Face Shape Detector — Find Your Face Shape in 3 Seconds

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The 7 Face Shapes Explained

Face shape comes down to the ratios between face length, cheekbone width, jaw width and forehead width. Below is how to recognise each one, plus the hairstyle, glasses and beard that suit it — the part people actually want when they search “what is my face shape” or “face shape test”.

Oval

Face length is roughly 1.5× width, the jaw is slightly narrower than the cheekbones, and the chin is softly rounded.

Hair:: Almost anything — keep volume off the forehead so the proportions stay balanced.
Glasses:: Rectangular or wayfarer frames that keep the natural width.
Beard:: Short, tidy stubble; a full beard can elongate an already-balanced face.

Round

Width and length are close, cheekbones are the widest point, and the jawline has soft, curving angles.

Hair:: Add height on top with volume and texture; avoid chin-length bobs that widen the face.
Glasses:: Angular, rectangular frames that add structure and definition.
Beard:: A beard with a defined jaw and longer chin elongates a round face.

Square

Forehead, cheekbones and jaw are all about the same width, with a strong, angular jaw and a flat chin.

Hair:: Soft, textured layers and side-swept fringes soften the sharp jaw.
Glasses:: Round or oval frames to offset the strong angles.
Beard:: Keep the beard short and rounded to avoid squaring the jaw further.

Heart

A wider forehead and cheekbones taper to a narrow, often pointed chin.

Hair:: Chin-length cuts and side partings add weight low to balance the forehead.
Glasses:: Bottom-heavy or rimless frames with a low bridge.
Beard:: A fuller beard on the chin adds width where the face is narrowest.

Diamond

Cheekbones are the widest point; the forehead and jaw are both narrower, giving a pointed chin.

Hair:: Fringes and volume at the forehead and jaw soften the wide cheekbones.
Glasses:: Oval or cat-eye frames that follow the cheekbone line.
Beard:: A short beard widens the jaw to balance prominent cheekbones.

Oblong

Face length is clearly more than 1.5× width, with a long, straight cheek line and a narrow chin.

Hair:: Fringes and waves that sit on the forehead shorten the face visually.
Glasses:: Deep, tall frames that add vertical break-up.
Beard:: A full beard shortens the lower face; avoid long, tapered styles.

Triangle

The jaw is the widest point and the forehead is the narrowest — the inverse of a heart shape.

Hair:: Add volume on top and at the temples; avoid styles that flare at the jaw.
Glasses:: Top-heavy or browline frames that add width up high.
Beard:: Keep the beard tight and short so it does not widen the jaw further.

How to Find Your Face Shape Without a Photo

You do not need a photo — a mirror and a soft tape measure are enough. Work through these steps:

Pull all your hair back so your forehead and jawline are fully visible.
Measure forehead width: from one hairline temple to the other, at the widest point.
Measure cheekbone width: from the highest point of one cheekbone to the other.
Measure jaw width: from one jaw angle to the other, just below the ears.
Measure face length: from the centre of the hairline to the bottom of the chin.
Compare the ratios: length ≈ 1.5× cheekbone width → oval; length ≈ width → round or square; cheekbones widest with a narrow jaw → heart or diamond; jaw widest → triangle; length well over 1.5× width → oblong.

If you do not have a tape measure, the detector above is faster — take one front-facing photo and it computes your length-to-width ratio on-device.

Why Your Face Shape Changes Your Hair and Glasses

Hair and frames work by balancing proportions: a round face wants angles and height, a square face wants softening, an oblong face wants horizontal break-up. Knowing your shape lets you skip the “will this cut suit me?” trial and error. Shape is only the starting point, though — facial harmony and features drive attractiveness; see the full Face Report for that.

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Frequently asked questions

What is my face shape?

Your face shape is set by four widths — forehead, cheekbones, jaw and face length. Measure them, compare the ratios, and you land in one of seven groups: oval, round, square, heart, diamond, oblong or triangle. The free detector above does it from a photo in about 3 seconds.

How do I find my face shape without a photo?

Pull your hair back, stand in front of a mirror and trace your reflection on the glass with a bar of soap or a dry-erase marker. Measure forehead width, cheekbone width, jaw width and face length with a tape, then compare the ratios. Full steps are in the guide below.

Is this face shape test accurate?

The on-device mesh measures the same landmarks a tape measure does — forehead, cheekbone, jaw and length — so it is as accurate as the photo you give it. Use a well-lit, front-facing shot with hair off the face.

What face shape is most attractive?

There is no single “best” shape. Oval is often called the most versatile because it suits the widest range of hairstyles and frames, but attractiveness comes from facial harmony and features, not from a shape label.

Is the face shape detector free?

Yes. The detector runs in your browser, needs no account and never uploads your photo. A paid Face Report is optional if you want 40+ measurements.