What Is a Good Face Rating? The 1–10 Face Score Scale Explained
What your AI face rating means — the 1–10 face score scale explained, what counts as average or high, why scores vary between photos and how to improve yours.
By the Aesthetica Team3 min read
You just got your AI face rating — so is a 6.8 good? What about 7.5? This guide explains how to read a 1–10 face score, what's typical, and what actually moves the number.
The face rating scale
Here's how to interpret a typical AI face rating such as the one in Aesthetica:
| Face score | What it means |
|---|---|
| 8.5 – 10 | Exceptional — very high symmetry, harmonious proportions and clear skin |
| 7 – 8.4 | Above average — strong features with a few focus areas |
| 5 – 6.9 | Average — the range most people fall into |
| 3.5 – 4.9 | Below average — often affected by photo quality, skin or grooming |
| Below 3.5 | Rare — usually a sign of a poor photo (bad light, angle, blur) |
So what is a good face rating?
Because most people land between 5 and 7, anything above 7 is a genuinely good face rating, and 8+ is excellent. A score of 6 isn't bad — it's normal.
It's also worth remembering that a face rating measures a photo against a set of aesthetic criteria. Real-life attractiveness includes expression, style, confidence, voice and personality.
Why your face score changes between photos
If you rate several selfies you'll see some variation. Common reasons:
- Lighting — harsh overhead light creates shadows that hide skin quality and distort shape
- Camera distance — close-up front cameras enlarge the nose and narrow the face
- Head tilt — even a small tilt affects symmetry measurements
- Expression — a neutral face gives the most consistent result
- Filters — beauty filters confuse landmark detection
For consistent scores, follow our guide on taking the perfect selfie for AI face rating.
What goes into the score?
A good AI face rater combines several parts — see How Does AI Face Rating Work? for details:
- Facial symmetry
- Golden ratio proportions and facial thirds
- Face shape harmony
- Skin quality
- Eye area and hairline
How to improve your face rating
Some factors are fixed, but many aren't:
- Skin: a simple routine — cleanser, moisturizer, daily sunscreen — improves clarity and tone.
- Hairstyle: a cut suited to your face shape balances proportions.
- Grooming: tidy brows and a well-shaped beard sharpen your features.
- Body fat: lower body fat often increases jaw and cheekbone definition.
- Sleep and hydration: reduce puffiness and dark circles.
- Photo technique: good light and the right angle can add points instantly.
For a structured approach, see our healthy looksmaxxing guide.
FAQ
Is 7 a good face rating?
Yes. A 7 out of 10 is above average — most people score between 5 and 7.
What is the average face rating?
The average falls around 5.5 to 6.5 on a 1–10 scale.
Is a 10/10 face rating possible?
It's extremely rare. Even very attractive people usually score in the high 8s or 9s, because no face is perfectly symmetrical or proportioned.
Why is my face rating low?
Low scores are most often caused by the photo: poor lighting, a close-up wide-angle selfie, head tilt or filters. Retake the photo in good light at eye level before drawing conclusions.