Scientists have uncovered the precise cause of Resting Bitch Face (RBF), a neutral expression that often comes across as unfriendly or arrogant. Best of all, you can test for it yourself using a reliable online tool.
What is Resting Bitch Face? Do people frequently comment that you look angry, arrogant, or standoffish—even when you're feeling perfectly neutral or smiling inside? You might have RBF, where your at-rest facial expression subtly signals disdain. This phenomenon affects many, backed by facial recognition research.
How researchers uncovered RBF
Experts used advanced facial analysis software trained on a database of 10,000 photos. For most people with truly neutral expressions, the tool scores about 97% 'neutral,' with the rest split across minor emotions like slight surprise or sadness—nothing unusual.
What triggers a Resting Bitch Face? When analyzing photos of individuals known for RBF, their neutrality scores dropped below 97%, with a notable spike in 'contempt.' The software detects tiny cues: a slight twitch on one side of the lip or subtly squinted eyes—subtle signals our brains interpret as bitchiness.
Do you have Resting Bitch Face? Take the test now
Upload a neutral photo of your face to the Project Oxford tool (a comparable facial emotion analyzer). If your neutral score dips under 97% and contempt scores high, RBF is likely the culprit.
