50+ Remarkable Things That Attract People From All Over The World
When it comes to beauty, it’s all in the eye of the beholder! Despite its age, this saying still holds true today. There are a surprising number of interesting things that people in different countries around the world find appealing. The word “interesting” conjures up images that you’ll have to look twice at because you’ll be surprised by what you see. Check out the list we’ve put together and make up your own mind!
Crooked Teeth – Japan
Straight teeth are practically a requirement if you reside in the Western world. There are many of us who don’t have it who tend to smile less than those who have it because we don’t want others to know. On the other hand, the Japanese have a unique perspective on teeth. They believe that crooked teeth enhance your attractiveness. This change is becoming increasingly appealing in the Western world.
Body Scarification – West Africa
We understand what you’re thinking: scars aren’t widely regarded as attractive features. That may be true in most parts of the world, but they are unmistakably a sign of beauty for the people of New Guinea and some African tribes.
Body Scarification – West Africa
The beauty quotient of these indigenous women is solely associated with scarifications. Scarifications are a symbol of strength and being a warrior for men.
Heart-Shaped Face – South Korea
Some countries place a high value on appearances, and as a result, people in these countries are more receptive to cosmetic surgery. Take, for example, South Korea, where advertisements for procedures are common.
Heart Shaped Face – South Korea
One of these procedures is intended to help the women there in achieving a specific attribute that is regarded as a true sign of beauty. This is, of course, the heart-shaped face, which can only be achieved through minor cosmetic surgery on the chin.
Extra Weight – Mauritania
People all over the world are concerned about their physical appearance. In most countries, carrying a little extra weight makes you feel self-conscious because it is not considered attractive.
Extra Weight – Mauritania
This is still a known struggle, even if it is changing slightly. However, this is not the case for Mauritania’s women. In fact, men find women who are overweight to be far more attractive than women who are not.
Surgical Dressing – Iran
You might want to get a little work done on your nose no matter where you live. It could be too big or too small, or you simply want a new look. Many people want to change things up.
Surgical Dressing – Iran
This procedure is very common in Iran, despite the fact that it is also very expensive. In this country, having a straight nose is considered attractive, and many men and women undergo nose surgery.
Pale Skin – China
Many people in the Western world wish to have a golden tan, but some countries believe that pale skin is a sign of beauty — places such as China, for example.
Pale Skin – China
Many of the beauty products sold in this country contain some sort of bleaching agent to achieve this paler skin. In order to achieve their desired skin tone, Chinese people will also try to avoid the sun or wear masks.
High Forehead – Africa
Depending on your culture, many different parts of the body are considered attractive. If you’re from the Fula tribe in Africa, for example, you might prefer to have a high forehead.
High Forehead – Africa
Many of these tribal women will go so far as to shave off sections of their hair to raise their brows. When you think about it, the lengths to which we will go in order to achieve our ideal of beauty is quite incredible.
Long Necks – Burma
It’s no shocker that many cultures around the world consider a woman’s neck to be one of her most attractive features. In most cases, however, these locations do not require you to do anything other than lifting your hair off your neck.
Long Necks – Burma
Even so, this is not the case in Eastern Burma. In fact, the Kayan tribe’s women actively stretch their necks out there. They accomplish this by wearing a brass ring necklace that lengthens the neck. Ouch!
Red Skin – Africa
It’s no understatement to say that skin tone is one of the physical characteristics that people find attractive. Some people prefer to be darker, while others prefer to be lighter, but there is a tribe in Africa who prefers to be redder.
Red Skin – Africa
To protect themselves from the sun’s harmful rays, the Himba tribe of Namibia uses a mixture of red ochre and fat. Their skin turns red as a result of this mixture, and this has become one of the tribe’s most attractive features.
Unibrows – Tajikistan
If you walked around with a unibrow in most parts of the Western world, you’d be mocked or at the very least stared at. This is due to the fact that going ungroomed in these areas is not very attractive.
Unibrows – Tajikistan
However, this isn’t always the case. In Tajikistan, the unibrow is regarded as a sign of both male and female beauty. So much so that a young girl will pencil it in even if she doesn’t have one.
