The term has become widely referred to in the media. It has made its way into lifestyle and fashion magazines for women such as Cosmopolitan and Elle, and been mentioned in published literature, both fiction and non-fiction. [10] [11] [12] [13] [14] Hehman, Eric; Flake, Jessica K.; Freeman, Jonathan B. (June 18, 2015). "Static and Dynamic Facial Cues Differentially Affect the Consistency of Social Evaluations". Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. 41 (8): 1123–1134. doi: 10.1177/0146167215591495. PMID 26089347. S2CID 11025499. Kanye West also has a rather iconic RAF where he can go from happy to cold-stare in the blink of an eye: Leonardo DiCaprio. And THE Leo? Yes, Leonardo DiCaprio is also known to have a resting asshole face: Simon Cowell. It just goes without saying that the British television star also has RAF all throughout America’s Got Talent and The X-Factor:

Honestly the Hazel was so immature she really should have been written as a 19 year old instead of well into her 20s. If you have resting bitch face, you are not alone. Here are some famous celebrities who have made their resting face famous. There is some proofreading errors but don't judge the book based on that. It's really, really good. Definitely worth ignoring some spelling mistakes for. Eastern European people are seen as very stoic and not showing a lot of emotion and … a lot of the people touted as having RBF are women.” — Abbe Macbeth, behavioral researcher In a 2014 article in the journal Philological Quarterly, Chloé Hogg, asserted that the phenomenon was not new, and offered Hyacinthe Rigaud's portrait of Louis XIV of France depicting his "bitchy resting face". [18] Levels of resting bitch face can vary greatly, with different magnitudes and amounts of fierceness.In 2015, CBS News reported that some plastic surgeons were using plastic surgery to help patients with RBF. [19] [20] Stephanie Shi (June 4, 2015). "13 Struggles Only Women With Resting Bitch Face Understand". Cosmopolitan. Archived from the original on September 30, 2015 . Retrieved August 2, 2015.

I also love River - even his name! He is shaping up to be one of my favourite book boyfriends. I'm really hoping he gets passed Hazel's many walls. We need to see those two trapped in a room together... I know he's probably keeping secrets but frankly, I don't care. I want him 'for her' anyway. The facial expression has gone on to become a popular Internet meme identified by the acronym RBF. [1] Spread in wider culture [ edit ] Louis XIV, depicted by Hyacinthe Rigaud with his face resting Gibson, Caitlin (February 2, 2016). "Scientists have discovered what causes Resting Bitch Face". The Washington Post. Archived from the original on March 15, 2018 . Retrieved February 10, 2016. "Something in the neutral expression of the face is relaying contempt, both to the software and to us." Natasha Noman (February 3, 2016). "Science Says Resting Bitch Face Is Real — And You're Probably Judging People for It". Mic. Archived from the original on December 5, 2020 . Retrieved May 9, 2016. In short, RBF is when a person's expression unintentionally implies they are "simultaneously bored, mad and skeptical," Jessica Bennett wrote of her own face in a New York Times op-ed on the subject. Some people’s mouths naturally raise on one side when they are resting, causing them to look contemptuous even though they’re feeling neutral. This can cause lots of problems since people subconsciously have negative reactions to expressions of contempt because it is the universal facial expression for hatred and disdain.Own it. You are under no obligation to change your resting bitch face. It’s a part of who you are and if you choose to embrace it, you can ensure the people who hang around you judge you based on your words and actions and not something as superficial as your resting face. At the end of the book when she finally gets the magic we are promised in the write up, her grandmother reveals that she was the one that bound her magic, amongst a few other revelations. She didn't just decide to enlighten her about everything though, oh no. Book 3.5, Walking In A Witchy Wonderland, is an anthology and a swoony, magical holiday glimpse into the lives of our favorite couples (and couples to be)! We get 5 short stories that happen alongside and within the confines of the first 3 novels with the cleverest titles and the most bewitching moments. People with resting bitch face also tend to have features that are naturally angled down. For example, some people have eyes that are downcast, making them look more tired and depressed while others have downward angled mouths that make them look perpetually upset. The latter is what creates my resting bitch face.

If so, and you’ve probably already realized it, you may have “resting bitch face” (sometimes called RBF). What is a Resting Bitch Face? Kimberly Chun (December 12, 2012). "The Watch: Wake-Up Yuks". SFGate.com. Archived from the original on December 12, 2012 . Retrieved January 2, 2023. I thought the pacing was perfect in this book. It was fast and full of action but without being frantic. It gave me time to enjoy the story, to immerse myself in it, enjoy Hazel's past, and wonder about her future. Alex and Amber are fantastic supporting characters, and I can't wait to learn more about Shadowborn as I'm sure he's dodgy. No reason, just because! 😉 Accessorize. A pair of eyeglasses (even fake ones) can drastically shift your appearance and even help mask your RBF. Try wearing eyeglasses and earrings that are fun, and wear brighter clothing—this will help counteract an unapproachable face. a b Jessica Bennett (August 1, 2015). "I'm Not Mad. That's Just My RBF". The New York Times. p.ST9. Archived from the original on September 5, 2015 . Retrieved August 2, 2015. In that moment, I joined the ranks of a tribe of women who suffer from the scourge known as "resting bitch face" or, increasingly, just RBF.

Gordon Ramsay. Love cooking? You might have seen Gordon Ramsay’s rather mean face on Hell’s Kitchen: At the end of the book her grandmother and best friend and the (Love interest maybe?) Guy that's kind of been around the whole book but hasn't actually done anything interesting just dump her with the shifters and leave. There's not really a 'bad guy' in the book, so I guess the grandmother got painted that way in my head cause there was no one worse there for the job. Use the eyebrow flash. An eyebrow flash is when you lift your eyebrows in recognition whenever you see someone. The flash is a great way to say, “I recognize you and I’m friendly!” We do this to our friends and loved ones. Flash to appear more approachable.

Honestly I have never really enjoyed books about Witches. But I also know never underestimate this author. She has literally changed my mind on a lot of books. As she completely did with this book. When you are looking at someone, look up at them. This makes your eyes more open and less downcast. Hazel, the granddaughter of the head of the witch coven, is a magical dud. When her grandmother's rivals threaten to test her coven to ensure all witches meet minimum standards, Hazel and her best friend dig through the library to find some way for Hazel to avoid expulsion. Unfortunately, they find themselves with too much power, and with secrets unburied.I didn't like how Hazel handled pretty much anything in this book. She's very immature, and for all of her tough girl posturing she lets herself become powerless pretty much constantly. RESTING WITCH FACE is the first book in the Journals of Forbidden Witchery series and we start a whole new urban fantasy. Hazel is our main character, a witch with no powers, otherwise known as a dud. This doesn't mean she's weak though. She's trained herself, and the enforcers in her coven, and can fight demons without powers. But when her grandmother (who coincidentally runs the coven) starts hiding her from view, Hazel sniffs out a secret. With her best friend Sissily, she needs to figure out what's going on before she is cast out for good. Seen At 11: A Cosmetic Cure For 'Resting Bitch Face' ". CBS News. October 26, 2015. Archived from the original on October 27, 2015 . Retrieved November 12, 2015. Bitchy resting face". Broken People. May 22, 2013. Archived from the original on December 15, 2020 . Retrieved August 2, 2015. bizarre but popular plastic surgery procedures". CBS News. October 26, 2015. Archived from the original on May 11, 2015 . Retrieved November 12, 2015. According to Dr. Joseph Eviatar of Chelsea Cosmetic, more and more people are seeking medical treatment to help correct their natural resting bitch face.