Nose Shapes

Snub Nose

A snub nose is short and clearly upturned, so the nostrils are visible when you look at the face straight on.

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Illustration of snub nose

How to tell if you have snub nose

  1. Look straight into a mirror: you can see a good part of your nostrils.
  2. The nose is short.
  3. In profile, the tip angles clearly upward.

Snub nose features

The tip angles upward, which shortens the nose and exposes the nostrils from the front.

Makeup tips for a snub nose

  • A small amount of shade under the tip can make it appear less upturned in photos.
  • Highlight only the upper bridge to lengthen the look.
  • Balance with defined brows and lips.

Snub Nose vs similar nose shapes

Celebrities often described as having snub nose

  • Emma Stone
  • Miley Cyrus

Based on how these people are commonly described in style and beauty media; lighting and angles vary between photos.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between snub and button nose?

A snub nose is more upturned; a button nose is smaller and rounder.

What angle makes a nose snub?

Noses with a nasolabial angle well above about 105–110° tend to look clearly upturned.

Other nose shapes