Face Shape Detector
Upload a front-facing photo to find your face shape and see which hairstyles and glasses suit it.
What the Face Shape Analyzer does
Oval or round? Heart or diamond? The detector compares the proportions in your face (forehead width, cheekbone width, jaw width, and overall length) and sorts the result into one of the classic shape categories: oval, round, square, heart, diamond, oblong, or triangle. It's built for anyone shopping for glasses, picking a new haircut, or just curious what shape their face actually is versus what they've always assumed. Upload a clear, front-facing photo and you get back the shape it identified, the proportions that led there, and a set of style suggestions, hairstyles, glasses shapes, and accessories, matched to that shape.
See a sample result
Input: A front-facing studio portrait under blue-toned lighting of a woman with dark hair slicked back off her face, a neutral expression, and visible cheekbones, forehead, and jawline.
Face shape: Oval
With your hair pulled back, your proportions show a forehead and jawline of fairly similar width, with cheekbones slightly wider than both, and a face length noticeably longer than it is wide. That combination is the classic marker of an oval shape, generally considered the most balanced and versatile of the shape categories.
What stood out
Your jawline curves gently rather than showing sharp angles, and there's no single feature, like a very wide forehead or a pointed chin, that dominates the shape. The gentle taper from cheekbone to jaw is the clearest sign here.
Style suggestions
Most hairstyles and glasses shapes work well on an oval face since there's no proportion to balance out. Angular frames like square or geometric glasses add definition, and side-swept or layered cuts complement the length nicely without overwhelming it.
How it works
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Upload a front-facing photo
Pull your hair back from your forehead and jaw if you can, and face the camera straight on. An angled shot skews the width measurements the tool relies on.
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The model measures your proportions
It compares forehead width, cheekbone width, jawline width, and total face length against each other to see which classic shape pattern your proportions fit closest.
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You get a named shape and the reasoning
The result names your shape, oval, round, square, heart, diamond, oblong, or triangle, and explains which specific proportions and features led to that call.
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Browse style picks for your shape
You also get hairstyle, glasses, and accessory suggestions that flatter your specific shape, based on general styling guidance for that category.
Use cases
Shopping for glasses online
Know your shape before browsing frames so you can filter for styles that are actually recommended for you instead of guessing from product photos.
Picking a new haircut
Bring the result and style suggestions to your next salon visit as a starting point for a cut that works with your proportions, not against them.
Choosing accessories and hats
Earrings, hats, and even glasses chains look different depending on face shape. Use the suggestions as a filter before you buy.
Settling a debate about your own shape
If you and a friend disagree about whether your face is round or oval, this gives a proportion-based answer instead of an opinion.
Tips for better results
- Pull hair away from your forehead, temples, and jawline so the model can see your full outline.
- Face the camera directly rather than tilting your chin up or down, which distorts length and width.
- Use a plain background and even lighting so shadows don't hide your jawline or cheekbone edges.
- Keep a neutral expression, since smiling can shift how the jaw and cheek proportions read.
- If the result surprises you, try a second photo at eye level to rule out an unusual camera angle.
Limitations
Face shape categories are simplified buckets for a spectrum of real proportions, and plenty of faces sit between two categories rather than fitting neatly into one. Camera angle, hair covering the forehead or jaw, expression, and even slight head tilts can shift the measurement enough to change the result. The style suggestions are general guidance based on classic styling advice for each shape category, not a personalized consultation, and what actually looks good on you also depends on hair texture, personal style, and features this tool doesn't assess.
Frequently asked questions
How does it tell my face shape apart from a similar one?
It compares your forehead, cheekbone, and jawline widths against your face length. Shapes that are close, like oval and oblong, are told apart mainly by that length-to-width ratio.
What if my hair covers part of my face?
Pull it back before taking the photo. Hair covering the forehead, temples, or jawline hides the edges the model measures, which can lead to a less accurate result.
Can my face shape change over time?
Slightly, yes. Weight changes, aging, and even muscle tone in the jaw can shift proportions gradually, so a shape you got years ago might read a little differently now.
Are the hairstyle suggestions specific to me?
They're based on general styling guidance for your identified shape category, a good starting point rather than a personalized stylist consultation that accounts for your hair texture and features.
What's the difference between oval and oblong?
Both have a length greater than their width, but oblong faces are longer relative to width and often have a straighter cheek line, while oval faces keep a gentler, more balanced curve.
Does makeup or facial hair affect the result?
Contouring can visually alter cheekbone or jaw definition, and a full beard can hide jawline edges, both of which may shift the shape the model identifies.
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