Stretched Earlobes – Africa
A woman with pierced ears and the ability to wear beautiful jewelry is considered very attractive by the majority of the world. Wearing heavy jewelry and stretching your earlobes out, however, is considered beautiful in some parts of the world.
Stretched Earlobes – Africa
Members of the Masai tribe, for example, deliberately stretch out their ear lobes over time. For the tribe’s women, this is regarded as a status symbol, and as a result, everyone pays attention to how long their ears are.
Shaved Heads – Africa
When most people think of beautiful women, they envision long, luscious locks flowing down their backs. Some cultures, on the other hand, hold the opposite viewpoint.
Shaved Heads – Africa
Women with shaved heads are thought to be more attractive in some parts of Africa than those with long hair or braids. So, as we’re beginning to notice, beauty standards vary greatly depending on where you live.
Face Tattoo – New Zealand
Tattoos are highly popular among the Mallory tribe of New Zealand. Every tattoo is one-of-a-kind and intended to give honor to their ancestral heritage. Tā moko is a permanent marking or “tattoo” practiced traditionally by Māori, the indigenous people of New Zealand.
Face Tattoo – New Zealand
These tattoos also indicate which tribe a woman is a member of and where she stands within that tribe. As a result, these women tend to tattoo their lips and chins solely for aesthetic purposes. What are your thoughts on the look?
Henna Tattoos – India
In India, henna tattoos are one of the most popular beauty trends. These unique tattoos are worn to add interest to one’s appearance, especially for special occasions such as weddings or holidays.
Henna Tattoos – India
Women will put them on their hands and feet to enhance their beauty, but these tattoos are also seen as a very spiritual expression. Do you appreciate the beauty of henna art?
Body Hair – France
We find it difficult to believe, but some parts of the world believe that being natural in any way is preferable to not being natural. Some people will have to let some of their body hair grow out as a result of this.
Body Hair – France
Even though we’re not sure if this trend is as popular as it used to be, some people still believe they don’t need to shave as much as the others.
Double Eyelids – South Korea
This physical trait may sound like it belongs to a science fiction alien character or something, but it is actually something that is thought to help you look more beautiful in South Korea.
Double Eyelids – South Korea
So, there is a specific surgery available to achieve double eyelids, or you can simply use eyelid tape to achieve this. It widens the eyes, which many people in the area believe is a sign of beauty.
Chalk Body Covering – Africa
Body painting is essentially what make-up is. Though, for the vast majority of the world, it has no place on the face. When it comes to the Caro tribe in Ethiopia, however, this is not the case.
Chalk Body Covering – Africa
The people of this tribe use white chalk to draw spider motifs all over their bodies. Body painting is seen as a mark of beauty by both men and women.
Extraocular Implant – Netherlands
Many people around the world consider their significant other’s eyes to be one of the most attractive features. This could explain why extraocular implants are regarded as a symbol of beauty in the Netherlands.
Extraocular Implant – Netherlands
The person undergoes a minor surgical procedure in which a piece of molded platinum in the shape of their choice is implanted into their eye. Although it may appear scary at first, the end result is quite impressive.
Sharp Teeth – Indonesia
A beautiful smile is always appealing, but the beauty of that smile varies depending on where you are from. It could be straight and white, or sharp and pointy, as in the case of Indonesian tribes.
Sharp Teeth – Indonesia
Some Indonesian tribes file their teeth into sharp points, which they regard as a sign of beauty. Even though the procedure to achieve this is quite painful, women rush to have it done in order to attract a mate.
Cheek Piercing – Thailand
Ritual cheek piercings were and are common throughout the world in both primitive and modern cultures. These are one thing, but in Thailand, the cheek piercing is taken to a whole new level.
Cheek Piercing – Thailand
In Thailand, cheek piercing is considered a sign of religious devotion as well as a beauty attribute. This beauty trend is carried out by both men and women, and piercing sizes range from very small to very large.
Nose Plug – India
It is well known that India performs a wide range of beauty procedures. One of them also has an interesting take on physical characteristics and what constitutes beauty. The women of the Apatani tribe in India wear traditional nose plugs.
