The Genetic Components for Beauty in Both Genders

💚Facial Beauty- Genetics?

I was looking at my old files the other day searching for ideas for my blogs. I found I have written a couple of articles on the genetics of musical/artistic talents but had never written if there is a genetic component for a person's attractiveness ( beauty) in both genders.   The websites below discus in detail the current knowledge of the genes that may be associated with being a beautiful person in both genders. 

" In females, the genetic variations that most closely related to facial attractiveness were linked to genes that affect body mass, or the measure of a person’s weight and height.  In males, the genetic variations were linked to genes that affect blood cholesterol levels.

The study authors point out that research has found blood cholesterol levels play a role “in the synthesis of testosterone and other steroid hormones.” That may help explain why attractiveness scores were tied to a cholesterol gene.

The correlation between a female’s body mass and attractiveness, however, points to one of the limitations of the study: Researchers don’t yet understand the roles of age, physical body shape, facial expression, and makeup in the perception of attractiveness".

Conclusion: Similar to many other human traits, there is not a ‘master gene’ that determines a person’s attractiveness,” Lu( author) said in a statement. “Instead, it is most likely associated with a large number of genetic components with weak effects.

Beauty standards varies from regions all over the world. What may be considered beautiful in Asia may not be necessarily beautiful in Africa or South America vice versa.  So  what is considered beautiful in Asia?  

Facial Features. Small and V-shaped Face: A petite, V-shaped face is often considered ideal in Asian beauty standards. Big eyes, a high nose bridge, and a delicate jawline contribute to this sought-after facial profile. Double Eyelids: In most Asian cultures, having a crease or "double eyelids" is considered attractive,

Additionally, large and expressive eyes with a double eyelid, a small and straight nose, and a small and full mouth are often prioritized in Asian beauty standards. Fair or pale skin is also considered attractive, as it is associated with youth, elegance, and wealth.

For complete details visit:  

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/scientists-find-the-genes-that-determine-beauty#Your-artistic-skills-might-be-as-heritable-as-your-eye-color

💚https://www.thedailystar.net/news-detail-156175

Finally here are the top ten most beautiful women and Men of the world for 2024. Do you Agree?

 Lastly to me beauty is not only the physical aspects of the person, but her/his mind and personality as well and as the spiritual side of the person. Again I agree on the saying that Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder.

1. "Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart." - Kahlil Gibran
2. "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." - Helen Keller
3. "Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it." - Confucius
4. Meanwhile here are synonyms for the word "beautiful". 
   attractive

   pretty

   handsome

   good-looking

   nice-looking

   pleasing

   alluring

   prepossessing

   as pretty as a picture

   lovely

   charming

   delightful

   appealing

   engaging

   winsome

   ravishing

   gorgeous

   heavenly

   stunning

   arresting

   glamorous

   irresistible

   bewitching

   beguiling

   graceful

   elegant

   exquisite

   aesthetic

   artistic

   decorative

   magnificent

   bonny

   hot

   tasty

   divine

   knockout

   drop-dead gorgeous

   fanciable

   beddable

   easy on the eye

   fit

   smashing

   cute

   foxy

   beaut

   spunky

   beauteous

   comely

   fair

   sightly

   pulchritudinous

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   

   Speaking of Beauty: I have resided here at THD for over 15 months now, but it was only last week, I saw this beautiful antique table at our Conference Room, just across our Lobby and Activity Room. Judge for yourself.

   
   

   

   
   Note to THD Management: Several residents requested that I write in my blogs that sofas be provided near the FirePlace in our new activity room for seating comfort and enjoyment of the Fire Place for the coming winter months. The Sofas do not have to be new!