What Is the Rarest Face Shape? (And Do You Have It?)

What Is the Rarest Face Shape? (And Do You Have It?)

We see Round faces every day. Ovals are everywhere. But if you have high, dramatic cheekbones and a narrow forehead, you might belong to the most exclusive club in facial aesthetics: The Diamond Face Shape.

The Diamond: A Rare Gem

Statistical Rarity

Biometric studies suggest that the true Diamond shape appears in less than 5% of the population. It requires a specific genetic combination of widening mid-face bones and narrowing upper/lower cranial structure.

Diamond Face Shape Analysis Illustration

Do You Have It? The Checklist

Many people confuse Diamond with Heart or Oval. Here is the definitive diagnostic checklist:

1. The Width Check

Your cheekbones are undeniably the widest part of your face. If you draw a line from ear to ear, it is wider than your forehead line.

2. The Taper Check

Unlike an Oval (which has a broad forehead), your hairline is narrow and tapered. Your chin is also narrow and pointed, creating a true diamond geometry.

Why It's So Coveted

High cheekbones are a universal sign of youth and beauty. The Diamond shape has them naturally built-in. Because the face tapers at both ends, the eyes are framed dramatically, making this shape incredibly photogenic.

Famous Diamonds: Megan Fox, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, and Robert Pattinson.

Are You A Diamond?

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How To Style It

Hair: Avoid adding volume at the ears (which widens the widest point). Go for chin-length bobs or side-swept bangs to soften the forehead taper.

Glasses: Cat-eye frames or oval shapes help balance the sharp angles of your cheekbones.