Oval
Face length is about 1.5x the width. Gently rounded forehead wider than jaw.
✓ Most versatile — suits any hairstyle
Detect Face Shape: Free Face Shape Analyzer
Upload a front-facing photo and our AI will instantly detect your face shape — oval, round, square, heart, oblong, or diamond — plus personalized hairstyle and glasses tips.
The 6 Core Face Shapes
Our AI classifies your face against these established shape categories.
Round
Nearly equal face width and length with soft, curved jaw and cheeks.
✓ Try volume at crown, avoid blunt bobs
Square
Strong, angular jawline with forehead roughly equal in width to jaw.
✓ Soft waves and side-swept bangs work well
Heart
Wide forehead that tapers to a narrow, pointed chin. Widow's peak common.
✓ Chin-length bobs and layered styles flatter
Oblong
Face is long and narrow with similar widths at forehead, cheeks, and jaw.
✓ Side-swept bangs reduce face length visually
Diamond
Narrow forehead and jaw with wide, prominent cheekbones at the widest point.
✓ Full bangs and chin-length cuts add width
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I detect my face shape?
Upload a front-facing photo. Our AI measures your forehead, cheekbone, and jawline widths and face length to classify your shape as oval, round, square, heart, oblong, or diamond.
What is the most common face shape?
Oval is often cited as the most balanced and common "ideal" face shape, but statistically, round and square face shapes are extremely prevalent globally.
How do hairstyles differ by face shape?
Round faces benefit from crown volume. Square faces suit soft waves. Heart faces suit chin bobs. Oval faces are the most versatile. Our tool provides specific recommendations after detection.
Is this the same as the face-shape-detector tool?
Both tools perform face shape analysis. This page focuses on the AI detection process, while the face shape detector page links to the full interactive experience.