Cheekbones typically stop growing around age 18 for females and 20 for males.
This is because the bones in the face, including the cheekbones, finish growing during puberty. However, the shape and prominence of cheekbones can change throughout life due to factors like:
- Weight gain or loss: Changes in body fat can alter the appearance of cheekbones.
- Aging: As we age, the skin loses elasticity and collagen, leading to sagging and changes in facial structure, which can affect the prominence of cheekbones.
- Genetics: The shape and size of cheekbones are primarily determined by genetics.
While the actual bone growth stops around the ages mentioned above, the overall appearance of cheekbones can continue to evolve throughout life.
