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ArticleAesthetic plastic surgery2024

A Gaze into the Eyebrow Standards of Asian Versus Caucasian Women.

Rui Zeng, Nicholas Moellhoff, Sebastian Cotofana, Riccardo Giunta, Severin Wiggenhauser, Emily Glaue, Kyu-Ho Yi, Wolfgang G Philipp-Dormston, Christian Merkel, Konstantin Frank

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Rui Zeng *Division of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, 80336, Munich, Germany.
Nicholas Moellhoff *Division of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, 80336, Munich, Germany.
Sebastian CotofanaDepartment of Dermatology, Erasmus Hospital, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Riccardo GiuntaDivision of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, 80336, Munich, Germany.
Severin WiggenhauserDivision of Hand, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, LMU University Hospital, LMU Munich, 80336, Munich, Germany.
Emily GlaueLithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas, Lithuania.
Kyu-Ho YiMaylin Clinic (Apgujeong), Seoul, Korea.
Wolfgang G Philipp-DormstonFaculty of Health, University Witten/Herdecke, Witten, Germany.
Christian MerkelPrivate Practice, Munich, Germany.
Konstantin FrankDepartment of Plastic, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Regensburg, Franz-Josef-Strauß Allee 11, 93053, Regensburg, Germany. konstantinfrank@me.com.ORCID 0000-0001-6994-8877

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Abstract

backgroundEyebrow position affects perceived facial expression and youthfulness, and its modification is a key component of facial rejuvenation.

objectiveThis investigation aimed to assess the preferred vertical eyebrow position, apex location, and eyebrow shape in Caucasian and Asian individuals and to analyze gaze patterns during aesthetic judgment using eye-tracking technology. MATERIALS AND

methodsThe study included 76 Asian and Caucasian volunteers with no medical background. Eye movements were captured with a Tobii Pro Nano eye-tracker. Participants viewed AI-generated images of Caucasian and Asian females with varied eyebrow positions (ratios 1:1.3 to 1:2.5), shapes (angles 8° to 20°), and apex positions. Aesthetic preferences were rated on a 5-point Likert scale. Eye-tracking metrics and aesthetic ratings were statistically analyzed using ANOVA and bivariate correlations.

resultsBoth genders across ethnicities preferred a moderate eyebrow position ratio of 1:1.6. For eyebrow shapes, a 12° angle received the highest ratings, while extremes were less favored, indicating a preference for moderately curved eyebrows. The most appealing apex position was above the lateral canthus for Asians, and halfway between the lateral limbus and lateral canthus for Caucasians. Eye-tracking revealed longer fixations on unattractive features, suggesting more complex cognitive processing, while attractive features were processed more efficiently.

conclusionThe study revealed that aesthetic preferences for eyebrow features are influenced by both ethnic background and gender, with a general preference toward moderately curved eyebrows and subtle variations in preferred positions. These findings suggest a need for culturally sensitive approaches in facial aesthetic procedures and highlight the potential of eye-tracking technology to enhance surgical planning. Surgeons are advised to adopt a conservative, patient-centered approach when modifying eyebrow features, considering individual and cultural aesthetics to maximize patient satisfaction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE V: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

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Asian PeopleEyebrowsWhite PeopleAdultEstheticsEye MovementsFacial ExpressionFemaleHealthy VolunteersHumansMaleMiddle AgedYoung AdultBeauty standardCaucasiaEyebrowEyebrow angulationEyebrow apexEyebrow elevationEyebrow positionTemporal lift

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