Nose Plug – India
These are gauge-like plugs that are inserted into the nose. It’s a significant part of their culture. The plugs also expand the size of their nostrils, as you can see in the photo.
Gum Tattoo – Africa
Tattoos are considered a sign of beauty, status, and power in many cultures around the world. Normally, these tattoos are on visible areas, but in Senegal, the women have a special place where they like to get tattooed.
Gum Tattoo – Africa
Women in Senegal have been doing it for years, despite the fact that it may seem extreme to most. The West African country believes it was passed down from their ancestors and that it will help women attract men. Senegalese women have their gums tattooed because they believe it enhances the beauty of their smiles.
Lotus Feet – China
Many people do not consider the size of their feet when they think of physically attractive features. Unless you live in rural China, where the practice of footbinding is still practiced as a vital beauty ritual.
Lotus Feet – China
This is a painful process that takes a long time to complete. Footbinding reduces the size of a woman’s feet to a small form. As a result, they become lotus feet.
Minimal Makeup – France
Rarely do you find a culture in the Western world that encourages women to embrace unconventional beauty. Women in these countries, for the most part, try to imitate what they see in the media, resulting in many of them looking alike.
Minimal Makeup – France
France, on the other hand, is unique in that it values an alternative vision of beauty. This gives these women a little more freedom and a lot more leeway in terms of how they play things. As a result, the use of minimal makeup is admired.
Fake Tan – USA
When you travel to the West, especially the United States, having pale skin isn’t always thought to be attractive, unlike in many Asian countries. That is why so many people choose to sunbathe or visit a tanning salon.
Fake Tan – USA
And while this puts them at risk of adverse health outcomes, it is not a deterrent because most people believe that having tanned skin is a very appealing physical feature.
Big Bottom – USA
The importance of body image is highly emphasized in the United States. Women are frequently pressed to keep up with the latest beauty trends, which are changing all the time.
Big Bottom – USA
One of the most popular body image trends right now is having a ‘hip-hop booty,’ which is when a woman has a small waist but a large posterior, similar to an hourglass shape. Celebrities such as the Kardashians have also endorsed this shape.
Big Eyes – Asia
The eyes are often the first place you look when deciding whether or not you are attracted to someone. This is the origin of the phrase “the eyes are the window to the soul.”
Big Eyes – Asia
This could explain why having big eyes is one of the most sought-after beauty features in Japan and many other Asian countries. Of course, not everyone has that, so some people resort to cosmetic surgery to achieve this look.
Turmeric Face – India
If you’re interested in health and beauty, you’ve probably heard of the amazing spice turmeric. Turmeric is touted as one of the best beauty treatments in Indian holistic healing as well as in beauty products all over the world.
Turmeric Face – India
Although it may seem strange to rub this yellow spice on your face, it has a number of beneficial properties. It will, however, leave a stain on your skin. Surprisingly, in some places, this yellowish tint is regarded as a sign of beauty.
Facial Piercing – USA
What physical characteristics are deemed cool or beautiful may also be determined by the crowd you hang out with. In the United States, there is a sizable population of people who are interested in alternative forms of beauty.
Facial Piercing – USA
Body piercing, particularly facial piercings, is considered one of the most attractive physical features by some. While some people find that less is more when it comes to piercings, others go overboard and want piercings all over their bodies.
Straight Teeth – USA
Your smile has the potential to be one of your most attractive and communicative features. However, different cultures appreciate different variations of this. Some, for example, promote for teeth with sharp edges or even crooked teeth.
Straight Teeth – USA
In the United States, however, this does not meet the beauty standard. If you live in the United States, you should make sure your pearly whites are perfectly straight and white. Do you agree that pearly whites are a good idea?
Extra Plump Lips – USA
Other physical characteristics that are associated with beauty in the United States are linked to the world of celebrities. Extra plump lips are now fashionable, in addition to a great smile and hourglass figure.
Extra Plump Lips – USA
But then again, not all of us are born with huge lips, so many people are now starting to turn to both surgical and non-surgical measures to achieve this entire look.
Bigger Noses – Afghanistan
Even though the Western world tends to associate beauty with smaller, straighter noses, this is not always the case. Some cultures consider a larger nose to be a sign of beauty.
