TLDR Hair loss affects attractiveness but can suggest intelligence, and face perception is complex, involving factors like age and smile.
The study investigates the social perception of male faces, focusing on factors such as hair loss, attractiveness, and personality dimensions, using a sample of 1,618 participants. It finds that hair loss negatively correlates with attractiveness, though this effect diminishes when age is considered. Wearing a toupee generally improves attractiveness, while baldness can be associated with higher intelligence ratings. The research identifies key dimensions of face perception, including Agreeableness, Attractiveness, Masculinity, and Status, and highlights the complexity of personality impressions, which are influenced by external variables like age and smile. The study critiques simplistic models like the Valence-Dominance model and suggests a more nuanced approach to understanding personality impressions, emphasizing the importance of individual characteristics and the potential for typological approaches to offer new insights.
1 citations,
December 2024 in “Qeios” Hair loss affects attractiveness but can suggest intelligence, and face perception is complex, involving factors like age and smile.
Men with hair loss are seen as less attractive and shorter, and height is a key factor in attractiveness ratings.
Wearing a toupee makes men seem more attractive and slightly healthier, but doesn't change how confident they appear.
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19 citations,
January 2001 in “Dermatology + psychosomatics” The review concluded that male pattern baldness is mostly seen negatively, affecting attractiveness and social appeal.
Wearing a toupee makes men seem more attractive and slightly healthier, but doesn't change how confident they appear.
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Hair loss can cause significant social and emotional issues, especially for women and young men.
Toupees improved perceived attractiveness, especially by older people, but had little effect on perceived self-assurance and health.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Hair restoration greatly improved George's confidence and self-identity.
12 citations,
May 1989 in “Postgraduate Medicine” The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.
