What Hairline Do I Have?
Upload a photo to see your hairline shape and get hairstyle picks that work with it.
What the Hairline Analyzer does
A haircut that ignores your hairline shape almost never sits right, no matter how good it looks in a reference photo. This tool looks at your hairline in a clear photo and describes its shape, straight, rounded, widow's peak, or an uneven mix, along with its position on the forehead and how symmetrical it reads. From there it suggests hairstyles and parting styles built around that shape instead of one that fights it. It's for anyone choosing a new cut, growing out bangs, or just trying to understand why certain hairstyles never sit the way they do on other people.
See a sample result
Input: A photo of a bearded man looking down, one hand resting on top of his head, with his dark hair pulled back into a top knot, against a pale green backdrop. His head tilts forward, and his hand covers part of the hairline.
- Straight45%
- Rounded25%
- M-shape20%
- Widow's peak10%
Hairline shape: Mostly straight, with soft temple corners
The hair is pulled back tightly, which helps, but the downward head tilt and the hand hide the center of the hairline. From what's visible, the front edge runs fairly level across the forehead, with the corners at the temples set back slightly. That's a common adult shape, not a sign of anything on its own.
Position and density
The hairline sits at a moderate height, and the hair along the visible edge looks thick and even. Density at the very center can't be judged because the hand covers it.
Symmetry
Only one temple is clearly visible, so left-right symmetry can't be assessed from this photo.
Styling suggestions
A tight top knot or slicked-back style suits a straight, dense hairline like this, since it shows a clean edge. If the temple corners ever bother you, a looser pull-back with some volume at the front, or a short textured cut with a slight fringe, softens them.
For a fuller read, retake the photo facing the camera, head level, hand away from the forehead.
This is a visual read from one photo, not a medical assessment. If you're noticing ongoing thinning or hair loss and it's a concern, a dermatologist can give you an actual diagnosis and options.
How it works
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Upload a clear photo with hair off your forehead
Push or pull your hair back so the full hairline is visible from temple to temple. Bangs, hats, or hair falling forward hide the shape the model needs to see.
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The model reads the hairline shape
It looks at the outline across your forehead to identify a pattern: straight, rounded, a widow's peak, an M-shape, or something less uniform.
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It checks position, density, and symmetry
Beyond shape, the model notes how high or low the hairline sits, how dense the hair looks along the edge, and whether the two sides match.
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You get styling suggestions built around it
The result explains which partings, fringe styles, and cuts work with your specific hairline shape rather than a generic list of trending styles.
Use cases
Choosing a new haircut
Get style and length suggestions that work with your actual hairline shape instead of copying a cut from someone with a different one.
Deciding on a parting style
A side part, center part, or no part at all can look completely different depending on where your hairline sits and how it's shaped.
Growing out bangs or a fringe
See how your hairline reads without bangs covering it, which helps you plan the growing-out phase instead of being surprised by it.
Tracking changes over time
Take a photo the same way every few months to compare hairline position and density over time rather than relying on memory.
Preparing questions for a barber or stylist
Bring a specific hairline description to your next appointment instead of trying to explain the shape from scratch.
Tips for better results
- Pull or push all hair fully off your forehead so the hairline from temple to temple is visible.
- Use even, front-facing light so shadows don't make thinner areas look darker or denser than they are.
- Take the photo dry rather than right after a shower, since wet hair can clump and hide the true edge.
- Photograph from the same distance and angle each time if you want to compare results over months.
- Skip hats, headbands, or anything covering the temples, since those areas matter for the overall shape.
Limitations
This tool gives a visual read of hairline shape, position, and density from a single photo. It is not a medical assessment and cannot diagnose hair loss, thinning, or scalp conditions. Lighting, hair wetness, styling products, and camera angle can all change how the hairline appears, and photo quality affects how well fine details like density are read. If you're concerned about ongoing hair loss or scalp changes, see a dermatologist or trichologist for an actual evaluation rather than relying on this analysis.
Frequently asked questions
Can this tell me if I'm going bald?
No. It describes the shape, position, and visible density of your hairline in a photo, but it cannot diagnose hair loss or predict future changes. See a dermatologist for that.
What's a widow's peak versus an M-shaped hairline?
A widow's peak is a single V-shaped point at the center of the hairline with the sides relatively even. An M-shape has recession at both temples with hair remaining more forward in the center.
Will wet or styled hair change my result?
Yes. Wet hair can clump and hide the true edge of your hairline, and heavy styling products can do the same, so a dry, natural photo gives a clearer read.
Can it recommend a specific haircut?
It suggests general styles, partings, and lengths that work with your hairline shape, and you can ask about a specific cut in the details box for a more direct answer.
Does hairline shape change with age?
Yes, hairlines commonly shift and mature over time, especially at the temples, which is a normal part of aging for many people and not something this tool assesses medically.
Is my hairline shape symmetrical if my two sides look different?
Some asymmetry is common and usually not significant. The analysis notes visible differences between sides, but small variations are normal.
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