What does it mean to have a good silhouette?
In recent years, "good contouring" has become a hot topic on social platforms, especially in the fields of beauty, photography and fashion. So, what exactly does it mean to have a good silhouette? What aesthetic trends does it reflect? This article will give you a detailed analysis based on the hot content of the entire network in the past 10 days.
1. What is “good silhouette”?

"Good contours" usually means that the facial or body lines are smooth, well-proportioned, and in line with public aesthetic standards. This concept comes from the discussion of the three-dimensional sense of the facial features, the definition of the jawline and the overall facial proportions. It appears frequently in short video platforms and the medical beauty industry.
| keywords | Search volume (last 10 days) | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| Good silhouette | 128,000 | Xiaohongshu, Douyin |
| facial contour | 95,000 | Weibo, Bilibili |
| jawline | 73,000 | Zhihu, Kuaishou |
2. Why does “contour” become the focus of aesthetics?
1.social media push: Short video and selfie culture have made people pay more attention to facial details. Clear jawlines and three-dimensional facial features are more photogenic.
2.Medical aesthetic technology development: The popularity of non-surgical items (such as thread carving and hyaluronic acid filling) makes "contour adjustment" possible.
3.star power: In recent popular dramas, the protagonist's "perfect profile" has triggered a craze for imitation. For example, Zhang Wanyi's jawline in "Sauvignon Blanc" has been highly discussed.
| Related hot events | heat index | time |
|---|---|---|
| Zhang Wanyi's jawline is out of circle | 852,000 | 2023-08-15 |
| Little Red Book#OutlineChallenge# topic | 637,000 | 2023-08-10 |
| Douyin "contour makeup" tutorial | 481,000 | 2023-08-12 |
3. How to judge whether the contour is "good"?
From a professional perspective, the ideal facial contour must meet the following conditions:
1.The proportions of the three courts and five eyes are coordinated: The length from the hairline to the eyebrow arch, the eyebrow arch to the bottom of the nose, and the bottom of the nose to the chin is close to 1:1:1.
2.Moderate mandibular angle: The ideal angle is 116°-120°. Too straight or sharp will affect the appearance.
3."Four high and three low" on the side: The forehead, nose tip, lip beads, and chin should show natural curvature.
4. Practical methods to improve contours
Based on the popular content in the past 10 days, the mainstream methods include:
| method | Discussion popularity | Applicable people |
|---|---|---|
| Contouring makeup | 72.4% | Daily quick adjustments |
| Fitness and fat loss | 58.9% | Fatty type blurred outline |
| Medical beauty project | 41.3% | Bone/skin laxity issues |
5. Controversy and Reflection
Although "contour anxiety" has given rise to a huge consumer market, some experts have recently warned:
1. Aesthetics are subjective, and internet celebrity standards may not be suitable for everyone;
2. Excessive pursuit of contours may cause body image disorders (the latest research shows that the number of related consultations increased by 37% year-on-year);
3. Natural facial features tend to be more recognizable and memorable.
Conclusion
"Good silhouette" reflects the pursuit of sophistication in contemporary aesthetics, but the definition of beauty is always diverse. While paying attention to the outside world, it is also necessary to establish a healthy self-awareness. As a popular comment said: "Surface is a gift from your parents, but temperament is a lesson you learn by yourself."
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