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canthal tilt
What does canthal tilt mean?
The angle of the line between the inner and outer corners of the eye; 'positive' tilts up, 'negative' tilts down.
"A positive canthal tilt reads as more alert and attractive online."
Origin
A real anatomical term from medicine and ophthalmology, hijacked by looksmaxxing and TikTok culture around 2022–2023 as an attractiveness metric. The obsession is internet-born, the term is clinical.
Frequently asked questions
What does canthal tilt mean in slang?
The up or down angle of your eyes. Looksmaxxers prize a 'positive' (upward) tilt as more attractive.
Is canthal tilt a real thing?
Yes, it's a genuine anatomical term used in medicine. The attractiveness obsession around it is an internet trend.
Can you change your canthal tilt?
Not naturally as an adult, though makeup, poses, and cosmetic procedures can alter the appearance.
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