Nose Shapes
Nubian Nose
A Nubian nose has a long, fairly low bridge and a wider base at the nostrils. It's common among people of African descent but appears in all populations.
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How to tell if you have nubian nose
- Straight on, compare your nostril width with the gap between your inner eye corners: a Nubian nose is wider.
- The bridge is long and fairly low.
- The nostrils are rounded and visible from slightly below.
Nubian nose features
The width at the base is the defining feature. Straight on, the nostrils are wider than the gap between the inner eye corners.
Contouring a Nubian nose
- If you want to slim it visually, shade down the sides of the bridge and highlight the center.
- Keep contour soft and blended; harsh lines look obvious on wider noses.
- Many people prefer to leave it uncontoured and focus on brows and lips.
Nubian Nose vs similar nose shapes
Nubian Nose vs Fleshy NoseA fleshy nose is large overall with a bulbous tip; a Nubian nose is defined by a wide base and long, low bridge.
Nubian Nose vs Button NoseA button nose is small and short.
Celebrities often described as having nubian nose
- Barack Obama
- Beyoncé
- Lupita Nyong'o
Based on how these people are commonly described in style and beauty media; lighting and angles vary between photos.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nubian nose?
A nose with a wide base and a long, low bridge.
Is the Nubian nose an ethnic category?
No. The name is historical. Wide-based noses appear in many populations and are especially common in people of African descent.
