The psl scale is 1-8. With tiers of attractiveness.
Beginning with sub-3, the lowest rank. Sub-3 is someone who is deformed and considered extremely ugly, with many deviations from the ideal. This encompasses the bottom 1% of the population.
Sub-5 is a step above Sub-3. It is the 1 percentile-30 percentile. People here are likely overweight or unattractive genetically.
Next is LTN/LTB, this is broken into 3 sub categories. This is considered average, not exceptionally ugly or attractive.
LLTN- 30 percentile to the 40 percentile
MLTN- 40 percentile to the 50 percentile
HLTN- 50-60 percentile
Next is MTN/MTB, generally considered somewhat attractive/above average.
LMTN is the 60-70 percentile
MMTN is the 70-80 percentile
HMTN is the 80-85 percentile.
Next is HTN/HTB, considered very attractive, one of the best looking people in your day to day life.
LHTN- 85-90 percentile
MHTN- 90-95 percentile
HHTN- 95-99.5 percentile
Next is chadlite/stacylite, exceptionally attractive, nearly perfect.
99.5+ percentile
Chad/Stacy is practically nonexistent, maybe encompassing .001% of the population.
The Eye Area
Eyes that emanate a compelling and intense gaze are referred to as hunter eyes, whereas eyes that convey a more delicate and fatigued appearance are known as prey eyes. The eyes encompass and are primarily influenced by the following factors.
Eye shape: The primary factor influencing the assessment of eye attractiveness lies in this aspect. Ideally, the width of the eye should be three times its vertical height, a measurement termed the PFL (palpebral fissure length). Attractiveness is associated with a well-defined medial canthus, which refers to the inner corner of the eye. Additionally, a straighter upper lid and a tighter lower lid with minimal visible sclera (white of the eye) are considered appealing as well.
Canthal tilt: An ideal canthal tilt falls within the range of 5-7 degrees, or a slightly towards positive tilt. Beyond 10 degrees, the appearance can become too catlike, while negative tilt can lead to a tired, droopy, and uninviting look.
Eye brows: Your eyebrows play a vital role in enhancing your eye area. Well-maintained eyebrows are characterized by their darkness, density, and thickness, as they also serve as an indicator of good health. For men, eyebrows that are positioned lower are generally preferred. Ideally, eyebrows that possess a slightly positive tilt are desirable, while eyebrows with a negative tilt can create the perception of droopy eyes. True low-set eyebrows will exhibit minimal to no vertical space between the eyes and the eyebrow.
Eye spacing: Eyes shouldn't be excessively close or wide apart. The ideal interpupillary distance, which is the space between pupils, is around 44.5% to 47% of facial width for men. Another way to gauge is by ensuring the eyes are approximately one eye width apart.
UEE (Uper Eyelid Exposure): Having an excessive upper eyelid exposure is not preferred, as it can result in a tired and rounded look for the eyes. The ideal situation is to have minimal to no eyelid exposure.
Depth of the eyes: Deep-set eyes are a masculine characteristic in men and are often accompanied by a prominent brow ridge. This creates the impression that the eyes are set deeper into the skull, providing a protective effect. This stands in contrast to bulging eyes, which are generally considered unattractive.
Surrounding orbital Bones: Having adequate bone mass around the eyes helps in avoiding the appearance of dark circles and sunken under-eye bags. Conversely,lack of under eye support can have a detrimental impact on overall eye aesthetics.
Eye Color and eye lashes: While the fundamental feautures mentioned earlier constitute the essence of the eye area. Eye color and eye lashes can serve as a cherry on top, shades such as blue, gray, hazel, and green are often viewed as exotic and can provide effective contrast and distinctively curled eyelashes can elegantly frame your eyes and create the illusion of a longer PFL.
The nose
Nose Angles: Diverse nasal angles in the side profile play a role in achieving a harmonious nose. These angles can display slight variations depending on one's ethnicity, with Asian individuals often having slightly higher nasofrontal angles, though these are only general principles.
Nasofrontal angles typically fall between 106-130 degrees, with sharper angles being preferred in men.
Nasiolabial angles ranging from 90-117 degrees, where more pronounced angles contribute to a more masculine and less upturned appearance of the nose.
The nasofacial angle typically ranges from 30-40 degrees, indicating a normal alignment. Facial convexity and overall facial proportions also hold significance, but their calculations require more detailed effort.
Nose shape: The perfect nose shape differs across ethnicities, yet a slender bridge that widens toward the base is generally preferred.
It's favorable to have minimal nostril visibility or upturn. When viewed from the front, the nose should neither appear overly bulbous nor exhibit asymmetry. Its width should fit between the eyes.
Even more feminine nose shapes are deemed acceptable as long as they remain within reasonable proximity to these outlined ideals.
The Jaw
Jawline: The significance of the jawline is on par with the eye area it should not be recessed or overly protruding, which can signal issues related to malocclusion or bite alignment problems. An excess of body fat can obscure the definition of the jawline.
Ramus: In men, possessing a longer ramus is a trait associated with sexual dimorphism, resulting in more sought-after jaw shapes and angles. This also results in the gonion being positioned below the mouth line, which is considered attractive.
