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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Main Authors: Ian D. Stephen, Francesca H. Oldham, David I. Perrett, Robert A. Barton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2012-07-01
Series:Evolutionary Psychology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/147470491201000312