What is considered "ideal" nostril show from the front, for a woman?

November 17, 2014
Asked By:qofmiwok in Honolulu, HI

It is often said that columellar show should be 2-4mm from the side. But I can't find anything about how much nostril show there should be from the front. Should you see nostrils when looking straight at someone? If so, how much should you see? Is it the same answer whether smiling or not?

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May 27, 2019

Answer: Columellar show and nostril show

May 27, 2019

Answer: Columellar show and nostril show

November 19, 2014

Answer: Nostril show on frontal view

November 19, 2014

Answer: Nostril show on frontal view

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