Face Shape Calculator
Discover your face shape using precise facial measurements. Get personalized recommendations for hairstyles, glasses, and more based on your unique proportions.
📏 How to Measure
- Forehead: Widest point between hairline corners
- Cheekbones: Widest point below outer eye corners
- Jawline: Widest point of jaw (ear to ear via chin) ÷ 2 for width
- Face Length: Hairline to chin (center of face)
Measure across the widest part of your forehead
Measure across the widest part of your cheekbones
Measure the widest part of your jaw
Measure from hairline to the bottom of your chin
📊 Your Face Ratios
💡 Why This Result?
Your measurements indicate...
Understanding Face Shape Ratios
Face shape classification uses the relationships between four key measurements. The primary ratio is face length divided by face width (at cheekbones), along with comparisons of forehead, cheekbone, and jawline widths.
Forehead: 12.5 cm, Cheekbones: 14 cm, Jawline: 11 cm, Length: 20 cm
Length/Width = 20/14 = 1.43 (between 1.3-1.6, face is longer than wide)
Cheekbones > Forehead > Jaw → Classic Oval pattern
Forehead: 13 cm, Cheekbones: 13.5 cm, Jawline: 13 cm, Length: 17 cm
Length/Width = 17/13.5 = 1.26 (close to 1:1)
All widths similar, strong jawline → Square face
The 7 Face Shapes
Oval
Balanced proportions, cheekbones slightly wider than forehead and jaw
Round
Width nearly equals length, soft jawline, full cheeks
Square
Prominent, angular jaw, similar forehead and jaw widths
Heart
Wide forehead, narrow chin, often with widow's peak
Diamond
Narrow forehead and jaw, wide cheekbones, angular
Rectangle/Oblong
Long face, forehead and jaw similar width
Triangle
Wide jaw, narrower forehead, strong lower face
How to Measure Your Face
- Pull hair back: Secure all hair away from your face and hairline.
- Use good lighting: Stand facing a mirror with even, bright lighting.
- Keep neutral expression: Relax your face with mouth closed.
- Use a flexible tape: A soft measuring tape works best. You can also use a string and ruler.
- Measure carefully: Take each measurement 2-3 times and average the results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Oval is often cited as the most common face shape, though round and square are also very prevalent. Many people have a combination of characteristics from multiple shapes.
Yes, face shape can change due to aging (loss of collagen), weight changes, and even dental work. The underlying bone structure remains constant, but soft tissue distribution changes.
Many people have characteristics of multiple face shapes. The confidence score indicates how clearly you match a single category. Consider styling tips from both shapes.
Generally, choose frames that contrast your face shape. Round faces suit angular frames; square faces look good with rounded styles. Oval faces are versatile with most styles.
Hairstyles should balance your proportions. Round faces benefit from volume on top; long faces look great with side-swept styles. Consult a stylist who can assess your specific features.
For this calculator, use the horizontal width of your jaw at its widest point, not the perimeter. Measure straight across, similar to how you measure cheekbones.
The golden ratio (1.618) appears in classical ideals of beauty, suggesting proportions like face length being 1.618× face width. However, attractiveness is subjective and diverse.
Face shapes occur across all ethnicities, though some shapes may be more common in certain populations due to genetic factors. This calculator works for all backgrounds.
Makeup doesn't significantly affect measurements, but contouring can visually change perceived face shape. Measure your natural, makeup-free face for accuracy.
Measurement errors, hairline variations, and subjective perception can differ from calculated results. Try remeasuring carefully. Remember, face shape is a guideline, not a strict category.