Andrea Payme is a freelance copywriter and editor from New York City who has been living in Panama since 1999. A former Corporate Special Events Planner, Peace Corps volunteer, and the founder of the first backpacker hostel to ever open in David City, Panama, Andrea has a lot to write about! When she’s not writing, she enjoys trying to figure out ways to manage her super-curly hair, swimming for exercise, and reading. Her favorite quote is “Wanna know how to make God laugh? Tell Him your plans!"
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There are lots of ways to draw attention to your favorite facial features. A haircut, as well as color, makeup, jewelry, and upper-body clothing all play a role in framing the face. It’s just a matter of deciding how to put them all together to make the best presentation. Today we talk about trendy face-framing highlights as the quickest and most foolproof way to emphasize your best assets.
Face-framing highlights are a coloring technique that cleverly brings out your most attractive features. Explain to your hairstylist that you are looking for strategically placed waves and carefully selected coloring clues that will offer hints as to where the eye should be drawn. A good hairstylist will keep those things in mind as they are cutting, styling and coloring your hair. They’ll help you decide where and how to place face framing emphasis in a subtle way, ensuring that all eyes are always on you!
@jayrua_glam
Chunky honey-blonde highlights that flow along the sides of the face are a creative way to draw attention to the eyes and mouth areas. The almond brown base color is upgraded with hints of gold and seems to shimmer and glow in the light.
The center-parted choppy bob is made so much more spectacular with face-framing blonde highlights and transitional spicy hues. Fun and youthful, it’s the perfect solution to emphasize your cheekbones.
@ksorianohair
There’s no better way to liven up long and dull tresses that have lost their luster than adding some face-framing highlights on dark hair. Walnut brown tones run throughout the midsection all the way to the ends and outline your beautiful facial angles.
@hairby_chrissy
Sassy, sensual, and parted in the middle, the warm blonde tones of these striking highlights do a perfect job of accentuating the blue eyes and killer cheekbones. The sliced shoulder-length lob sets the stage for your dainty facial features.
@romeufelipe
Sun-kissed-blonde money pieces on brown hair are an easy approach to revamping your look if you want to brighten the pale complexion. Slightly messy, the minimal wave gives a big boost of body and volume without being overwhelming.
@mane_ivy
Sleek and sultry, just the slightest hint of bronde highlights on mahogany-brown hair does an excellent job of framing the face. An off-center part and long feathered sides also help to set the face in a picture-perfect backdrop of gorgeous chocolate waves.
@tauni901
Long and tousled darker waves upgraded with rusty blonde balayage will make you look youthful and fun-loving. The lightest pieces near the face provide a natural-looking effect. It’s an adorable option for coarse, wavy hair.
@carlyscissorhandss
Lavender-tinted ash blonde framing highlights for dark brown hair are a modern way to make long hair look more grown up. The side part line and a long swoop of peek-a-boo bangs help to emphasize the lower part of the face, drawing attention to the cute chin and sexy lips.
@shurleen.hairstylist
The rich brown base color with a soft blonde balayage does a lovely job of framing a narrow face. Waves cascade around the shoulders in this sporty and trendy hairstyle that will shave years off your appearance.
@chrisweberhair
The honey-bronde tendrils curl delicately along the face and neck, and the over-grown bangs are aimed to hit below the chin, which has a narrowing effect. It’s a versatile hairstyle and a great way to show off super-long locks.
@circlesofhair
A face-framing balayage and side-parted bangs that graze the chin work well on a straight hair bob because it allows the eye to focus on You! The light blonde highlights accentuate the texture of this pretty tousled look.
@mane_ivy
The walnut brown highlights on brunette hair frame the face in a rather symmetrical way. The waves tumble down the shoulders, brightening the complexion and bringing out the eyes. Choppy, textured ends help the hairstyle come off as casual and easygoing.
@hairbyamberjoy
Thick and bouncy hair has a phenomenal way of being universally flattering. A shoulder-length lob that is slightly shorter in the back and graced with just a tinge of blonde highlights also enhances your stylish individuality.
@prettylittleombre
One of the best things about having super-straight hair is that it naturally commands attention. The bright blonde highlights around the face ensure the eye will be drawn directly to your face and that lovely smile.
@kelvelin
What’s the best formula of a fun and fashionable hairstyle for long brown hair? A playful topknot with a few face-framing tendrils! The super-thick toffee-tinted waves and a loosely-wound bun provide just the right amount of height and body.
@styled.by.julia
The ash bronde tendrils, long choppy layers, and off-center parting help to frame and define your facial features. The sleek wave indents at the jawline, enhancing the outlines of the face.
@hairxjojo
When you have a boldly angled haircut, the viewer’s eye is often focused on someplace other than your beautiful face. That’s why it’s important to have strong highlights around the face, to ensure that it doesn’t get lost behind the hairstyle.
@kristen.lumiere
The strategic placement of highlighting foils contributes to a more natural distribution of lightened pieces, which does wonders for outlining the face. Long, carefree waves are luxurious and feminine.
@marciooliveira_oficial
You’ll look like you’re ready to break out into a guitar solo sporting this shaggy tomboy haircut. It’s parted down the middle and features pretty bleached highlights. The high-voltage, choppy locks effortlessly curl around the face and neck.
@jeanpierresosa
Subtle highlights make all the difference on super-smooth dark brown hair. The run-of-the-mill long, straight strands are completely revitalized with thin ash brown streaks that outline the face as they spread to the lower half of the hair.
@kelvelin
Remember, well-placed face-framing highlights and babylights are just as important as a great hairstyle when going for a balanced appearance. Never underestimate the power of a carefully positioned wave or curl; and when that curl is highlighted with a sensational color, the effect is even more striking.
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