10 factores sorprendentes que influyen en la atracción sexual

¿Te has preguntado alguna vez qué es lo que te hace atractivo para los demás?

¿La atracción sexual está relacionada principalmente con el aspecto físico? ¿O la atracción sexual tiene algo que ver con la forma de hablar, de andar o incluso de oler?

Bueno, puede que ahora se sorprenda, ¡pero en realidad es así! Mucha gente piensa que ser atraído sexualmente a alguien, tiene que llevar un atuendo perfecto, un peinado perfecto, maquillaje, etc.

Resumiendo, muchos pensamos que para atraer a alguien tenemos que esforzarnos en potenciar nuestro aspecto físico porque en nuestra cabeza ese es el principal detonante de la atracción.

But, science says otherwise! According to one study, there are multiple random factors that influence sexual attraction, of which many of us simply weren’t aware.

Now, imagine how much time you’ll spare in future regarding your physical appearance because most attracting factors are actually innately part of you that you can’t really influence or things of which you’re totally unaware!

1. Los colores que llevas pueden hacerte más atractivo para los demás

You’re probably familiar with the fact that women who wear red are multiple times more attractive to others than women who wear any other color.

But, what you probably didn’t know is that men who wear blue or black color are deemed more attractive than those who don’t.

So, next time you fall for that one guy, make sure to check whether he’s wearing blue or perhaps black.

2. Tiendes a sentirte atraído por personas que se parecen a ti

This one might sound a little bit narcissistic, but it’s true. You are attracted to people who look like you! Summarized, you are attracted to people who have similar facial features to yours and the reason for this is totally unknown. Perhaps we’re all born with a small dose of narcissism after all.

3. El control de la natalidad influye en la atracción de las mujeres

If you’re on birth control, this one might really interest you. So, women who are on birth control tend to be more attracted to effeminate men, whereas those women who are not on birth control are more interested in masculine, manly men.

The main culprit for this one is hormones. If you’re not on birth control, you naturally have a desire for strong sperm (no matter how weird this sounds) because of ovulation.

And those who are on birth control don’t have the same desire because of suppressed ovulation. (I hope this makes sense now!)

4. El ejercicio te hace parecer más sexy ante los demás

I was really surprised by this one because whenever I walk out of the gym, I feel totally stinky because of all that sweat and I couldn’t possibly imagine that I look hot after a workout.

But, believe it or not, exercise indeed makes us look hotter to everyone else because of our healthy lifestyle and because of our blood pumping (when you’re as red as a beetroot).

Véase también: Estas 5 mujeres del zodiaco son las más atractivas: ¿eres una de ellas?

5. If you and your date are both nervous, you’re more likely to fall in love

Yup. If you’re both nervous (and who wouldn’t be on a first date), the adrenaline rush will get your blood pumping, which will shortly thereafter influence the release of endorphins.

And, as a result of all of this, you are more likely to fall in love with the person who you’re feeling nervous or terrified with.

6. Las caras calientes tienen las medidas correctas

Today there’s a golden ratio for pretty much everything, but you probably didn’t know that there’s one for faces as well.

Sí. Las personas que tienen esta proporción se consideran más guapas y, por tanto, más atractivas para los demás.

Las medidas ideales son la distancia entre los ojos que equivale a 46% de la anchura facial, y la distancia entre los ojos y la boca a 36% de la longitud facial.

If you have those measures, congratulations, you’re officially more attractive than the rest of us!

7. Los chicos con múltiples admiradoras están aún más buenos para los demás

If you’re a female, you’ve probably been guilty of this one (at least once).

Al parecer, los chicos que tienen varias admiradoras te parecen más atractivos a ti y a todos los que te rodean, lo que significa que lo más probable es que tú también te enamores de ellos.

It is because these guys are selected as a “good mate,” which means they must have something good in store (don’t get me wrong) and that is why they appear more attractive. This is also known as “Guppy Syndrome.”

8. Cómo hueles determina quién te quiere

Your body scent basically determines who will be attracted to you. And if you’re attracted to them as well, then you have a chemically compatible match caused by body scent attraction (which doesn’t happen that often).

Así que, mientras tú puedes estar gastando toneladas de tu tiempo (y dinero) en perfumes, todo este tiempo tu olor corporal ha tenido planes diferentes para ti atrayendo a personas específicas y trayéndolas a tu vida. Asusta, lo sé.

9. La edad es más que un número

Aunque en general se considera que la juventud es más atractiva para todo el mundo, sigue habiendo una excepción al respecto.

Guys and girls whose parents had them at an older age don’t see age as a barrier like others (who were born to much younger parents). I guess this one pretty much makes sense.

10. Tu trabajo también puede hacerte más atractivo

Money and power are two inevitable aspects of today’s society and it is no secret that many women are attracted to it, and many men are attracted to mujeres de alto estatus.

Women like to be taken care of (who doesn’t), whereas men like to enjoy the company of a high status women – they feel powerful because they are able to make them happy. I guess one complements the other.

But, keep in mind that good looks, money, and power can be hot, but at the same time a curse if someone’s personality is not in accordance with it.