Bunch of Medium Length Haircuts Chubby Face

Let’s be real. If your face is on the rounder side like mine, and I mean cheeks for days, then you already know not every haircut is gonna do you any favors. I’ve made peace with the fact that my face isn’t angular or sharp or any of that. But I also wanted a haircut that didn’t make me feel like a potato. Medium length turned out to be kind of perfect.

Why Medium Hair Works (At Least It Did for Me)

Too short, and my cheeks pop like marshmallows. Too long, and everything drags down. Medium length is like that weird in-between where you’ve got just enough room to play with shape without committing to a full-on mane or a boyish chop.

Feeling bold? The modern mullet fade blends longer flow with tapered edges—perfect for balancing out fuller cheeks.

I’ve found that when the cut hits around the collarbone or just above the shoulders, it balances my face out. It gives structure without making my face look even fuller.

Not All Layers Are Created Equal

This took me a while to figure out. Some stylists love giving you layers that start way up by the ears. Don’t do that. It just makes everything poof out—especially if your hair’s thick like mine. Ask for longer layers, like the ones that start around your jaw or collarbone. They fall nicer, feel lighter, and don’t widen your face.

Also—movement is your friend. You want layers that move, not just sit there like a mushroom cap.

Middle Part? Maybe. Side Part? Always Safe.

Okay, so I’ve tried the middle part thing. Sometimes it works—especially if you’ve got texture in your hair or beachy waves or whatever. But straight middle parts on round faces can go wrong real fast. Side parts, though? Pretty much never fail.

The French crop haircut is another underrated winner for rounder faces—short fringe, clean sides, and just enough texture up top.

You don’t need a deep swoop or anything dramatic. Even a slightly off-center part can help break up the roundness.

Waves > Straight Hair, Most Days

There’s just something about straight hair that makes my face look wider. Not always, but if it’s totally flat? Yeah, not helping. I usually go for heatless waves or a lazy twist-bun overnight to get that “I didn’t try hard” look. Texture gives your haircut movement and shape without making it bulky.

Also, if you’re using a curling iron—don’t overdo it. You want bends, not full-on prom curls.

Bangs? Proceed With Major Caution

I love bangs on other people. On me? They’re risky. Blunt bangs can make my face look shorter and wider, which is not the vibe. But curtain bangs—that kind that part in the middle and taper off into the rest of the hair—they’re different. They kind of work like contouring, but with hair.

Shoulder-Grazing Lobs Are the MVP

If you’re ever in doubt, go for a lob. It’s long enough to tie back, short enough to feel like a haircut, and if you style it right, it can be super flattering. Add some long layers, maybe some texture at the ends, and boom—your face doesn’t feel like the center of the universe anymore.

Balayage? Yep, It Helps More Than You Think

So technically this isn’t a cut thing, but highlights or balayage that frame the face can do WONDERS. I got subtle pieces painted in a few months ago and it instantly lifted everything. It adds dimension without making it obvious. No chunky streaks. Just a soft glow around the cheeks.

Don’t Let It Sit Too Flat

The fastest way to make your round face look… rounder? Flat hair with no volume. I always add some lift at the crown or flip the ends out a bit. It doesn’t have to be huge volume, just enough so the sides don’t pancake around your cheeks.

Real Talk: There’s No “Fix” for a Round Face

Look, you don’t need a haircut to hide your face shape. That’s not what this is. It’s just about finding a shape that feels good on you. If you want short hair? Do it. Just tweak it to fit your vibe. Hair’s not a fix. It’s just an accessory with scissors involved.

FAQs

• Do round faces always need layers?
  Not always, but layers usually help soften things. Just don’t overdo them.
• Can chubby faces pull off bangs at all?
  Yes, but go for curtain or wispy bangs. Avoid heavy straight-across ones unless you really know what you’re doing.
• Middle part or side part—what’s better?
  Side part’s safer. Middle part can work but only with the right hair texture.
• Is medium length better than long or short?
  For me? 100%. It’s balanced. Long hair can weigh everything down. Short hair can be harsh.
• How do you get that “natural wave” look?
  Lazy hack: twist damp hair into two buns and sleep on it. Add dry shampoo in the morning and shake it out.