Question 1

How does the AI face shape detector work?

Accepted Answer

Our tool uses face-api.js powered by TensorFlow.js to detect 68 facial landmark points directly in your browser. It then calculates key measurements — face width, length, forehead, cheekbones, and jawline — and classifies your face shape using proven geometric ratios. All processing happens locally on your device.

Question 2

Is my photo stored or uploaded anywhere?

Accepted Answer

No. Your photo never leaves your device. All AI analysis runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly and TensorFlow.js. We don't have a server that receives your image. This is a core feature of our privacy-first design.

Question 3

What are the 6 face shape types?

Accepted Answer

The six main face shapes are: Oval (balanced, slightly longer than wide), Round (nearly equal length and width with soft curves), Heart (wider forehead, narrower jaw), Square (strong angular jaw, similar forehead/jaw width), Diamond (prominent cheekbones, narrow forehead and jaw), and Oblong (significantly longer than wide with similar top/bottom width).

Question 4

How accurate is the face shape detection?

Accepted Answer

Our AI is highly accurate for clear, front-facing photos with good lighting. The detection uses 68 anatomical landmark points and geometric ratio analysis. For best results, use a photo where your full face is visible, you're looking straight at the camera, and there are no accessories covering key facial features.

Question 5

What photo should I use for best results?

Accepted Answer

For the most accurate results: use a front-facing photo with your face fully visible, ensure good, even lighting (avoid harsh shadows), pull your hair back if possible, look straight at the camera, and make sure your face takes up at least 30% of the frame. Avoid glasses or face coverings.

Question 6

Can I use this tool on mobile?

Accepted Answer

Yes! FaceShape AI is fully mobile-responsive and works on all modern smartphones and tablets. You can upload a photo directly from your camera roll or take a new photo using your device camera.

Question 7

What do the hairstyle recommendations mean?

Accepted Answer

Each face shape has hairstyles that are most flattering for it based on established beauty principles. These recommendations aim to create visual balance — for example, adding height for round faces or width for oblong faces. They're starting points, not strict rules — personal style always wins!

Question 8

What is the facial symmetry score?

Accepted Answer

Your symmetry score measures how evenly balanced your facial features are from left to right, how your proportions compare to the golden ratio (1.618:1), and how defined your jawline is. Higher scores indicate greater facial harmony. No face is perfectly symmetrical — variation is natural and beautiful.

Question 9

Do I need to create an account?

Accepted Answer

No account required. FaceShape AI is completely free and requires zero sign-up. Just visit the site, upload your photo, and get your results instantly.

Question 10

Why does it take a few seconds on the first use?

Accepted Answer

On your first visit, the AI model files (~6MB) need to be downloaded from our server to your browser. This is a one-time download — after that, your browser caches the models and all subsequent analyses are instant. We use lazy loading so models only download when you interact with the tool.

Question 11

Can I use my camera to detect my face shape?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our face shape detector includes a built-in camera feature. Just click 'Take Selfie', allow camera access, and capture your photo directly in the browser. Your camera turns off immediately after the photo is taken and nothing is stored.

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