Do you really know? Why do noses and ears grow throughout your life?
Mar 27, 2025
Curious about why noses and ears seem to grow bigger as we age? The show dives into intriguing findings from a study that measured earlobe growth in people aged 30 to 93, revealing an average lengthening of 1 cm over 50 years. It also tackles the question of when nose sagging begins and discusses potential surgical options for those seeking a more youthful appearance. All of this is packed into a quick and enlightening listen that answers your burning questions!
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Ear and Nose Growth
- Ears and noses don't actually grow continuously throughout life.
- They appear larger due to skin losing elasticity and cartilage relaxing with age.
Nose Sagging
- The nose tip sags due to aging and gravity.
- This sagging starts around 35, and the nose tip can drop 1-2 mm after 50.
Addressing Ear and Nose Changes
- There's not much one can do to prevent nose and ear changes, other than surgery.
- "Lobe jobs" are gaining popularity to restore earlobes.