Mouth and Lips: Love and Later Life
The mouth sits in the lower zone of the face and is linked to communication, affection and later-life fortune. In face reading, the lips show how a person expresses love, and the mouth as a whole shows how they speak and share with others.
Lip thickness
Full lips suggest warmth, generosity and an affectionate nature. Thin lips suggest a clear, logical way of speaking and careful control of emotions. When the upper lip is fuller, the person tends to give more in relationships, and when the lower lip is fuller, they value receiving and enjoying affection.
Mouth size
A wide mouth is linked to a sociable, outgoing nature and an ability to lead conversations. A small mouth suggests a careful speaker who listens well and chooses words thoughtfully.
The philtrum
The groove between the nose and upper lip, the philtrum, is associated with vitality and family life. A long, clearly defined philtrum is traditionally read as good health and longevity.
Smile lines and the corners of the mouth
The lines running from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth relate to social roles and responsibility. Clear lines that frame the mouth generously suggest someone who has built trust in their position. Upturned mouth corners are among the most favorable signs in face reading, since they reflect a habit of smiling.
These lines naturally deepen in people who laugh often, so the same lines can read as "a face that has smiled a lot" or "a face carrying heavy responsibility," depending on the expression.
Later life and relationships
Because the mouth belongs to the lower zone, it is read together with the chin as a guide to later life. Kind words and a warm smile are considered the easiest way to improve this part of your face and the relationships it represents.
The mouth and communication style
Face readers pay attention to how the mouth moves as well as its shape. A mouth that moves evenly when speaking suggests honest, straightforward communication, while a mouth that tilts to one side when smiling suggests humor and a playful streak. Lips that are often pressed tightly together can signal stress, which is why readers sometimes advise simply relaxing the jaw and lips during the day.
Because the mouth is so closely linked to expression, it is one of the easiest features to improve. A habit of smiling softly makes the corners of the mouth turn up over time, which is considered one of the luckiest signs in the whole face.
See it on your own face. In the Face Fortune app you can get a face reading from a single photo, then add your birth date to receive today's horoscope as well.