In a world where attractiveness is often associated with conventional good looks and charm, there are some intriguing qualities that make certain men undeniably attractive. These unique characteristics, while unconventional, have the power to captivate and draw people in. In this article, we will delve into seven odd yet irresistibly attractive characteristics that some men possess.
According to studies, the science of attraction is notoriously unpredictable. Of course, physical attractiveness and emotional compatibility are key components of sex attraction. Tina B. Tessina, Ph.D., therapist and author of The Unofficial Guide to Dating Again, states, “There is both a physiology and a psychology of attraction.” Physiology is the chemistry that humans use, and it’s easy to become confused between the two.
Many studies have shown that the eyes are the most important organ. Large, dilated pupils are more indicative of attractiveness across the sexes than appealing faces, voices, or body odors. That’s because as people get excited, the black dot in the center of their eye gets bigger. This arousal signal is unconsciously appealing to both sexes.
1. Sex appeal can be a result of a captivating personality
Personal charisma actually increases your sexual allure, as shown in a study published in the journal Personal Relationships, so “he has a great personality” is no longer a code meaning “he’s not attractive. Participants in the study were asked to judge the attractiveness of pictures of people of the opposite sex before and after learning more about their characteristics. Positive qualities like honesty and helpfulness boosted good looks, while the opposite was true for negative qualities.
2. Long-term partnerships necessitate a more intellectual partner
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, found, after having women evaluate videos of males performing various verbal and physical tasks, that women preferred the guys who were more intelligent and creative. They published their findings in the journal Evolution & Human Behavior.
Tessina claims that the rise to fame and fortune of guys like Steve Jobs and Bill Gates marked the beginning of this trend. One study found that “less-attractive people are often more successful at building long-term relationships and happier in their relationships than attractive people. Women may find you more sexually attractive if they think you’re a nerd, since they’ll attribute such traits to you.
3. Scars on the face keep women curious
The birthmark on Drew Brees’ face may offer him an advantage in his sexual life, according to a study published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences. Researchers had 147 female participants judge the sexual attractiveness of individuals with and without facial scars. Women had a more favorable opinion of the guys with facial scars.
“Bored or stifled women are easy prey for bad boys,” Tessina explains. The bad-boy stereotype is glamorized in popular media, and some people find excitement in the face of peril. Women only wanted these men for a casual hookup, so don’t go enroll in dueling classes just yet.
4. Girls like guys with good moral fiber
Research published in the British Journal of Psychology found that women preferred relationships with “generous” males. Women rated these men highly for their altruism and thought they were attractive for long-term partnerships or even just a one-night stand.
Women, according to Tessina, seek out guys who are trustworthy and reliable. A man who has the integrity to keep his word in marriage is someone who is trustworthy, responsible, and accountable.
5. Men who workout are more appealing
Based on interviews with 66 heterosexual couples, a study published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior found that women who are ovulating find men with strong chins and strong brows more attractive. Strong facial traits are associated with stronger genes, so the study authors speculate that women may be attracted to men with these characteristics because of this evolutionary bias.
Recent research published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B suggests that body mass index (BMI) may play a role in attracting a partner alongside physical attractiveness. Women in this study found men with strong jawlines attractive, but they were more interested in how physically fit a man appeared than they were in his perceived level of machismo. This may be due to the same desire for a man with a strong immune system noted in other studies.
6. There is sexual appeal in having a robust immune system and a strong jawline
Potentially increasing your sexual allure is a robust immune system. According to research published in Nature Communications, men with high amounts of testosterone and certain stress chemicals also tend to have stronger immune systems and more masculine facial features, such as a strong jawline, which is a beautiful physical trait. In this study, the authors hypothesize that the simultaneous presence of both hormones may be what causes women to be drawn to men.
7. The women love a man with a stone-cold face
Despite our common perception that pride is an undesirable emotion, researchers at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver found that women were more drawn to depictions of proud males than happy ones. More than a thousand adults were polled on how sexually appealing they found guys in a variety of images.
Bad boys, as Tessina sees them, are charismatic and used to getting what they want through flattery. This could be enticing to some ladies. Many women, like many men, find authority appealing.
Attractiveness is not solely defined by physical appearance and charisma. These seven odd yet enchanting characteristics – quirkiness, intellectual curiosity, vulnerability, empathy, unconventional talent, fearlessness, and playfulness – highlight that being attractive is about being true to oneself. Embracing these qualities can set you apart and make you irresistibly attractive in your own unique way.