10 factores surpreendentes que influenciam a atração sexual

Já alguma vez se perguntou o que é que o torna atraente para os outros?

Será que a atração sexual está essencialmente ligada apenas à aparência física? Ou será que a atração sexual tem algo a ver com a forma como se fala, anda, ou talvez até com o cheiro?

Bem, pode ficar surpreendido, mas é verdade! Muitas pessoas pensam que para ser sexualmente atraído para alguém, tem de vestir uma roupa perfeita, ter um penteado perfeito, maquilhagem, etc.

Resumindo, muitos de nós pensamos que, para atrair alguém, temos de fazer um esforço para melhorar a nossa aparência física porque, na nossa cabeça, esse é o principal fator de atração.

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. As cores que usas podem tornar-te mais atraente para os outros

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. Tende a sentir-se atraído por pessoas que se parecem consigo

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. O controlo da natalidade influencia a atração nas mulheres

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. O exercício faz com que pareça mais atraente para os outros

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).

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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. Os rostos quentes têm as 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.

Sim. As pessoas que têm este rácio são consideradas mais bonitas e, por isso, mais atraentes para os outros.

As medidas ideais são a distância entre os olhos, que equivale a 46% da largura do rosto, e a distância entre os olhos e a boca, que equivale a 36% do comprimento do rosto.

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

7. Os homens com várias admiradoras são ainda mais atraentes para toda a gente

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

Aparentemente, os homens que têm várias admiradoras parecem mais atraentes para si e para todas as pessoas à sua volta, o que significa que há hipóteses de também se apaixonar por eles.

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. O teu cheiro determina quem te quer

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).

Assim, embora possa estar a gastar muito do seu tempo (e dinheiro) em perfumes, durante todo este tempo o cheiro do seu corpo tem tido planos diferentes para si, atraindo pessoas específicas e trazendo-as para a sua vida. Assustador, eu sei.

9. A idade é mais do que um número

Embora a juventude seja geralmente vista como mais atraente para todos, existe ainda uma exceção a este respeito.

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. O seu trabalho também o pode tornar mais atraente

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 mulheres com estatuto elevado.

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.