Which profile is described as ideal in facial proportion?

• A. Straight profile
• B. Convex profile
• C. Concave profile
• D. Neutral profile

Answer: (A)

In facial proportion, the most balanced profile is when the forehead, nose, and chin form a straight line from the side view. This straight alignment means the features project in harmony along a single plane, which creates the appearance of balance and symmetry. That balanced line is why this profile is considered ideal: it provides a universal baseline for proportion, making makeup application, eyewear fitting, and hairstyle choices look naturally coordinated regardless of other facial variations.

A convex profile, by contrast, curves outward—often due to a more prominent nose or forward-projecting chin—so the profile steps away from the straight line and draws attention to forward projection. A concave profile curves inward, with a retrusive midface or chin, creating a noticeable inward notch rather than a straight silhouette. A neutral profile describes a lack of strong forward or backward projection, but in standard esthetic assessments, the straight profile is the one designated as the ideal for overall proportion and balance.