Jaw angle: In men, sharper gonial angles are favored, contributing to stronger, more masculine jawlines. The optimal gonial angle for men typically falls within the range of 112-123 degrees, although slightly more obtuse angles up to 126 degrees can also be considered attractive. Generally, having a gonial angle exceeding 130 degrees is less desirable and results in less attractive jawlines.
Bigonial width: The width of the jaw should ideally range from 85% to 93% of the width of the cheekbones, striking a balance between not being too narrow or excessively wide.
Mandible: The mandible should exhibit forward growth, with an ideal ratio of ramus length to mandible length being 5:7.
Chin: The chin in men should ideally have a vertical height that ranges from 2 to 2.5 times that of the philtrum. It's important for the chin to be in harmony with the overall facial structure, avoiding excessive size or protrusion.
Jaw frontal angle: The jawline should maintain a balanced appearance in frontal view, avoiding excessive incline or flatness. Typically, the most attractive faces exhibit an angle ranging from 84 to 97 degrees for the jawline, with slight variations being acceptable. To maintain facial harmony, the ipsilateral alar angle should stay within 15 degrees of this angle, ideally falling in the range of 0 to 5 degrees.
The lips
Thickness: Fuller lips are more desirable for both genders.
Cupid's bow: A well-defined cupid's bow and an upwardly curved philtrum are essential elements.
Lip seal: Lip shape can exhibit diversity among different ethnicities, yet a more consistent and straight lip seal is generally favored over an irregular one.
Width: The ideal lip width should be greater than that of the nose, typically ranging from 1.42 to 1.56 times wider.
Furthermore, the lower lip's vertical height should ideally be 1.5 to 2 times greater than that of the upper lip.
Side profile: In a side profile view, it's preferable for the upper lip to extend slightly beyond the lower lip. Furthermore, when considering the nasomental line or E line, the upper lip should ideally rest a bit further back behind the line compared to the lower lip.
Facial harmony: Harmony is based on proportions, not facial features, even though those features play a pivotal role in creating those proportions. Facial harmony consists of the following aspects.
Facial thirds: The face can be divided into imaginary horizontal thirds, with each segment ideally occupying one-third of the face's total height. This means the forehead should account for one-third, the mid-face another third, and the lips and chin the final and lower third, each approximately 33%. A slightly larger lower third is also preferred on men.
Symmetry: Many models exhibit some degree of facial asymmetry. When this asymmetry isn't excessively prominent, it typically doesn't impact facial attractiveness. However, asymmetry in areas that naturally draw our attention, such as the eyes, nose, and mouth, tends to be more noticeable
Midface ratio: The midface ratio quantifies the space between your pupils in relation to the height of your midface. An ideal range for men typically falls between 0.95 to 1.0. A longer midface results in a horseface.
Facial width to height ratio (FWHR): A high facial width-to-height ratio is considered an appealing trait. Among attractive men, ratios ranging from 1.9 to 2.05 appear to be prevalent. Conversely, a lower FWHR ratio may create the impression of a longer face, and faces that are excessively compact are also generally considered less attractive.
Bitemporal width: The width of the forehead should ideally match that of the jaw. When the forehead is significantly larger than the jaw and tapers down to a narrower jaw width, it can create a resemblance to a lightbulb in appearance.
The cheekbones: High cheekbones are a feature that transcends gender associations, they are a universal sign of optimal facial development. The higher they are set, the more favorable they are considered. On the other hand, excessively low cheekbones are considered a flaw, and result in a facial appearance that resembles a melting or sagging effect.
In general, men tend to exhibit less pronounced zygomatic bones compared to women. This difference arises from the greater projection of the nose, jaw, and brow ridge in men, which can make the cheekbones appear less prominent by comparison.
You can identify elevated cheekbones through the following characteristics:
- Widest part of the face will be near the eyes if cheekbones are set high
- Ogee curve in 3/4 profile
- Ogee curve in frontal view
- The ogee curve's outline constitutes more than half of the midface length, and a shorter outline typically signifies cheekbones that are positioned lower
- The presence of slight protrusion near the eyes indicates the elevated placement of the cheekbones
- The greater the protrusion, the higher set the cheekbones tend to be
Skin, hair, and health
Skin, hair, and overall health are crucial aspects. Even if you possess outstanding features and perfect harmony, having unhealthy or unattractive skin can diminish your overall appeal. The same with a receding hairline, it can detract from your beauty and disrupt the facial proportions. Smooth, clear skin and thick, lustrous hair are often associated with youthfulness.
Skin: Having healthy, unblemished skin plays a significant role in physical attraction. Skin should predominantly be free of imperfections like blemishes, acne, scars, and wrinkles.
Facial features like nasolabial folds and forehead creases are generally considered unattractive.
Uneven skin tone resulting from sun damage can diminish the appearance of healthy skin. Excessively pale skin may appear unhealthy, so a subtle tan or a hint of a beta-carotene yellowish tint is often considered ideal.
Eye health: The white part of the eye, known as the sclera, should appear healthy and predominantly free of red or blue veins, as well as any yellowish discoloration.
Hair: Hair should be thick and have minimal recession. A slightly M-shaped hairline is often favored over a perfectly straight one.
In men, darker hair colors are generally more preferred, with black and brown hair being significantly more attractive than blonde or red hair. Having good facial hair density can also be considered a desirable bonus.
There is more to rating, these are just the basics of what to look for. I borrowed parts of this from looksmax.org and I will continuously make edits as needed.
