Face Types in K-POP ① - Dog, Fox, Rabbit, Hamster

Apr 26, 2024 — ipduck

How do you tell Korean Animal Face Types apart?

Face types are well-known in Korea but could be slightly confusing for somebody who isn't familiar with the concept. Koreans even use the concept to describe their ideal romantic partner (이상형) before they go on blind dates!

In this post, we discuss the four (4) most common animal face types in Korea: puppy(dog) 🐶, fox 🦊, rabbit 🐰, and hamster 🐹.

We've also listed some idols that are widely thought to represent each of the face types. Try to tell what animal type face your fave is! Maybe multiple types apply to them :)

What are “Animal Face Types”?

Many people are familiar with face shapes, which are often categorized into “round-shape faces 🔴,” “diamond-shape faces 🔶,” and “heart-shape faces 💙.” Like these face shapes, it is common in Korea to compare someone’s face to an animal!

Depending on people’s facial features—like eyes, lips, and cheeks—and their overall aura, animals with similar features are often paired with people’s faces.

Most importantly, face types are just for fun! There are no absolute or objective standards. So, one idol may be typed under multiple different face types, and face types may also change over time or even be affected by different styling, makeup, and concepts!

If you want to know more about Korean “Animal Face” types, check this video out!

What are some common face types?

Among many animals, there are four (4) animals that are often used to compare face types.

Let’s break down each one and find out which idols are often thought to represent it!

① PUPPY (DOG) FACE

🐶

Puppy or dog faces often have round, downturned eyes with straight eyebrows. They also have a round facial shape or jawline and a round tip of the nose. Overall, they depict a “kind” and “gentle” demeanor.

Some famous “PUPPY/DOG FACE” idols:

Seungmin (Stray Kids)
Gyubin (ZEROBASEONE)
Yujin (IVE)
Winter (aespa)

② FOX FACE

🦊

Fox faces often have the horizontally long eye shapes. They also have a sharper nose bridge/jawline compared to cat-type faces. Overall, they depict a “seductive” or “alluring” charm.

Some famous “FOX FACE” idols:

I.N (Stray Kids)
Chaeryeong (ITZY)
Yeonjun (TXT)
Seeun (STAYC)

③ RABBIT FACE

🐰

Rabbit faces often have round, bright eyes, and softly arched eyebrows. They also have pale faces with cheek blush and a bigger front tooth. Overall, they depict a “cute” and “youthful” demeanor.

Some famous “RABBIT FACE” idols:

Nayeon (TWICE)
Jang Wonyoung (IVE)
Han Yujin (ZEROBASEONE)
Soobin (TXT)

④ HAMSTER FACE

🐹

Hamster faces often have bigger pupils, and whites are prevalent in the eyes. They also have chubby cheeks and small mouths with plump lips. Overall, they depict “cute” and “adorable” demeanor.

Some famous “HAMSTER FACE” idols:

Jin (BTS)
Jo Yuri
Sieun (STAYC)
Hoshi (SEVENTEEN)

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Face Types in K-POP ① - Dog, Fox, Rabbit, Hamster