Encyclopedia of Facial Features: The Chin

In face reading, the chin is the final area assessed. It is said to govern overall fortune from ages 61 to 75 and to reflect one’s luck with children and subordinates. Related zones include Chengjiang, Digang, Songtang, Ge Duck, Jinlu, Guilai, the servants area, and the jawbone, among others. Among these, Chengjiang, Songtang, and Digang are part of the "Thirteen Passes of Fortune," and any damage or notable markings here are believed to significantly affect one’s fate.

Chengjiang

This is the midline area below the lower lip, between the lip and the chin. In traditional belief, when one’s fortune reaches Chengjiang, they have entered their later years. A full, fleshy Chengjiang without marks or blemishes suggests abundance in food and clothing. A rosy or translucent white tone signifies wealth and comfort in later life; a dark or bluish hue is considered unfavorable. If a young person shows dark energy here, they are said to be prone to accidents around water, so caution is advised.

Songtang

Located below Chengjiang and above Digang (the area where the tongue touches), Songtang is an important indicator of fortune. As the saying goes, "Seventy years is rare," and when fortune reaches Songtang, a healthy look appears white and moist or translucent red—both good omens. Chaotic lines threaded with red may indicate a lonely old age. A black mole may suggest relocation or separation from one’s hometown. Songtang should not be sunken, withered, or dark; if paired with sparse eyebrows, low spirits, and a hoarse voice, it may signal difficulties in later life and the approach of life’s end.

Digang

At the very tip of the chin, Digang is regarded as the last major checkpoint in life. A full, fleshy Digang is essential for a prosperous old age, surrounded by children and grandchildren. A round, substantial shape is ideal and indicates wealth. A square chin suggests a life of toil, making peace in old age harder to enjoy. Digang should not be sunken, tilted, or pointed; a sharp chin is linked to thin fortune and a lonely old age. If Digang appears dark—together with dull eyes, a murky forehead, dark lips, and the loss of teeth and facial hair—it is taken as a sign of a short lifespan.

Protruding Chin

Individuals with a protruding chin often have a strong desire for love, while those with a recessed chin may be indifferent to romance or lack fidelity. People with well-developed chins are thought to have exceptional vitality and are frequently seen as bold or heroic.

Sharp and Narrow Chin

A sharp, narrow chin—regardless of gender—often signals nervousness and dissatisfaction in love. Such individuals may enjoy romance yet feel indifferent toward sex, yearning for a more platonic bond. In face reading, the jawline reflects late-life fortune; a sharp, narrow chin is associated with an early demise or, if life is longer, a desolate old age. For example, prodigies like Mozart and Chopin are often cited as having burned out at a young age.

Narrow and Round Chin

Individuals with a narrow yet round chin often place love above all else. If a man belongs to this type, he may lack practical skills and is not suited to fiercely competitive financial fields. Thanks to their clarity of mind, they tend to do better in literary or creative work, where they can achieve greater development.

Round Chin

Individuals with a round chin tend to enjoy fulfilling love lives; women are often very family‑oriented, while men usually have a warm personality. They are not only successful in love but also dedicated at work, often taking on significant responsibilities. Kind at heart, they are said to raise virtuous, filial children and enjoy a happy old age. Young women with round chins are also believed to have well‑developed reproductive organs and pelvises, making childbirth easier.

Wide Chin

Individuals with a wide chin tend to have stronger personalities than those with round chins. They research things thoroughly and often possess expansive love and compassion. While they may feel jealousy, they also value tolerance and do not let passion lead to self‑destruction. Righteous at heart, they may enjoy a luxurious home. Those with square chins are action‑oriented—always busy and unable to tolerate idleness. Resolute and decisive, once they form an idea, they pursue it with determination despite obstacles. Ambitious, they can achieve great success in academia, business, politics, law, and writing. However, a wrong turn may trigger a dramatic shift, leading to destructive behavior.

Square Chin

Individuals with a square chin are thorough idealists; even knowing an action might harm their own interests, they still have the courage to do what they believe is right. Many men fall into this category. In love, they can be stubborn, dismissing those they cannot understand. Once they fall in love, they overcome obstacles and pursue their feelings wholeheartedly. Many square‑chinned men are deeply loved by women and enjoy good fortune in romance. Those with double chins, regardless of gender, tend to love deeply, act sincerely, and give generously. A double chin, sometimes called a "big, dark jaw," is said to bring smooth financial luck; such people are moderate in their desires and stay within conventional boundaries, earning respect and a reputation for virtue.