11 Ways To Try Face-Framing Highlights
Here's how to add depth and dimension to your tresses with a subtle change
By Farisia Thang -
Face-framing highlights, money piece highlights, or rebel streaks. Whatever you know it as, this recognisable hair trend is sure to have popped up on your radar. These face-framing hair colours help to bring out your facial features and add a bold twist to your look, while keeping things much more low-maintenance compared to all-over colour. Whether it's a stark contrast to your natural hair colour or a subtle colour option, face-framing highlights can also add more depth and dimension to the face.
The best way to figure out which colour option suits you best is to visit a hairstylist. But meanwhile, we've put together a list of options for you to sift through. From stand-out blonde shades, natural brunette tones, to auburn hues — take a look at our picks here.
For those with a warmer skin tone, you might want to try sticking to honey and bronze tones to bring out your skin colour. We love how the front pieces of this style are lighter compared to the rest of the hair, and it frames the face beautifully. Keep your fringe the same length as the rest of your bob so the change is gradual.
For those who want to go more cool-toned, go with platinum to contrast with your natural hair colour. For those with a bob, you can do this by highlighting the side pieces instead of the fringe, so they're peeking out when you tuck your hair behind your ear and hidden otherwise. Great for those who want to show off a taut jawline!
Stylish yet subtle, this dark lilac highlighted along the face with a light ash brown base helps create a classy contrast that gives the illusion of more volume at the crown. You might also be able to get away with it at the workplace!