What Beauty Marks Mean?

A beauty mark or beauty spot is a euphemism for a type of dark facial mark so named because such birthmarks are sometimes considered an attractive feature. Medically, such "beauty marks" are generally melanocytic nevus, more specifically the compound variant.

What do beauty marks indicate?

In Ancient Greece, beauty marks— often referred to as olives— were commonly used during the process of predicting one's future. If you were lucky enough to have a beauty mark on your cheek, then you were destined for a future of prosperity.

Are beauty marks attractive?

In truth, the term “beauty mark” was coined to describe a dark spot on your face that's seen as attractive or beautiful, meaning beauty marks are essentially just glorified moles.