Free Face Shape Consultation Worksheet (Printable PDF)

Pair students as stylist and client, and give each pair a soft measuring tape, mirror, pencil, and worksheet. Allow 3 minutes to introduce the client’s goals, 7 minutes for observation and measurements, 5 minutes for hair and lifestyle questions, and 5–10 minutes to propose and discuss cuts. Switch roles in the next round so each student practices listening as well as advising.

With permission, move hair away from the face. Measure the forehead at its widest point, cheekbones across their widest points, jawline from just below the ear to the chin point, and face length from the center hairline to the chin. Double the one-sided jaw measurement and record the unit. This jaw contour is not a straight width: use the mirror to compare jaw width. Keep tape placement consistent and repeat any surprising reading.

Use all four numbers alongside the visible outline. Similar length and width with soft corners suggest round; defined jaw corners suggest square. A gently longer outline suggests oval, while clearly greater length suggests oblong. A broad forehead tapering to the chin suggests heart; cheekbones wider than forehead and jaw suggest diamond. Accept mixed shapes and ask students to explain their observations instead of forcing a label.

Discuss texture, density, curl pattern, and growth patterns: cowlicks, whorls, a widow’s peak, and the nape. Ask how much daily styling the client wants, which tools they use, and what their job or sport requires. Have students select two or three cuts from the table, justify each against the client’s goals, and agree on one plan with aftercare.

Assess consistent measurements, clear questions, accurate notes, and a rationale that connects face shape, hair behavior, and maintenance. A peer can check whether the final plan reflects the client’s preferences. Reward thoughtful alternatives; the reference table offers possibilities, not rules about which faces need “correcting.”