Face Shape Detector & Styling Guide
Upload a photo to detect your face shape — oval, round, square, heart, oblong, or diamond — with AI landmark analysis. Get personalised hairstyle and makeup tips for your unique face geometry, all processed on your device.
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How the Face Shape Detector works
Three steps from photo to personalised face shape analysis.
Upload your photo
Choose a clear, front-facing photo from your device or take one with your camera. Pull your hair back if possible for the most accurate face outline measurement.
AI maps your face
MediaPipe FaceLandmarker maps 468 facial landmarks in your photo, computing precise distances between your forehead, cheekbones, jaw, and chin.
Get your shape & tips
Receive your face shape classification with measurements, personalised hairstyle recommendations, and makeup tips tailored to your unique face geometry.
Different Face Shapes: The Complete Guide
There are six different face shapes, each defined by the ratio between forehead, cheekbone, and jaw widths plus overall face length.
The most versatile face shape
Oval Face Shape
Longer than wide with a forehead slightly broader than the jaw and softly rounded edges. Considered the 'ideal' face shape by many stylists because virtually every hairstyle and makeup technique flatters oval faces.
Forehead slightly wider than jaw · Gently rounded chin · Length-to-width ratio ~1.5
Youthful and approachable
Round Face Shape
Similar width and length with full cheeks and a soft, rounded jawline. Creates a warm, friendly appearance. High updos, long layers, and angular styles add definition and length to round face shapes.
Width ≈ Length · Full cheeks · Soft rounded jaw · No sharp angles
Strong and defined
Square Face Shape
Forehead, cheekbones, and jaw are of similar width with a strong, angular jawline. Projects confidence and power. Soft, wavy hairstyles and side-swept styles balance the strong jaw of a square face shape.
Forehead ≈ Cheekbones ≈ Jaw width · Strong angular jaw · Similar length and width
Romantic and delicate
Heart Face Shape
Wide forehead tapering to a narrow, pointed chin. One of the most admired face shapes — chin-length bobs, side-swept bangs, and styles wider at the jaw level are particularly flattering for heart-shaped faces.
Forehead notably wider than jaw · Narrow pointed chin · Often has a widow's peak
Elegant and distinguished
Oblong Face Shape
Notably longer than wide with similar widths at the forehead, cheeks, and jaw. A sophisticated shape that suits full, voluminous hairstyles and side-swept bangs that add width and break the length.
Length >> Width · Forehead ≈ Cheeks ≈ Jaw · Narrow but elongated
Striking and dramatic
Diamond Face Shape
Wide, prominent cheekbones with a distinctly narrower forehead and pointed chin. The rarest face shape — exceptional high cheekbones give a sculpted, high-fashion appearance. Chin-length cuts and styles with width at the forehead and jaw beautifully balance the diamond face shape.
Cheekbones are the widest point · Narrow forehead · Narrow pointed chin · High cheekbones
How to Determine Your Face Shape at Home
No camera? You can tell your face shape with a mirror and a ruler in four simple steps.
Tie hair back & look straight ahead
Pull all hair away from your face and forehead. Stand directly in front of a well-lit mirror with your head level — not tilted up or down. A neutral expression works best.
Measure forehead, cheekbones & jaw
Use a soft tape measure or ruler. Measure: (1) forehead width across the widest point between hairline and brows, (2) cheekbone width at the widest point of your cheeks, (3) jaw width from corner to corner.
Measure face length
Measure from the centre of your hairline straight down to the tip of your chin. This gives the length component you need alongside your width measurements.
Compare the measurements
Widest = cheekbones, longer than wide → Oval. All widths similar, width ≈ length → Round. All widths similar, strong jaw → Square. Forehead widest, narrow chin → Heart. Length >> width → Oblong. Cheekbones widest, narrow forehead and chin → Diamond.
Prefer an instant result? Use the AI face shape detector at the top of this page — it's faster and uses 468 landmark points for higher accuracy than manual measurement.
What the Face Shape Detector measures
The tool computes four geometric measurements from your facial landmarks, then combines them into a complete face shape profile:
- Length-to-Width RatioThe ratio of face length (forehead to chin) to face width at the cheekbones. Higher values indicate longer or more oblong faces; values near 1.0 indicate rounder faces.
- Forehead RatioForehead width as a proportion of total cheekbone width. A high ratio indicates a wide forehead; a low ratio points toward a diamond or narrow-top shape.
- Jaw RatioJaw width as a proportion of cheekbone width. A high ratio indicates a wide, square jaw; a low ratio indicates a narrow or pointed chin typical of heart or diamond shapes.
- Forehead-to-Jaw RatioDirect comparison of forehead width to jaw width. Values above 1.2 suggest a heart shape; values near 1.0 indicate balanced widths typical of oval or square faces.
Tips for the best result
- Use a front-facing, well-lit photo — natural light is ideal
- Look directly into the camera with a neutral, relaxed expression
- Pull hair away from the face to expose your full face outline
- Avoid hats, headbands, or anything that covers the forehead or jaw
- Use a straight-on angle — tilting the head changes proportions
- Ensure the photo is in focus — blurry images reduce accuracy
Face Shapes for Men: What Is My Face Shape?
Face shapes are the same for men and women. The face type detector above works for all genders — here's how each shape looks and what cuts work best for men.
Oval
The most universal men's face shape — suits almost any cut from buzz to longer styles. Try a textured crop or classic side part.
Square
Strong jaw is an asset for men. Medium-length styles with soft texture balance the angles. Popular in men's square face shapes — classic crew, quiff.
Round
Fades and tapered sides with more length on top elongate round face shapes in men. Avoid overly full or round styles at the sides.
