5-Step Measuring Guide For Men To Determine Your Face Shape.
Remember when all you had to do to get in the barber chair was say “short back and sides”? Or when you went to get glasses, you could choose between plastic or metal frames? As good as they were, those were the days when your glasses could also be used as bin lids and your ears would look like Dumbo’s. The different face Structure today affect what a man can and cannot wear. Any man who cares about style needs to know these forms.
John Lennon frames on a round face? Not at all. Does a diamond’s skin fade? Not so fast. All of this doesn’t make any sense to you? Keep reading for our foolproof guide on how to answer the question, “What is my face Structure?”
How To Measure Head Structure
Step 1: The Right Tools
Yes, you probably have a builder’s tape measure lying around, but good luck wrapping that stiff metal rod around your head. A bendable tape measure, like the kind a tailor uses, will make things easier and more accurate.
Next, get a notebook and measure the following things in front of a mirror, writing down each one as you go.
Step 2: Measure Your Forehead
How long are your face’s parts, how short are their lengths, or are they all the same? This will help you figure out your face Structure.
Before you do anything else, measure across the widest part of your forehead. This is generally about halfway between your eyebrows and hairline.
Step 3: Measure Your Cheekbones
When choosing a haircut, the width of your cheekbones is very important. Getting it wrong can make things look out of proportion, like your ears.
To find out what size it is, put the tape across the pointiest part, just below the corner of each eye.
Step 4: Measure Your Jawline
There’s a jaw line somewhere, even if you look more like Jonah Hill than Henry Cavill.
From the tip of your chin to below your ear, where your jaw turns up, measure. To find out how long your jawline is, raise that number by two. Your jawline is on both sides of your face.
Step 5: Measure Your Face Length
What’s the difference between a square face and a rectangle face? About two inches. That’s not a joke; it’s real.
Run the tape measure from the middle of your head to the end of your chin to find out how long your face is. For guys with weak hair follicles who have shaved or bald heads, guess where your hairline would be.
Determining Your Face Structure
Once you have these measures, write down which of the four is the biggest. This will be the clue. Click on a profile below to see which one best fits your face type.
Oval Head shape
You have an oval Head shapes if the length of your face is longer than the width of your cheeks and the length of your forehead is longer than your jawline. The jaw doesn’t have a sharp curve; it has a round one.
Square Face Shape
If most of the measures are about the same, your face is square. Instead of being round, the jaw has a sharp slope. This is often seen as the best male trait, so good luck with your genetics!
Rectangle/Oblong Face Shape
If you have an oval Head shape (also called a rectangular Head Structure), the most important thing to measure is how long your face is. The face, cheekbones, and jawline are all about the same size.
Round Face Structure
If your cheeks and face length are about the same length, you have a round Head Structure. Another important sign is that they are bigger than the face and jawline, which are about the same size. The slope of the jaw isn’t very clear or sharp.
Diamond Face Structure
People with a diamond-shaped face will find that the face length is the longest. The cheekbones, brow, and most minor jawline come next, in order. The chin sticks out. If you want to tell the difference between this face shape and an oblong Head shape, make sure you pay attention to more than just the face length.
Heart Face Structure
Your forehead is heart-shaped if it stands out more than your cheeks and jawline, and your chin is pointy.
Triangle Face Structure
The most important thing about a triangle face shape is that the jawline is wider than the cheeks, which are wider than the forehead.
Once you know what shape your face is, you can make smarter decisions about everything from your hair and beard to your sunglasses.
FAQs About Face Structure
How do I know my Head Structure?
Get a Flexible Tape Measure: Use a soft measuring tape (like a tailor’s tape) to easily measure your face.
Measure Key Areas:
- Forehead: Measure across the widest part, typically halfway between your eyebrows and hairline.
- Cheekbones: Measure across the pointiest parts, right below the outer corners of your eyes.
- Jawline: Start at the tip of your chin and measure to just below your ear; double this number.
- Face Length: Measure from the center of your hairline down to the tip of your chin.
Compare Measurements:
- If your face length is the largest measurement, with cheekbones also prominent, you might have an oval or oblong shape.
- If forehead, cheekbones, and jawline are similar, and you have a strong jaw, you likely have a square shape.
- If cheekbones are the widest, and the jaw is narrow, this could indicate a diamond or heart shape.
Take the measurements of your forehead, cheekbones, jawline and face length. Then, compare the measurements to the most prominent features in each face shape.
What face Structure is best?
Some males prefer a square facial shape. This is because it has a classically male appearance, with a strong jawline and pointed features. However, you can use your hair, beard, accessories, and style to highlight the qualities you may be ‘lacking’ naturally.
Do round faces age better?
Indeed, why would they not do? Therefore, keep in mind that round faces aid with a more elegant aging process even if you feel genetically inferior to your sharp-cheeked square-jaw buddies. The cheeks retain more fat in these features.
Conclusion
In conclusion, understanding your Head Structure can greatly impact your style choices, allowing you to select hairstyles, beard styles, and accessories that complement your features. By taking a few straightforward measurements—forehead, cheekbones, jawline, and face length—you can easily identify your Head shape. This insight serves as a helpful guide, empowering you to make style decisions that highlight your natural attributes and enhance your overall look.