medium · glossy
Slicked-Back Hair
Slicked-back hair directs the visible length away from the face into a controlled, glossy surface with no fringe falling forward.
Hairstyle collection
Hairstyles That Keep Hair Away from the Face
Compare swept-back, close, braided, faded, and sculpted styles that expose more of the forehead and facial outline.
Published 3 August 2026
How these styles differ
Opening the face can come from removing length, directing it backward, or securing it into a close pattern. Each approach changes the surrounding silhouette differently.
How to compare them
Use a source photo with a visible hairline so the preview can show the full effect of moving hair away from the forehead.
6 looks in this guide
medium · sculpted
Pompadour
A pompadour builds height above the forehead and sweeps the top backward, supported by shorter or more controlled sides.
very short · clean
Buzz Cut
A buzz cut reduces the hair to a short, even field, putting the head shape and facial features ahead of styling or movement.
none · smooth
Bald Look
A bald preview removes the visible hairstyle entirely, offering a direct way to assess a smooth scalp and completely open facial outline.
close · braided
Cornrows
Cornrows braid the hair close to the scalp in visible rows, making the parting design and direction of each braid central to the finished look.
short · faded
High Fade
A high fade begins its transition well above the temples, creating strong contrast between close sides and the remaining top.