Bigger Noses – Afghanistan
Afghani women, for example, actively seek to have their noses enlarged. So much so that rhinoplasty surgery is in high demand in Afghanistan. Don’t you think it’s fascinating to see how different countries desire different looks?
Guitar Shape – Brazil
Brazilians have a different ideal body image than people in other countries because they consider people who are too thin to be weak or malnourished. As a result, they promote the guitar-shaped body, which is a stronger and fuller physique.
Guitar Shape – Brazil
The woman can have wider hips but a small chest with this shape. While this is not everyone’s idea of beauty, it is one of the most desired physical characteristics among Brazilian women.
Dyed Teeth – China
We’ve all been told in most parts of the Western world that brushing our teeth is essential to avoid discoloration. However, this is not a universal beauty requirement, as some rural Asian areas have a different perspective.
Dyed Teeth – China
Some Asian tribes color their teeth to show off their beauty. This custom is carried out not only to reflect femininity, but also to show other tribesmen that they are married.
Stick Piercing – Brazil
Even if you had to hike or canoe a long distance to find the Yanomami clans of South America, you would discover that they have a unique perspective on what beauty is. You might be wondering what we’re talking about, so take a look below to see what we’re talking about.
Stick Piercing – Brazil
Stick piercings are regarded as a beautiful physical feature among the women of this tribe. These piercings are most commonly done around the chin and mouth. What are your thoughts on it?
Skinny Noses – South Korea
One of the most prominent trends in many Asian countries appears to be the alteration of their faces to make them appear less Asian, which could be due to the Western influence on their cultures. They desire not only larger eyes, but also skinny noses.
Skinny Noses – South Korea
Despite the fact that not everyone in this country is born with a thin nose, they have had to resort to drastic measures such as nose squeezing in order to achieve a slimmer profile.
Waist Training – USA
Women in the United States have taken to waist trainers to achieve a more hourglass figure and well-sculpted derriere. The goal is to achieve a super slim waist while letting your hips protrude.
Waist Training – USA
We’re not sure how healthy this is for the human body – can’t this easily crush bones or organs? Despite the potential for harm to one’s health, it is now regarded as beautiful.
Teeth Chiseling – Africa
Several tribes around the world consider having pointed teeth to be a sign of beauty. This is true not only in Indonesia, but also in other African countries. For most of these tribes, having chiseled teeth is not only attractive but also a way to appear powerful.
Teeth Chiseling – Africa
The procedure is extremely painful, and thousands of women go through it each year. This is a terrific way for them to flaunt their wealth as well as feeling beautiful.
Rib Resection– Asia
Another prominent physical feature that is considered attractive in Asia is a slimmer waist contour. Because this is not always something that comes naturally, many women have turned to cosmetic surgery to have their ribs resectioned.
Rib Resection– Asia
This procedure gives them a smaller waist, allowing them to wear slimming shirts or even corsets. Having this procedure done appears to be a more extreme version of waist training in the United States.
Glass Skin – South Korea
While some cultures believe that makeup can hide any flaws in the skin, South Koreans prefer to concentrate on having the most flawless skin possible. The look has become the standard for beauty in the Asian country and is known as glass skin because of its shiny, almost translucent appearance.
Glass Skin – South Korea
A ten-step regimen that includes face scrubs, toners, moisturizers, and cleansers is said to be the key to achieving the look. This dewy and bright skin can be yours if you have some spare time.
Red Under-Eyes – Japan
While most women spend hours of their lives and hundreds of dollars trying to get rid of dark circles under their eyes, women in Japan apply red pigments to their under-eye area on purpose.
Red Under Eyes – Japan
The makeup, dubbed byojaku (Japanese for “sickly”), is intended to make the user appear sick or allergic. To make the red pop even more, the makeup should be worn with a light-colored foundation. Who’d have guessed that a bad day at work could inspire your next makeup look?
Bagel Head – Canada and Japan
The news of a strange new body modification procedure went viral in 2012. The procedure is known as ‘bagel head,’ and it entails injecting saline into the forehead, which is then shaped into a ring or doughnut shape.
