Listen up, because I’m about to save you a lot of bad wig days. I have a prominent nose. It’s strong, it’s bold, and for years I thought I had to hide it. So I tried every wig trick in the book—center parts, super long hair, blunt bangs... and ended up looking like a startled cartoon character. But after 47 wigs (yes, I counted), I cracked the code. You don’t need to hide your nose. You just need to work with it. Here’s how.
Why Your Nose Matters (Yes, Really)
Your nose is the center of your face—literally. When you put a wig on, your eyes and lips stay the same, but everything around them changes. The right wig can soften your features, draw attention to your eyes, and make your entire face look more balanced. The wrong wig? Let’s just say it can make your nose feel like the main character. And not in a good way.
The Golden Rule: Part Placement
Where you part your hair changes everything. A center part creates symmetry and draws the eye straight down—right to your nose. If you have a prominent nose, that can make it feel even more pronounced. Instead, go for a deep side part. It creates a diagonal line across your face, breaking up the vertical symmetry and making your nose blend in with the overall shape. I’m talking a serious side part—like 70/30. Trust me.
Volume Is Your Best Friend
Flat hair hugs your head and emphasizes your nose. Volume, especially at the crown and sides, adds width to your face and balances out a strong nose. Look for wigs with layers or built-in volume. Tease the crown a little. If you’re using a synthetic wig, you can even use a steamer to fluff it up. More volume = more balance.
Bangs or No Bangs?
Bangs are tricky. Heavy bangs can hide the nose but also pull attention to the upper face and make your nose look heavier by contrast. Soft, wispy bangs that graze your eyebrows work better because they draw the eye across, not down. Side-swept bangs are even better—they follow the diagonal line of a side part and keep the focus moving. Avoid blunt, straight-across bangs unless you also add lots of volume on top.
Length and Texture Tips
Medium to long lengths (chin to shoulder) work best because they create vertical lines that balance a prominent nose without pulling focus. Super long hair can actually make your nose look longer by comparison. As for texture, curls and waves are your friends. They add softness and movement that distract from any one feature. Straight hair can be fine if you add volume, but curls are a cheat code.
My Top 5 Wig Picks for Prominent Noses
- The Soft Side Part – A layered bob with a deep side part and gentle waves. Goes with everything.
- The Wide Bang – Wispy curtain bangs with medium length. Great for softening.
- The Voluminous Curl – Big, bouncy curls that add width and hide any insecurity.
- The Asymmetric Lob – Longer in front, shorter in back. The asymmetry tricks the eye.
- The Tousled Pixie – Yes, short can work if it has height on top and side-swept fringe.
What to Avoid (Trust Me, I've Failed)
- Center parts with zero volume – A recipe for nose emphasis.
- Pencil-straight hair that hangs like curtains – Makes your face look narrow.
- Blunt bangs cut above the eyebrows – Draws a line right above your nose.
- Wigs that are too short on top – No height means all attention on your midface.
- Super high ponytails – Sure, it’s cute, but it elongates your whole face.
So that’s it. I’ve made every mistake so you don’t have to. Now go out there and buy a wig that makes you feel like a million bucks—nose and all. And tag me @emmataylorwigs when you find your perfect one. I’ll be the one crying happy tears from behind my side part.