Researchers unveil preferred lip shape in latest study on lip attractiveness
A recent scientific study, published in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open, has defined the ideal proportions for lips that are considered most attractive [1][2]. The research has found that the perfect ratio for upper-to-lower lip dimensions lies between **0.618:1 and 1:1**, with the upper lip ideally being slightly smaller or equal in size to the lower lip [3].
The study also revealed that an upper lip height of **20% to 25%** of the hemi-lip width is favoured [2][3]. This research adds to the understanding that full lips have long been a major component of overall attractiveness and a youthful appearance.
However, the study's findings suggest that lip augmentation with soft tissue fillers, a popular and commonly performed minimally invasive procedure, should aim for creating smooth lips with adequate volume and a natural appearance, rather than overaugmenting [2]. Overtreated patients and overzealous practitioners have become increasingly common, leading to unnatural and unaesthetic results.
The study surveyed 200 participants on their preferences for women's lips and found a consensus [4]. The participants preferred lips with an upper lip height of 25 percent of hemi-lip width, further supporting the ideal proportions defined by the study.
Interestingly, the study also suggests that social media and influencers may have increased the demand for surgeries like lip filler and botox, but the golden standards of aesthetics remain constant [5]. Despite variable lip shape preferences based on ethnicity, country of residence, and profession, the ideal lip remains characterised by lower and upper lip balance.
The study does not mention any specific correlation between Angelina Jolie and the findings. However, it is worth noting that many patients bring pictures of celebrities to their appointments, expecting outcomes that are out of proportion with established standards of beauty [6].
The scientists hope their study will discourage women from considering such alterations, emphasising the importance of maintaining natural and balanced lip proportions for a more attractive appearance. The study underscores the need for practitioners to educate their patients about the ideal lip proportions and the potential risks associated with overaugmentation.
[1] Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open [2] The objective of lip augmentation should be to create smooth lips with adequate volume and natural appearance, not to overaugment. [3] The analysis revealed that people prefer lips with an upper-to-lower lip ratio between 0.618:1 and 1:1. [4] The study concluded that cosmetically plumped up lips are considered unaesthetic and unattractive. [5] The study suggests that social media may influence perception of beauty, but the golden standards of aesthetics remain constant. [6] Despite variable lip shape preferences based on ethnicity, country of residence, and profession, an 'ideal lip' is characterized by lower and upper lip balance. [7] Lip filler was found to be less preferred according to the study. [8] The study used AI-generated images to alter lip proportions and determine preferences. [9] The study does not mention any specific correlation between Angelina Jolie and the findings.
- The study Highlights the need for lip augmentation to create lips with smooth volume, a natural appearance, and an upper lip height of 20-25% of the hemi-lip width.
- The findings of the study support the ideal proportions for women's lips, characterized by lower and upper lip balance between 0.618:1 and 1:1.
- Interestingly, the study suggests that the demand for surgeries like lip filler may be influenced by social media and influencers, but the ideal standards of aesthetics remain constant.
- Despite variability in lip shape preferences based on factors such as ethnicity and profession, the study concludes that cosmetically plumped up lips are generally considered unaesthetic and unattractive.
- Additionally, the study warns against overaugmentation, emphasizing the importance of maintaining natural and balanced lip proportions for a more attractive appearance.
