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Face Shape Consultation Worksheet

Client name Date Student/stylist

1. Face measurements

Use one unit: inches cm. Hair back, chin level; measure with a soft tape.

Forehead width Cheekbone width
Jawline (ear to chin × 2) Face length (hairline to chin)

Jawline is a contour, not a straight width. Compare the visible outline in the mirror, too.

Widest point: forehead cheekbones jaw similar. Check/circle closest shape(s):

Oval face outline
Oval
Round face outline
Round
Square face outline
Square
Heart face outline
Heart
Diamond face outline
Diamond
Oblong face outline
Oblong

2. Hair analysis

Texture: fine medium coarse   Density: thin medium thick

Curl pattern: straight wavy curly coily

Porosity / elasticity (optional)

Growth: cowlick double crown widow’s peak nape whorl hairline

Scalp / growth notes

3. Lifestyle & maintenance

Daily styling time Heat tools
Budget / visit frequency Job / sport constraints

Products used

4. Style goals

Length goal Reference photo: yes no

What they love / hate

Notes

5. Recommended cuts by face shape

Starting points, not rules. Adapt to texture, growth patterns, maintenance, and the client’s goals.

ShapeFlattering cuts to exploreGo easy on (depending on the goal)
OvalBob; layered length; textured cropExtra crown height if you want to keep your face from looking longer.
RoundLong layers; angled lob; crop with heightChin-length bluntness and extra width at the cheeks if you want a longer outline.
SquareWavy lob; side-parted cut; layers past jawA heavy straight line at jaw level if your goal is to soften the corners.
HeartChin-length bob; shoulder layers; side bangsHeavy volume at the temples with very tight sides below it if you want balance.
DiamondJaw-length bob; layered lob; soft bangsVery tight temples with all the volume at cheekbone level if you want balance.
OblongWavy bob; full-sided crop; cut with bangsTall quiffs or very long, flat sides if you want a shorter-looking outline.

6. Plan

Chosen cut

Rationale

Aftercare / next visit