Oblong
Short sides with volume on top add width and balance the length. Avoid very long or high styles that add more length.
Heart
Textured fringe or styles with volume at the temples balance a wider forehead. Beards help add width to the narrow jaw.
Diamond
Styles with volume at the forehead and jaw balance prominent cheekbones. Short sides with a natural flow on top work well.
Face Shapes — Frequently Asked Questions
What is my face shape?
Your face shape is determined by the relative widths of your forehead, cheekbones, and jaw, plus your face's overall length-to-width ratio. The six main face shapes are oval, round, square, heart, oblong, and diamond. Use the free AI face shape detector above — just upload a front-facing photo and get your result in seconds.
What face shape do I have?
To find out what face shape you have, upload a clear, front-facing photo to the face shape detector above. The AI analyses 468 facial landmark points to measure your forehead width, cheekbone width, jaw width, and face length, then classifies your face shape as oval, round, square, heart, oblong, or diamond — with personalised hairstyle and makeup tips.
What are the different face shapes?
There are six different face shapes: Oval (longer than wide, slightly wider forehead, most common), Round (similar width and length, full cheeks), Square (similar widths across forehead, cheeks, and jaw with a strong jaw), Heart (wide forehead tapering to a narrow pointed chin), Oblong (notably longer than wide, sometimes called rectangle), and Diamond (wide cheekbones with narrow forehead and chin — the rarest). Each shape suits different hairstyles and makeup techniques.
What are the 6 main face shapes?
The six most commonly recognised face shapes are oval, round, square, heart, oblong (also called rectangle), and diamond. Each is defined by the relative widths of the forehead, cheekbones, and jaw, as well as the face's overall length-to-width ratio. Oval is the most common; diamond is the rarest.
How do I determine my face shape?
To determine your face shape: (1) Pull your hair back and look straight into a mirror. (2) Measure your forehead width, cheekbone width, jaw width, and face length. (3) Identify which measurement is widest and compare length to width. Widest at cheekbones and longer than wide = Oval. All similar and as wide as long = Round. All similar widths with a strong jaw = Square. Widest at forehead with a pointed chin = Heart. Much longer than wide = Oblong. Widest at cheekbones with narrow forehead and chin = Diamond. Or use our AI face shape detector above for an instant result.
How can I determine my face shape at home?
You can determine your face shape at home using two methods. Mirror tracing: tie your hair back, stand in front of a mirror, and use a dry-erase marker to trace your face outline on the glass — then compare the shape. Measurement method: measure your forehead width (at hairline), cheekbone width (widest point), jaw width (corner to corner), and face length (hairline to chin tip), then compare the ratios. Alternatively, use our free face shape detector for an instant, accurate AI analysis.
How do you tell what face shape you have?
You can tell your face shape by identifying which part of your face is the widest and comparing your face length to its width. If your cheekbones are widest and your face is noticeably longer than wide, you likely have an oval face. If your face is about as wide as it is long with full cheeks, it's round. If forehead, cheeks, and jaw are all similar widths with a strong jaw, it's square. If your forehead is widest and your chin is narrow and pointed, it's heart-shaped. If your face is much longer than wide, it's oblong. If your cheekbones are by far the widest point with a narrow top and chin, it's diamond.
What is the diamond face shape?
The diamond face shape is characterised by wide, prominent cheekbones that are the widest point of the face, combined with a narrower forehead and a narrow, pointed chin. It is the rarest of the six face shapes. The high, angular cheekbones give a sculpted, high-fashion appearance. Flattering hairstyles for diamond faces include chin-length cuts, layered styles that add volume at the forehead and jaw, and side-swept bangs. Celebrities with diamond face shapes include Rihanna and Tyra Banks.
What is my face shape if I am a man?
Face shapes are the same for men and women — oval, round, square, heart, oblong, and diamond. Square and oblong shapes are somewhat more common in men due to testosterone-influenced jaw structure. For men: square faces suit medium-length styles with soft texture; oval faces suit almost any cut; round faces benefit from fades and tapered sides with height on top; heart faces suit textured fringe styles; oblong faces suit short sides with volume on top; and diamond faces suit styles with volume at the forehead and jaw.
What is the rarest face shape?
Diamond is generally considered the rarest face shape due to its very specific proportions — notably wide cheekbones with both a narrow forehead and a narrow jaw. Oval is often regarded as the most common and the most balanced shape.
How does the Face Shape Detector work?
The tool uses MediaPipe FaceLandmarker to map 468 facial landmarks in your photo. It then measures key distances — face length, cheekbone width, forehead width, and jaw width — and computes ratios that determine your face shape. All processing happens entirely in your browser — your photo is never uploaded to any server.
What photo gives the best result?
Use a clear, front-facing photo with your hair pulled back if possible. A neutral expression, good lighting, and a straight-on camera angle give the most accurate measurements. Extreme angles, strong shadows, or hair covering the face outline can affect accuracy.
Is the Face Shape Detector accurate?
The tool uses the same MediaPipe AI model that powers our Pretty Scale and Eye Shape Detector tools, mapping 468 facial landmarks to compute precise geometric ratios. Results are highly consistent with standard face shape assessment methods, though photo quality and camera angle introduce natural variance. Results are for styling guidance and entertainment.
Does knowing my face shape really help with hairstyles and makeup?
Yes — face shape is one of the foundational principles of both hair and makeup styling. Stylists and makeup artists use face shape to determine flattering haircut lengths, bangs types, contouring placement, blush direction, and eyebrow shapes. Understanding your shape helps you make more intentional styling choices.