Why do you think some women look younger?

[Anonymous]

For a woman in her 20s to look 12-15; I have theories.

Either she's very short and thin, or she has a strangly shaped face, lots of facial fat, or acne that we typically equate with the awkwardness of puberty.

Just my theories, though of course there are some women who simply have not grown likely due to hormonal disorders, but I find those to be much more uncommon.

[lin123_]

This is me. Taking care of yourself - so minding what you eat and drink, no smoking and very little partying, wearing sunscreen. Also being very short and skinny with a baby face contributes to that. I'm in my early 30s and often get mistaken for a 15-year-old, lol.

[PBandJ_Nerd]

Me and you share the same pain of being mistaken for a kid.

[MzAsh]

People say I look in my 20s. I’ve always looked younger. I don't know why

[Asker]

In your 40s it's likely good genetics or self care

[jshm2]

Your theory is wrong, and you need to spend more time in school than bitching on prettier women.

[Asker]

Lol what? I'm not talking about 28yo women looking 22. I'm talking about 22yo women looking 14. That's better looking to you? Sus dude. 💀

[jahaims]

Genetics and environment

[PBandJ_Nerd]

It's due to genetics, just like how being short is. I'm 25 but I look like I'm 12.

[Asker]

Are you short also? And I know that, but I wonder what the specific aspects generally are. I think height plays a large factor, but thats why I also wonder if things lile adult acne, round faces or larger cheeks may play a factor.

[PBandJ_Nerd]

I'm petite, 4'9 in height. Have no clue about the others.

[schoolgirlskirtcaley]

It all comes down to how well you look after yourself. Men & women

[Asker]

I think that's true generally, but not in the case I describe. Good skin and hygiene aren't associated with young teenagers. And no amount of self care will make you look ten years younger when you're 24.

[jazzy34]

They take care of themselves.

[Asker]

I see many who don't do much skin care who look younger, while those who do a lot simply look their age but with good skin. Maybe that rule applies in your late 20s or 30s, but good skin isn't something I subconsciously equate to teenagers