If you have a square face shape, it's no secret that facial hair styles can be tough to find. Square-faced men are often told to grow their beards long and cover the jawline to make it look less angular and harsh. The problem is that when you do this, your beard becomes one-dimensional or flat-looking, which makes the beard appear thinner than what it really is. To avoid this, we recommend beard styles for men with definitions in them, such as trimmed stubble or goatees, because these beard styles will create more dimensionality on your face while still keeping your chin area well-groomed!

How to find the right beard style for a square face shape?

There are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to finding the proper beard for a square face shape.

First, you want to focus on beard styles that slightly accentuate sharp angles on your jawline rather than hiding or exaggerating it. Most long beards will only cover up your masculine features. People with a round face shape or oval-shaped face envy you, so you don't want to hide it.

Second, you want to stick to shorter beard styles that will be easier to manage and maintain.

Some suitable beard styles for square face shapes include the light stubble beard, medium stubble beard, and heavy stubble beard, as well as the Beardstache, short boxed beard, goatee, and so on.

Should I hide my jawline with my beard if I have a square face?

No. Keep your beard in a shape that "lightly accentuates" your jawline, rather than hiding or exaggerating it.

You may want to find a slightly longer style around your chin to elongate your square shape like the Van Dyke Beard. This style will give you a pointed chin but tapper from the corner of your jaw to give it some depth. This style could even give you more face length and the appearance of a heart-shaped face.

Can I wear any beard style with a square face?

Almost any beard style will look good on a square face, but you'll want to avoid beard styles that are too long or bushy.

How do I know if my jawline is too angular?

If your jawline is very angular and defined, it may be considered "too" square. In this case, you'll want to soften your features by opting for a more rounded beard style.

How do you shape a beard with a square face?

You can create a beard shape that will look great on a square face by following these simple steps.

First, determine the length of beard style that you want by considering how quickly it grows in your beard hair density.

After deciding, utilize an appropriate beard-growing technique. This will be for your specific beard hair growth rate.

You should also note the type of coverage style (e.g., firmer or softer) appropriate for your facial structure when deciding.

How do I soften a square face's shape with a beard?

To soften a square face shape with a beard, you'll either need to use a beard style with a less angular jawline or a beard style that focuses more on the chin.

A squoval beard is an excellent beard style for anyone who doesn't have time to grow out their beard. In this beard style, some hair grows down from the temples and ear towards the chin, while some are kept at higher cheek regions. It's best suited for people with faces that are too round or too square.

How to trim stubble with a square-shaped face?

If you have a square-shaped face, you'll want to trim your stubble beard with a beard trimmer to help soften the angular lines of your face.

When trimming your beard, always start with the most extended setting and gradually cut it shorter until you reach the desired length.

For shaving the lines around your neck and cheek line, you will want to use a shaping tool like the one below.

Here are some of the best beard styles for a square-shaped face:

• Circle Beard
• Chin Strap Beard
• Detached Mustache Beard
• Short, Medium & Long Stubble Beards
• Short Full Beard
• Full Goatee
• Beardstache
• Balbo Beard

Circle Beard

A classic beard style for the square-shaped face is the circle beard. This beard style is characterized by a beard and mustache connected, with hair growing around the entire perimeter of the mouth. It is a versatile style that can be worn short or long and can be styled in various ways.

To get the best results with this beard style, it's essential to keep the mustache trimmed and well-groomed. You should also shave the lines around your beard and neck for a clean, polished look.

Chin Strap Beard

This style has a beard and mustache. They extend from the corners of your mouth to just below your jawline. The beard is trimmed short, and all hair is evened out and blended for a streamlined look.

To get the most out of this beard style, it's essential to ensure your mustache is trimmed and well-groomed. Also, shave any beard lines and neck hair to create a polished look.

Detached Mustache Beard

This style is very similar to a short beard. The main difference is the mustache is grown out a bit longer than the rest of the beard. We have found this is a great style to break up your square face and add extra facial features.

Short, Medium & Long Stubble Beards

A stubble beard is beard hair grown just long enough to be visible on the skin. Stubble beard styles are great because they're easy to maintain and look good with any facial structure. Make sure to keep your neck and cheek lines trimmed, or you may just look lazy and unkempt.

Short Stubble Beard

To keep a short stubble beard, all you need to do is shave every 2-3 days.

Medium Stubble Beard

Shave every 5ish days or use the lowest setting on your beard trimmer.

Long Stubble Beard

This one is a bit harder to keep without using beard trimmers. It usually takes about a week to grow.

Short Full Beard

You may not want to let your beard grow too long with a square face. Let your facial hair grow out for 2-3 weeks while keeping your neck, and cheek lines shaved. Keep it trimmed at your desired length once it looks the way you want it to.

Full Goatee

A goatee is a beard style characterized by a patch of hair on the chin that is not connected to the sideburns.

Beardstache

If you're looking to add a touch of personality to your look, go for the beardstache! This style is very similar to the stubble beards. The main difference is the mustache is grown out longer than the rest of the stubble. We have found this is a great style to break up your square face and add extra facial features. So grab your mustache wax and get growing!

Balbo Beard

The Balbo beard is designed to soften your square face shape, and it does this by adding beard volume on the chin. The idea with the beard is that it will only show some of those sharp angles that are typically part of a square face shape.

Do you have the essentials needed to keep a beard?

If you're a man with a square-shaped face, finding the best beard style can be challenging. Luckily for you, we've done some research and found out exactly what your best options are! Longer beards will only cover up the strong jawline that makes you so handsome. Instead, go for shorter styles like light stubble or medium stubble. These types of facial hair won't have as much upkeep but still give off an attractive vibe when worn by someone with a square-shaped face.

To top it off, our Essential Kit has everything you need to maintain whichever type of beard is perfect for your lifestyle!