News: How to Choose a Wig that Suits Your Face Shape

Not all wigs suit everyone. To find the perfect lace wig for you, consider your face shape. First, determine your face shape by looking in a mirror and lightly tracing the outline of your face with a lipstick tube. Alternatively, you can use the selfie feature on your phone with an app like SnapChat to draw on a photo.

There are five common face shapes: oval, round, heart, long, and square.

OVAL: If your jaw is narrower and the length of your face is about 1.5 times its width, you have an oval face. You're fortunate, as this symmetrical shape allows for almost any wig style. Consider a long bob wig to highlight your face shape.

ROUND: If your hairline is wide and your face is short, full, and broad, you have a round face. The ideal wig for this shape should be fuller at the crown to elongate your face, so opt for a longer style.

HEART: If you have a wide forehead and a narrow chin, your face is heart-shaped. A cropped wig or one with a long fringe will help balance your features.

LONG: If your chin is pointed and your face is narrow, you have a long face shape. Choose a human hair lace wig that adds width, such as those with waves or curls.

SQUARE: If your jaw width matches your forehead, you have a square face. To soften the sharp angles of your cheeks and jaw, select a wig that adds height, focusing on soft waves or layers.