair a deep side part. Gigi Hadid goes full blonde bombshell by sweeping her front layers over to one side for an ultra-glam look.

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Shaggy, Wet-Look Layers

Cara Delevigne wears a wet shag with face-framing layers — Getty Images

Part shag and part wet hair, Cara Delevingne’s face-framing layers proves she’s the ultimate cool girl. Plus, you can never go wrong with a silver white bob.

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Subtle, Piece-y Layers

Sienna Miller wears subtle face-framing layers — Getty Images

Sienna Miller’s effortless updo is quiet luxury. Face-framing layers pulled out in soft wisps make for a subtly chic look.

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Deep Side Part Layers

Ciara wears a deep side part for face-framing layers — Getty Images

As demonstrated by Ciara, face-framing layers add even more drama to long, luscious hair.

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Layered, Brushed-Out Curls

Beyonce wears voluminous curls and face-framing layers — Getty Images

Beyoncé can do no wrong on the hair front, but her face-framing layers are always a top look in our book. She wears her voluminous curls layered and brushed out to give them more body and movement.

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Long, Face-Framing Layers

Kaia Gerber wears quiet face-framing layers — Getty Images

Simple and understated in the best way possible, Kaia Gerber's layers are curled just at the ends for some bounce. Caramel highlights woven throughout really brighten everything up.

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Long, Bouncy Layers

Emily Ratajkowski wears bouncy layers — Getty Images

This look on Emily Ratajkowski is giving retro-chic glam. Her curtain bangs are paired with big, voluminous curls for the ultimate going-out style.

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Hot Pink Layers

Taraji P. Henson wears barbiecore face-framing layers — Getty Images

We are living for this hot pink Barbiecore moment alone. But Taraji P. Henson’s curly, layered mane just adds to the majorness.

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Glossy, Swept-Up Layers

Ashley Graham wears wet face-framing layers — Getty Images

The wet-hair look is all the more versatile with face-framing layers. Take notes from Ashley Graham and her fresh take on a '90s updo.

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Slight Face-Framing Bends

Meghan Markle wears slightly bended face-framing layers — Getty Images

You don’t have to do much to make an impact with face-framing layers. Just look at Meghan Markle, who wears hers long and bent slightly at the ends to stunning effect.

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Sleek and Straight Layers

Nicole Kidman wears sleek and straight face-framing layers — Getty Images

The queen of bombshell hair, Nicole Kidman uses face-framing layers to add oomph to her chest-grazing lengths.

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Fringe Layers

Bangs and face-framing layers are an unstoppable combination. Johnson wears her signature fringe with caramel highlights and long layers for added volume.

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Fanned-Out Layers

Angela Bassett wears a classic blown out face-framing layers — Getty Images

Fitzsimons says one of his favorite ways to style a face-framing layer cut is with the classic blowout, as seen here on Angela Bassett. “It adds volume and bounce to the look, and it is so easy to accomplish,” he says. You’ll want to use a volumizing spray like Andrew Fitzsimons Body Volume Blowdry Spray to give hair shape and body.

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Blunt and Graphic Layers

Natasha Lyonne wears blunt cut face-framing layers — Getty Images

Leave it to Natasha Lyonne to really spice things up. Her blunt bangs and graphic layers make for a unique and dynamic spin on this look — and we’re obsessed.

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