High cheekbones are a desirable feature when it comes to ageing because the face keeps its shape better. People with oval shaped faces will stay youthful due to “typically high cheekbones, balanced proportions of forehead and cheeks and sharp contours”, Dr Raj said.
High Cheekbones
Simply put, prominent cheekbones + fewer sagging jowls = a younger look.
So what happens to your cheekbones as you age? Signs of ageing begin at the midface, with loss of volume and shape along the length of the cheek silhouette. As you age further, bone loss means your face loses width and height, so that the sides of the cheek bones (zygomatic arches) reduce in size.
Your cheekbones are considered high cheekbones when your malar bones are located closely below your eyes, giving a more sculpted shape to your face. High cheekbones are often considered one of the most desirable facial features for a good side profile. Defined cheekbones can create a more radiant appearance.
Round faces tend to age very well compared to other face shapes due to the fact they store a lot of fat in the cheek area. This can keep you looking younger for longer than those who lose fat quicker. This means that a gaunt and dull complexion takes longer to develop.
Diamond. The diamond shaped face is the rarest of face shapes, and is defined by a narrow forehead, wide cheekbones and a narrow chin. Diamond shaped faces are usually narrower at the eye line and jaw line, with high and often dramatic cheekbones.
Without the volume to support it, skin can sag and fold, leading to facial folds, wrinkles, turkey neck, and jowls. The combination can make a big difference in your facial appearance, and for some people it can have a much more dramatic effect, making you look more than just four years older.
Angelina Jolie is perhaps one of the most notable examples of high cheekbones in Hollywood today. In silhouette, you can see how the bones of her face are especially prominent right beneath her eyes.
Some ethnicities known for having high cheekbones include Asian, African, and Amerindian.
Low Cheekbones vs High Cheekbones
Sex plays a role too, as women tend to have lower malar bones than men. Scientifically, there is no meaningful difference between high and low cheekbones, their placement on the face, and how it pertains to the overall health of your body.
It is generally accepted that facial growth is complete and implants can be placed in females at approximately 17 years of age and in males at approximately 21-22 years of age.
There are a few facial features and physical characteristics that make us look older: Skin: As we age, the skin naturally begins to lose collagen and skin elasticity. This results in the development of wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin textures, and skin sagging.
Diamond Face Shape
Typically, cheekbones are high and strong, and the distance between them is slightly wider than the forehead length. The chin is also more narrow and pointed, and the hairline tends to come to a more angular point.
Diamond Face Shape:
Cheekbones are the widest part of your face and will sit nice and high. Your forehead won't be as wide as a heart shaped face.
High cheekbones.
Men and women love pronounced cheekbones, although for different reasons. According to a study in The Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, high cheekbones are seen as an indicator of high oestrogen levels in women, as well as a sign of youthfulness.
Wide and high cheekbones: The personality of those possessing these traits will often have a high level of trust. They are independent in both life and work, without the help and support of those around them. People with wide and high cheekbones tend to be individualistic, so they are easily misunderstood as arrogant.
High cheekbones in relation to the lower half of the face are attractive in both women and men. However, high cheeks have a greater effect on facial attractiveness in women (Woo H.K., 2020, Head Face Med).
Women with a high forehead and high cheekbones have rather soft jawline. That's why short, cropped pixies; mid-cut bobs; or long, flowy layers are perfect for heart-shaped faces. Some side bangs will help soften the forehead. Layered ends around your collarbone create the illusion of a smaller jaw and smoother chin.
According to Nakra, low, flat cheekbones and a small, curved jawbone are common in round face shapes. Ourian agrees, and also says that for round faces, cheeks will be the widest part of the face.
High cheekbones tend to create a very symmetrical face, which science has proven to be noticed more often and seen with much more appeal. In fact, high cheekbones are considered a beauty trait that is found often in fashion models.
Caucasian skin has very little pigment to protect your collagen from breaking down at an early age. Northern European caucasians with thinner skin develop visibly rough skin texture with aging and ultraviolet (sun) exposure. Wrinkles can appear as early as your 20s.
Naturally dry skin is likely to age faster because the drier the outer skin layers, the less pliable they are. Well moisturised skin is more elastic: “Natural oils and sebum in the skin aid moisture, making the skin appear more plump and moist,” says Alabassi.