Question 1

What is a PSL score?

Accepted Answer

PSL (Pretty Scale Level) is a 1–10 numerical rating of facial attractiveness used in the looksmaxxing community. Scores below 4 are below average, 4–6 is average (most people), 7–8 is above average, and 9–10 is elite. The global average is approximately 4.2.

Question 2

What is looksmaxxing?

Accepted Answer

Looksmaxxing is the systematic practice of improving your physical appearance using evidence-based methods. It is divided into softmaxxing (skincare, grooming, haircut, diet), hardmaxxing (resistance training, posture, body recomposition), and surgmaxxing (cosmetic procedures). The goal is to maximize genetic potential and raise your PSL score.

Question 3

How accurate is AI face rating?

Accepted Answer

Lookizm's model is calibrated against 9,000+ expert-rated subjects. Median agreement with human PSL raters is within ±0.4 PSL — tighter than two human raters typically agree with each other. It analyzes 32 facial vectors including structural proportions, harmonic ratios, sexual dimorphism markers, and soft tissue quality.

Question 4

What is canthal tilt and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Canthal tilt is the angle of your eye's outer corners (lateral canthus) relative to the inner corners (medial canthus). Positive canthal tilt (outer corner higher) is associated with an alert, intense appearance and correlates with higher attractiveness ratings. Negative canthal tilt (outer corner lower, 'sad eyes') is generally rated less attractive. Neutral is average.

Question 5

What is the difference between failos and halos?

Accepted Answer

Failos are architectural debits — structural or aesthetic features that reduce your PSL score. Examples include a recessed maxilla, negative canthal tilt, high bigonial ratio, or poor skin quality. Halos are architectural credits — features that boost your score, such as a defined jawline, positive canthal tilt, strong brow ridge, or low Norwood hairline.

Question 6

Is my photo stored or shared?

Accepted Answer

No. Your photograph is transmitted over TLS, analyzed in transit, and discarded immediately after the dossier is generated. Nothing is written to permanent storage. Your photo is never used for AI model training, never shared with third parties, and never retained.

Question 7

What is the average face rating score globally?

Accepted Answer

Based on over 9,000 ratings, the median PSL score is 4.2. Approximately 83% of users rate MTN (Mid Tier Normie, PSL 4–5.5) or below. Scores above 6.0 (HTN) represent the top 20%. Scores above 7.5 (Chad tier) represent less than 5% of the population.

Question 8

How much does lookizm.com cost?

Accepted Answer

The face rating dossier costs $9 one-time — no subscription or account required. The optional Ascension Protocol (personalized 52-week improvement plan) costs an additional $19. Both are non-refundable digital products delivered instantly.

Question 9

What is hunter eyes vs prey eyes?

Accepted Answer

Hunter eyes refer to eyes with a positive canthal tilt, deep orbital set, and hooded upper lids, creating an intense, predatory appearance. Prey eyes are rounder, more open, with a neutral or negative canthal tilt — conveying innocence but typically rating lower on male attractiveness scales. Hunter eyes are heavily valued in the PSL/looksmaxxing framework.

Question 10

Does mewing actually work?

Accepted Answer

Mewing (proper tongue posture against the palate) has limited scientific evidence for adults but strong anecdotal support in the looksmaxxing community. The effect on bone structure in skeletally mature adults is debated. It may help with posture-related facial changes and prevent further maxilla recession. Results, if any, take 1–2+ years.

Question 11

What is facial symmetry and does it affect attractiveness?

Accepted Answer

Facial symmetry refers to how closely the left and right halves of your face mirror each other. Research consistently shows symmetry correlates with attractiveness, as it signals developmental stability and genetic fitness. However, perfect symmetry is rare and not the only attractiveness driver — bone structure, proportions, and dimorphism markers are equally or more important.

Question 12

What is the Ascension Protocol?

Accepted Answer

The Ascension Protocol is a personalized 52-week improvement plan generated specifically for your facial failos. It includes ordered interventions (by ROI), 4 phases with weekly actions, diet and training protocols, skincare and haircare steps, a surgical ladder with estimated costs and PSL gains, and a weekly audit checklist. Available as an add-on for $19 after receiving your face rating.

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