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Brow archetype preferred by Korean women
Seong Kee Kim1, Seung Hyun Cha, Kun Hwang
1From the *Dr Kim's Aesthetic Surgical Plastic Clinic, Seoul, Korea; †Department of Plastic Surgery, Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea; ‡Inha University School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea; §Peninsula Medical School, Exeter, UK; and ¶Inha Research Institute for Medical Science, Incheon, Korea.
The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
|July 10, 2014
Summary
Korean women show a strong preference for the Anastasia brow archetype, with significant variations based on occupation. This finding is valuable for facial rejuvenation and eyebrow aesthetics.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Facial Aesthetics
- Dermatology
Background:
- Brow aesthetics play a crucial role in facial harmony and rejuvenation.
- Several brow archetypes exist, each with distinct characteristics.
- Understanding preferences is key for aesthetic procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the preferred brow archetype among Korean women.
- To investigate the influence of demographic factors on brow preference.
- To provide insights for facial rejuvenation and eyebrow tattooing.
Main Methods:
- A survey was conducted on 300 Korean women across three groups: medical students, plastic surgery clinic visitors, and brow bar clients.
- Participants were presented with five established brow archetypes (Westmore, Lamas, Anastasia, Schreiber, Hwang) and asked to select their ideal.
- Statistical analysis, including chi-squared tests, was used to evaluate preferences and correlations.
Main Results:
- A significant majority (77.3%) believed an ideal brow method exists.
- The Anastasia archetype was the most preferred overall (44.8%), followed by Lamas (22.0%).
- Preferences varied significantly across demographic groups and occupations, with Anastasia consistently favored.
Conclusions:
- The Anastasia brow archetype is highly preferred by Korean women.
- Occupation is a significant factor influencing brow archetype preference.
- Findings can guide practitioners in facial rejuvenation, brow aesthetics, and eyebrow tattooing.
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