Bagel Head – Canada And Japan
Although the procedure originated in Canada, it quickly became popular in Japan’s underground party scene. The injections last about 24 hours, but they have a number of side effects. A real bagel or doughnut, it appears, would be a better option!
Cheek Reduction – South Korea
Round faces and plump cheeks are typically associated with youth. While these features may be desirable in some parts of the world, many people in South Korea are opting for plastic surgery to achieve a more defined facial structure.
Cheek Reduction – South Korea
Buccal lipectomy is a procedure that reduces the fat pads in our cheeks, resulting in a slimmer face. Zygoma reduction, another popular procedure, reduces the size of your cheekbones. Both surgeries completely change the appearance of a person’s face and are growing in popularity.
Squiggly Eyebrows – United States
There has been an unprecedented focus on eyebrows thanks to social media and the rise of beauty bloggers. People all over the world have used their social media pages to flaunt the latest eyebrow trends, from bold and unnatural Instagram eyebrows to eyebrow tattoos.
Squiggly Eyebrows – United States
The “squiggle brow” became a viral trend in 2017. The trend was covered by mainstream media outlets, as well as beauty influencers who uploaded photos of themselves wearing it. Natural brow shapes, thankfully, have reclaimed their position as the most desirable look.
Extremely Long Hair – India
Long hair has been linked to femininity, fertility, and sensuality for centuries. Growing their hair out is a spiritual as well as a cosmetic choice for Indian women. Akanksha Yadav, an Indian woman, set records with her nearly ten-foot-long locks.
Extremely Long Hair – India
Hair is grown out and then donated to a temple as a spiritual offering in some Hindu sects. Many Sikh men practice kesh, or not cutting their hair because they believe it is God’s creation and should not be changed.
Mustaches – The Middle East
Although the popularity of mustaches has waned in many countries, there is one region of the world where this type of facial hair remains the most desirable – the Middle East.
Mustaches – The Middle East
The mustache is regarded as a symbol of masculinity, prestige, virility, and even wisdom by many men in this region. The desire to grow a mustache has even resulted in the development of a mustache hair transplant industry for men who want to grow a thicker mustache.
Chest Augmentation – Venezuela
To be clear, Venezuela isn’t the only country where having a larger bust is preferred. Venezuela, on the other hand, stands out for its apparent obsession with this popular cosmetic procedure.
Chest Augmentation – Venezuela
Even political and economic unrest hasn’t deterred the public’s desire for cosmetic surgery. Surgery is not as stigmatized as it is in other countries because it is considered a normal part of life. Chest augmentations have become a popular gift for girls as young as 15 due to the pressure to look a certain way.
Nose Rings – South Asia
Long associated with India, nose piercings and jewelry have gained popularity in neighboring countries such as Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The piercing is traditionally done on the left side of the nose by a woman in India.
Nose Rings – South Asia
Many people associate the piercing with Parvati, the Hindu goddess of marriage, in addition to being a social status symbol. On their wedding day, Indian brides are customarily adorned with elaborate nose jewelry.
Straight Eyebrows – South Korea
Though many women in the West use eyebrow pencils and botox injections to achieve an arched eyebrow look, many women in South Korea prefer to keep their brows completely straight.
Straight Eyebrows – South Korea
The wearer is said to appear more youthful with this linear look. It has become one of the most popular beauty trends in South Korea. To achieve this look, some women with naturally arched eyebrows have resorted to shaving or waxing their brow hair.
Cosmetic Contact Lenses – East Asia
People in East Asia, where darker eyes are common, have turned to contact lenses to create the illusion of lighter or rounder eyes. Colored non-prescription contact lenses, which come in a variety of colors, have become a popular way to enhance one’s appearance.
Cosmetic Contact Lenses – East Asia
The eye appears larger and more rounded when wearing circle lenses, giving it an anime-like appearance. Despite the health risks associated with the lenses, they are extremely popular among teenagers. They are now almost seen as a fashion accessory due to their widespread popularity.
Ultra Slim Physiques – China
A smaller frame is frequently associated with femininity and attractiveness in China. Women with larger figures are thought to be unattractive and have a harder time finding a husband. As a result of this pressure, several social media challenges have sprung up encouraging women to flaunt their often disturbingly small frames.
