hey everyone and welcome to top think today we're going to learn if this one thing
makes you more attractive now let's begin what is the most attractive male characteristic
can this one feature make or break your appearance attractiveness is a combination
of dozens of traits together sharp and strong features create an appealing masculine look
but women rarely notice each individual characteristic she may not notice the shape
of your eyes or the angle of your nose instead she sees the largest most obvious features your height
your hair your body shape and figure but these large obvious features are difficult to control
you can't make yourself taller you can't change your body type you could slim down or work out
but that takes a long time luckily there's one feature that can give your appearance
an immediate boost and it's something you can control like your height or hair color
it stands out when you enter the room it's one of the first things women notice about you but
it's also a nuanced characteristic unlike your height or hair color it's attractive in big ways
and in small ways this all important feature this game changing characteristic is your facial hair
facial hair may be the most divisive physical feature in history in the middle ages a beard
symbolized power status and strength but in the 1700s beards fell out of favor high society
was dominated by clean shaven faces facial hair was widely rejected until the mid-1800s
when beards became popular in the western world again facial hair showed masculinity and
authority through the 1900s facial hair soared and fell every decade a new style took over the globe
the chin strap the goatee the chevron mustache the five o'clock shadow finally in the 21st century
full beards came back in style a trimmed beard kept short and clean is the most attractive look
for any modern male despite a long history of ups and downs beards are back and better than ever
but it's not just another fad beards are scientifically proven signs of male attractiveness
countless studies have shown the impact a beard can have on your appearance but how does a beard
improve your look here are 10 research driven reasons why a beard makes you more attractive
number one the strong provider this male archetype has been around for centuries but it's no less
attractive now than it was a hundred years ago women are attracted to men who can take care
of themselves someone who's strong ambitious and capable according to a 2016 study in the journal
evolutionary biology a beard makes you look like a strong provider in evolutionary terms facial
hair is a sign of power and fertility among early humans bearded men could fight for and provide for
their families and communities times have changed but our biological preferences have not the same
physical features are prioritized in the world today beards are still symbolic of strength and
fertility they're just as attractive now as they were centuries ago number two facial narrowing
you can't change the shape of your face some people no matter how much they exercise
have chubby cheeks or a wide face even though you can't change the shape of your face
the beard can facial hair will narrow your face your cheeks and jaw will appear longer thinner and
sharper but only if you trim your beard the right way the key is downward growth let the hair grow
around your mouth and chin while trimming and shaping the sides this style makes your face look
longer and more masculine it's also important to shave the hair on your neck a neck beard softens
your jawline and gives your face a messier look so keep your neck hairs under control find a clean
line under your jaw to shave your beard and that way your jawline looks sharp and more attractive
number three the u-turn some beards significantly improve your appearance but not all beards are
attractive this comes from a 2013 study in the journal evolution and human behavior in this
study researchers analyzed the attractiveness of many facial hairstyles from mustaches to
long bushy beards researchers wanted to see which style women liked the most they discovered an odd
phenomenon as facial hair increases attractiveness increases but there is a limit to how much facial
hair you should grow a short but full beard was the most attractive to women in this study
as beards got longer ratings began to fall their level of attraction made a complete u-turn in
other words beards can greatly enhance your look but don't let your facial hair get out of control
number four the age booster no matter how old they actually are some men have a baby face they
have soft features rounded edges and a youthful look but a beard can make you look years older
many studies including those we've discussed so far have correlated facial hair with perceived age
women assume bearded men are more mature and that maturity makes them more attractive male
maturity is commonly associated with strength confidence and social status that's why many
women are attracted to older men so if you have a baby face it's time to give your appearance a
boost with a little scruff you'll look years older and much more attractive
number five facial masking in many ways beards are like makeup most men avoid using makeup to cover
blemishes and scars but you may still look in the mirror and wish those blemishes would disappear
a beard can make that happen facial hair can cover up things you don't want people to see
this is especially true for people with darker hair any blemishes around your mouth and chin will
disappear under a full beard according to a 2018 study in the journal perception blemishes have a
huge impact on your appearance blemishes decrease attractiveness perceived health and perceived
maturity so cover up those blemishes with a well-kept beard facial hair will not only clean
up your look it'll also leave a better impression on potential partners number six social authority
do beards make you more dominant they don't change your personality but they do change the way women
perceive you this comes from a 2008 study in the journal personality and individual differences
researchers asked a sample of women about bearded and non-bearded men who's better looking who's
more confident who makes more money across the board bearded men surpassed non-bearded men
they were perceived as social powerhouses bearded men appeared more confident more secure and more
dominant but here's the kicker those women were often looking at multiple pictures of the same man
in some pictures they had beards and in other pictures they didn't but time and time again their
beards earned higher scores so what does that mean for you if you want to change the way others
perceive you then forget the clean shaven look because a full beard could make all the difference
number seven potential parenting if you're looking for something long-term a beard will
be your best friend we know that beards make you look more mature from a biological perspective
facial hair is associated with age but it's also associated with parenthood and fatherhood
women perceive you as more mature so you seem more responsible and well established you seem
capable of raising and taking care of a family the vast majority of the population wants to have a
family at some point in their lives so if you look like a better father you'll look more attractive
even if you're not ready for a family this biological boost still works in your favor it
shows potential partners that you're trustworthy that you're sensible reliable and stable
who knew a little facial hair could do all that number eight increased desirability attraction
is more than physical and emotional sometimes you find someone attractive simply because other
people find them attractive this happens with celebrities on a regular basis if they weren't
famous few people would give them a second glance but how does this strange bias relate to you
facial hair increases your desirability in other words you seem like someone that more
women would be attracted to as your desirability increases your attractiveness increases you're
perceived as confident capable and experienced so even if your dating history hasn't changed
women assume you've found success in the dating world and that makes you a more desirable partner
number nine competitive capability competition has always played a role in physical desire
many of the most attractive men are athletes not only does competition refine a more attractive
figure women are also attracted to their competitive ability this comes from a 2010 study
in the journal evolution and human behavior they found that women are more attracted to traits that
increase competitiveness in other words certain physical features are associated with competition
and facial hair is one of them a beard like bigger muscles and deeper voices creates the illusion of
dominance and capability even if you're not a competitive person a beard will give you
a competitive look number 10 a symbol of health in the 1700s facial hair displayed uncleanliness and
poor health but these days the script has flipped our 2013 study the u-turn study discovered another
important effect of facial hair growing a beard is a sign of good health hair growth on your
face and your head is associated with good genes healthy grooming habits and physical self-care
for many women these are absolute deal breakers studies show that women prioritize health and
cleanliness for serious or long-term partners a well-trimmed beard shows that you're both healthy
and conscious of your appearance for many women that's a very attractive pair hey thank you for
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