Introduction
The nose is a facial organ that marks the center of the face. It plays a significant role in providing facial symmetry and esthetics. According to cosmetology, the external traits of the nose and other facial organs should stay in concordance with each other to grant facial charm and beauty. Cosmetology is the branch that deals exclusively with beauty enhancement treatments. The assessment of the shape, structure, and size of the nose was made in the ancient period itself, in both males and females, to enhance beauty.
What Is the Ideal Nose Shape?
An ideal nose should have the best features like size, shape, and structure and possess the required ratio related to the face and other facial organs. There are different nose shapes, but only a few are considered ideal according to cosmetology. Some of them are:
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Button Nose: A button or snub nose is a small nose with an incline towards the tip. It has a short nose bridge and may usually be liked by many and may be requested the most by the people to the plastic surgeon to perform a nose job to attain this particular shape.
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Upturned Nose: An upturned or celestial nose is a short nose with a protruded tip curving upwards. Many celebrities possess upturned noses, and this nose shape is in high demand in case of nose job procedures.
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Acquiline Nose: Acquiline nose has a different type of nose bridge with a slight curve that slopes and makes the nose protrude more from the face. The word aquiline means ‘resembling an eagle.’ This particular nose shape may be familiar to many due to its presence in Roman sculptures. Therefore, it is also called the Roman nose.
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Greek Nose: Greek nose is considered one of the most esthetic shapes of the nose. It is in high demand in the plastic surgery industry and may be required as an output post-surgery by most of the candidates. It is a rare nose shape where the bridge of the nose is straight with fewer curves.
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Duchess Nose: Duchess nose is considered extremely attractive as it has an edge that is straight.
What Makes the Nose Less Attractive, According to Cosmetology?
Some of the features that make the nose less attractive, according to cosmetology, are:
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Bulbous Tipped Nose: In this case, the tip of the nose will be bulbous or enlarged, making the nose out of ratio when compared to other facial organs and the size and shape of the face.
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Droopy Nasal Tip: In this case, the nasal tip may be pointing downwards—the drooping increases on smiling, widening the nostrils.
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Piggy-Shaped Nose: This is the type of nose where the nostrils are wide and obvious.
What Is the Golden Ratio?
A guideline used to measure facial proportion is called a golden ratio or divine proportion. It is a helpful tool that is used in aesthetic or plastic surgeries, dentistry, and other facial procedures. It was first observed and experimented with the help of facial cephalograms (X-rays of the skull). The golden ratio is taken by measuring the length and width of the face. Specific landmarks are initially marked on the face. They are trichion (point on the middle part of the hairline), the gnathion (lowest point on the lower border of the jaw bone), and zygons (most sidewise point on the zygomatic arch on both sides). The measurement between the trichion and gnathion gives the length of the face, and the measurement between the zygions gives the width. The ratio between the length and the width should be calculated. The golden ratio is 1.6. The ratio lesser than or greater than the golden ratio value indicates a short or a long face, respectively.
What Are the Methods to Measure the Size or Proportion of the Nose?
The ratio and the external features of the nose can be measured in different ways.
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Horizontal Proportion: By this method, the face will be divided into three horizontal segments- from the hairline to the area above the nose, from the upper part to the base of the nose, and from the nose’s base to the lowest part of the chin. In this method, the middle third solely measures the nasal area. Ideally, all three horizontal segments measure the same. These measurements also depend on the genetics and ethnicity of the individual.
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Vertical Proportion: By this method, the face will be divided into five vertical segments- the lateral helix of the ear to the outer canthus of the eye on both sides, the outer to the inner canthus of the eye on both sides, and the width of the nose. Ideally, all five segments measure the same. In other words, the width of the nose will be approximately one-fifth the width of the face.
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Measuring the Dorsum: The dorsum is the bridge of the nose. A straight bridge or a dorsum with a slanting tip is considered more attractive.
What Is Rhinoplasty?
Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery that enhances the size and shape of the nose. In layman’s terms, it is called a nose job. It can be done for cosmetic purposes or to improve functions like breathing. The candidate may be unsatisfied with the bulbous, droopy, or upturned nasal features. The surgery may also help reduce the enlarged opening of the nostrils. It may also correct the size and shape of the nose. The surgery also brings functional improvement by rectifying a deviated nasal septum and clearing out nasal blockages.
A nose job improves facial appearance and is in high demand in the modern age as people are influenced by celebrities or social media influencers. Just like any other surgery, rhinoplasty also comes with side effects and complications. Care has to be taken while choosing the surgeon, clinic, or hospital and throughout the whole procedure. Proper aftercare will also be essential.
Conclusion
A perfect nose depends on various features. There are specific measurements that estimate the external appearance of the nose. However, ideal measurements will usually stay in the form of theoretical figures. The entire artistry of the face and facial organs varies based on gender, heredity, and ethnicity. What looks prettiest for one may be different from the other.