Ultra Slim Physiques – China
Women were shown wrapping their arms behind their backs and reaching their belly button in one challenge. Other challenges required women to show how many coins could fit in the clavicle bone’s dip, while others required them to compare their waists to sheets of paper.
Extremely Long Eyelashes – United States
Our eyelashes play a critical role in protecting our sensitive eyes from dust and other debris. Eyelashes can change the appearance of our eyes in addition to supporting eye health. Our eyes can appear larger, more awake, and feminine with longer lashes.
Extremely Long Eyelashes – United States
It’s no shocker that women have turned to false eyelashes to make their lashes appear fuller and longer. For women who want to have this wide-eyed look, lash growth serums and extensions have become popular cosmetic procedures.
Sharp Canine Teeth – Japan
Although most of us associate sharp pointed teeth with Dracula and other monsters, many Japanese people find the fang-like teeth appealing. When we smile, our canines, which separate our incisor teeth from our molar teeth, are usually visible, but they can occasionally protrude on their own.
Sharp Canine Teeth – Japan
These protruding teeth are known in Japan as yaeba and are associated with youth. While many people opt for dental procedures to lessen the appearance of sharp canines, Japanese girls are opting for caps to increase the size of their teeth.
Androgynous Male Style – South Korea
This new generation of South Korean men, known as Kkonminam, is challenging long-held beliefs about what it means to be masculine. Young men known as kkonminam enjoy fashion, hairstyles, and even cosmetics.
Androgynous Male Style – South Korea
Many well-known Korean pop bands and male celebrities wear their style. The majority of Kkonminam are shaved and have longer hair. Men in South Korea are becoming more interested in skincare and cosmetic surgery. Many fashion experts believe that in the future, this distinct style will have a global impact on men’s fashion.
Perfect Smiles – South Korea
One physical attribute that appears to be the focus of many beauty trends around the world is the smile. The smile appears to be a universal sign of beauty, whether it is on the lips or on the teeth.
Perfect Smiles – South Korea
South Koreans, on the other hand, have a slightly different perspective on what makes a smile beautiful. Many women undergo a procedure known as smile lifting in order to achieve the perfect smile. As a result, they have a constant smile on their faces.
Puffy Under Eyes – South Korea
The reason for a physical attribute’s beauty can sometimes be traced back to the culture. Bags under your eyes, for example, do not always indicate that you are tired in South Korea. In fact, many people consider this characteristic to be a sign of youth.
Puffy Under Eyes – South Korea
That could be one of the reasons why this is one of the most attractive physical features. And, like everything else in South Korea, cosmetic surgeries are available to help women achieve this look.
Big Belly – Ethiopia
When it comes to the female of the species, we’ve talked a lot about beauty. However, some unique physical characteristics are deemed attractive by men all over the world.
Big Belly – Ethiopia
Large bellies are considered very attractive in Ethiopia, and as a result, men will eat more to achieve this look. Other customs exist to ensure that these men achieve their desired physique.
Facial Scarification – Africa
Scarification of the body is one thing, but most people think this is a bit excessive when it comes to the face. That is not the case when you are among the Mundari tribe in Africa.
Facial Scarification – Africa
Both men and women consider facial scarification to be a sign of beauty in this culture. People try to achieve certain scar patterns, which usually consist of two to three parallel lines on the face. What are your thoughts on it?
Stretched Lips – Africa
You’ve probably seen photos of African tribes stretching their lower lips with discs in magazines like National Geographic. While we in the Western world may find this strange, it is a sign of beauty to them.
Stretched Lips – Africa
The size of the discs with which the girls begin to stretch their skin varies, and the larger the disk, the higher the girl’s social status. This, of course, means that when she marries, her dowry will be larger as well.
Rosy Cheeks – Arctic
The Arctic Circle has residents, though many of us are unaware of it. The Chukchi people of the Arctic face extreme climatic conditions. As a result of the extreme cold, the people have developed red and rosy cheeks.
Rosy Cheeks – Arctic
Although it’s not a physical trait they are born with, but rather an environmental consequence of where they live, the people find it to be very attractive. What could be sweeter than cute kids with rosy red cheeks?