Why everyone in Hollywood has the same nose
by ALANAH KHOSLA, SENIOR LIFESTYLE REPORTER · Mail OnlineNicole Kidman, Anne Hathaway and Margot Robbie are all beautiful women with very different face shapes – angular, round and square respectively.
But when they stepped out on the red carpet at Sunday's Oscars, their faces all looked incredibly similar because of one distinctive feature.
These A-list actresses and many of their cohorts, including Cara Delevingne, Lily Collins and Victoria Beckham, all appear to have the exact same nose.
The new enviable shape is the upturned or 'celestial' nose, characterised by a slight slope and lifted tip – and it's even possible to get the look in time for a big red carpet event where you want to look your best in photos.
Gone are the days when reshaping your nose meant going under the knife and enduring a lengthy recovery.
With liquid rhinoplasty, people can refine their nose in just minutes using dermal filler – and demand for a perfect profile is also on the up away from the red carpet.
Rhinoplasty procedures in the UK increased by 25 per cent last year, while social media is awash with videos of women showcasing their transformations and recovery journeys.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, Dr Ross Perry, medical director at Cosmedics, explained that the rise is rooted in society's growing obsession with subtle 'tweakments'.
He said: 'There's definitely a noticeable convergence when it comes to nasal aesthetics in Hollywood, and this is veering towards subtle refinement rather than a dramatic change.
'The most in-demand look at the moment is what we'd describe as a "natural, balanced" nose. This is typically characterised by a straight dorsum, a refined but not overly narrow bridge, and a softly defined tip that complements the individual's facial proportions.'
According to Dr Perry, the rise rhinoplasty procedures is rooted in the desire to look good on camera, regardless of the angle.
He said: 'The goal now is harmony rather than perfection, and noses that photograph well from all angles, particularly in the age of high-definition cameras and social media scrutiny.
'We're also seeing a rise in our non-surgical rhinoplasty, where dermal fillers are used to smooth out irregularities and create the illusion of a straighter profile without surgery.'
Non-surgical rhinoplasty – or the 'liquid nose job' – is quickly becoming the go-to choice for those looking for a speedy, minimally invasive alternative to traditional nose surgery.
Despite many striving for the same look, Dr Ross added that a sense of individuality should always take priority.
'I would add that while trends do influence requests, the best results come from tailoring the nose to the individual's unique features, rather than replicating a one-size-fits-all celebrity look.'
What type of nose do YOU have?
These are the most common nose shapes:
- Straight - A smooth bridge with little to no curve
- Roman - A prominent or slightly curved bridge
- Grecian - Has a straight line running from the forehead to the tip
- Arched - Typically shows a noticeable curve along the bridge
- Button - Small with a rounded tip and soft contours
- Upturned/ celestial - Has a slightly lifted tip
- Nubian - Usually has a longer bridge and wider base
- Flat - Has a lower bridge and wider nasal base
- Pointed - Has a sharper, narrower tip
- Fleshy - A thicker skin with a softer tip
- Retrousse - Short with an upturned tip
Source - Manchester Private Hospital