Do I have a low-radix/pseudo hump or an actual hump? (Photo)

March 4, 2016
Asked By:summerlover12345 in Washington, DC

I asked questions before about whether shaving down my hump and refining my tip would give my nose the sleek look it has when I use contouring makeup (1st and 2nd images). But now, after research I think I might not have a hump at all. Instead, if seems like the issue might actually be a low radix (2nd image). Does it seem like that might be the case? Additionally, any other advice would be much appreciated. Thank you :)

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