Which Facial Features Indicate Selfishness?

1. Pointed Nose Tip

People with a pointed nose tip are often seen as calculating and place a high value on their own interests; they won’t let others take advantage of them.

2. Downturned Corners of the Mouth

Most people’s mouth corners naturally turn upward. When someone’s mouth corners are downturned, they tend to be self-focused and may be perceived by others as selfish. Many of us remember the fairy tales from childhood: wicked witches were often drawn with downturned mouth corners and a sinister look, frequently paired with hooked noses. Interestingly, hooked noses are also considered part of the “selfish” category in this view. This suggests that even if Western storytellers weren’t familiar with Chinese physiognomy, the sentiment is similar—downturned mouth corners and hooked noses are generally seen as unappealing.

3. Bump on the Bridge of the Nose

People with a noticeable bump along the bridge of the nose typically don’t prioritize the feelings and needs of others. If you run into problems in life or at work, they may offer plenty of motivational sayings to encourage self-reliance, while subtly implying that they can’t help you directly and suggesting you follow their advice and seek help elsewhere.

4. Triangular Eyes

People with triangular eyes tend to be highly self-protective, and when taken too far, this can come across as selfishness.

5. Sharp Features

Those with a sharp upper lip and an irregularly shaped mouth are often more selfish and calculating than average; in this view, it’s an inherent personality trait.

6. Pointed Ears

Individuals with pointed upper ears and no earlobes tend to be quite selfish, yet they are also often successful at changing the course of their own lives.