Consumer Information Magazine
The internet, especially social media, has become the filter through which we view the world and ourselves. Nowadays, it is normal to have a number of images of our own face, from snapshots to selfies and videos. With the countless images of our face, the jawline—specifically the jaw-chin contour—draws increasing attention.When taking a selfie, it becomes clear how well-defined contours enhance the face’s attractiveness and harmony. It’s no coincidence that savvy women angle their selfies from above with an outstretched arm, while adept men tend to look down into the camera. Viewed from above, the jaw appears narrower and more delicate, creating a more feminine look, whereas from below, it appears broader and stronger, reinforcing a more masculine appearance.
From Ls and Vs
Many men strive for the so-called “L-jawline”, i.e. a striking contour that, conventionally speaking, looks particularly masculine. Women, on the other hand, often rave about the “V-jawline”, a curved line that extends from the ears to the chin. However, these contours are by no means tied to one gender. Audrey Hepburn and Angelina Jolie, for example, are and were known for their distinctive L-jawlines, while Orlando Bloom and Justin Bieber are admired for their soft facial features, as well as their talents!
A selfie reveals more than a thousand words
Which contour suits best is absolutely individual. What is noticeable is that the jawline receives significantly more attention today than in the past. And science also provides evidence that heterosexual women find defined jawlines on men particularly attractive. At the same time, the jawline seems to have become a new source of insecurity: Two-thirds of the American population is bothered by excess fat on the chin and around the neck. A defined jawline looks youthful and vital, especially in selfies. The discussion about the jawline is therefore likely to remain in vogue in the future. For the selfie generation, the jaw-chin line is already often more important than pretty cheeks. So next time you take a selfie, pay attention to your jawline: Are you photographing yourself from above or below to flatter your face? Are you an L or V type? Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt or Orlando Bloom and Jennifer Aniston? The selfie test will tell you.
