On the first date we want to be on top! To be the most beautiful in the eyes of Jules, it would be enough to have a drink if we are to believe a new study...
On February 25, Alcohol and Alcoholism indeed published research work carried out by Marcus Munafò, a professor of biological psychology at the University of Bristol. They relate to a sample of 40 university students. After taking several photos at different stages of the same person, the researchers discovered that their seduction capital was increased tenfold when they treated themselves to a glass of wine.
One drink, no more, no less!
The researchers photographed the students' faces three times with a neutral expression:when they were completely sober, after drinking the equivalent of a glass of wine, and after drinking a second alcoholic drink.
The photos were then shown to another group of (sober) students. And the result is unanimous! A person is perceived as more attractive after a drink of alcohol.
It turned out that photos taken after a drink were deemed more attractive than photos where the individual was sober. But the trend did not continue. After two drinks, observant students found the photo where the person is really drunk to be the least appealing.
But why would drinking a single glass of alcohol increase a person's sex appeal? Munafò and his colleagues have several hypotheses…
It could be because the participants have more dilated pupils and this characteristic is perceived positively. In addition, the consumption of a glass of alcohol relaxes the muscles, it would give the right dose of self-confidence. Also, this same glass would slightly tint our cheeks with roses. According to Marcus Munafò, rosy cheeks reflect good physical health. "That obviously doesn't mean that alcohol is healthy...alcohol brings out certain aspects that we consider seductive."
In other words, alcohol should be consumed in moderation!
Morgane Longuepee
