Redness Enhances Perceived Aggression, Dominance and Attractiveness in Men's Faces
In a range of non-human primate, bird and fish species, the intensity of red coloration in males is associated with social dominance, testosterone levels and mate selection. In humans too, skin redness is associated with health, but it is not known whether – as in non-human species – it is also asso...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2012-07-01
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Series: | Evolutionary Psychology |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/147470491201000312 |