New York Times misunderstands human facial anatomy, beauty, and cosmetics

Its article on cosmetics (1) refers to “supermodel cheekbones,” but women do not have prominent cheekbones.  They have prominent malar fat pads (2), which mimics the plumping of the cheeks when a person smiles (3).

1. Kristen Bateman. “Contouring is back. It is not what you remember.” New York Times, January 13, 2022.
2. Ira D. Papel. “Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.” Third Edition. New York, Thieme Medical Publishers, 2009.
3. Nakdimen, K. A. (1984). “The Physiognomic Basis of Sexual Stereotyping”.  American Journal of Psychiatry.  141 (4): 499-503.