For men, having chubby cheeks or a round face often reduces self-confidence. Many end up ‘resigning’ themselves to standard short cuts for fear of choosing the wrong style. However, the right haircut is the most powerful ‘weapon’ to create the illusion of a more defined jawline and a more proportionate face.
The key is not just the ‘cut’, but also ‘how you style it’ at home. A voluminous Quiff cut can look ‘flat’ if you don’t know how to style it. Here are the 7 best men’s hairstyles to ‘save’ chubby cheeks in 2025, complete with quick styling guides.
- High Fade Quiff
Why It Works: This is the No. 1 style for round faces. The ‘High Fade’ (super thin gradient on the sides) ‘removes’ all volume in the cheek area. The high ‘Quiff’ on top ‘draws’ attention upwards, making the face appear longer.
How to Style: Blow dry your hair while combing upwards. Take ‘Hair Powder’ for volume at the roots. Rub ‘Matte Clay’ in your hands, tousle your hair, then shape the quiff upwards and slightly backward. Don’t make it too neat. - Faux Hawk (Fohawk)
Why It Works: Similar to the Quiff, but more ‘extreme’. The hair is centered and styled ‘spiky’ upwards. This creates a very sharp ‘angle’, balancing the softness of a round face.
How to Style: Use a strong ‘hold’ product like ‘Hair Wax’ or ‘Clay’. Take the product, spread it evenly, then use your fingers to ‘pinch’ and direct the hair towards the top center. Make sure the sides remain flat. - Textured French Crop (with Skin Fade)
Why It Works: The ‘Skin Fade’ (sides super thin to bald) is key. It eliminates width on the sides. Short bangs at the front can help ‘break up’ the roundness of the forehead, provided they are styled ‘textured’ (choppy), not flat.
How to Style: This is the most practical style. Dry your hair. Sprinkle ‘Hair Powder’ on top, tousle with fingers, then push the bangs forward. Done in 1 minute. - Slick Back Undercut
Why It Works: An ‘Undercut’ (thin sides without a gradient) ensures the sides of the face remain ‘slim’. Combing the hair straight back (slick back) will ‘lengthen’ your face profile.
How to Style: You’ll need ‘Water-Based Pomade’ for shine or ‘Matte Paste’ for a natural finish. When hair is damp, apply the product evenly. Use a fine-tooth comb, comb straight back. Tidy up ‘flyaways’ with any remaining product on your hands. - Spiky Top (Textured Spikes)
Why It Works: The ‘Spiky’ style is all about ‘angles’. The numerous spiky ends on top create the illusion of texture and ‘sharpness’ that a round face lacks. It also adds height (Principle 1).
How to Style: Use ‘Wax’ or ‘Clay’. Take the product, tousle it through all your hair. Then, use your fingertips to ‘pinch’ and ‘twist’ small sections of hair upwards to form random but controlled ‘spikes’. - Buzz Cut (with High Fade)
Why It Works: If you’re lazy with styling, this is the solution. BUT, don’t get a flat buzz cut. Ask for a ‘Buzz Cut’ (e.g., 5mm on top) combined with a ‘High Fade’ (0mm on the sides). This gradient is crucial for slimming the sides of the head.
How to Style: No need. Just shampoo and dry. - Side Part (with Undercut)
Why It Works: A classic, sleek ‘Side Part’. A clear parting line (especially if it’s a ‘Hard Part’) creates a diagonal line that ‘breaks up’ roundness. It must be paired with an ‘Undercut’.
How to Style: Similar to ‘Slick Back’. Use ‘Pomade’ and a fine-tooth comb to create a straight parting and comb the hair to the side.
Having chubby cheeks is not an obstacle to looking stylish. The key is to choose a cut that ‘slims’ the sides and ‘adds height’ to the top, and to be disciplined in styling it daily. Products like Hair Powder and Matte Clay will be your best friends.
