You may have already noticed these two small, symmetrical dimples just above the buttocks, either on yourself or someone else. Discreet yet intriguing, they catch the eye, spark curiosity… and have an almost mythical name: Venus dimples. But what do they really reveal? Are they related to health, genetics, or simply good physical condition? Spoiler alert: the answer might surprise you…
Venus dimples: a small detail… sculpted by nature
One might think these little dimples are the result of hours spent exercising, but think again: their secret is much deeper (and more natural) than it seems. Venus dimples form due to a particular attachment between the skin and the pelvic bone, more precisely at an anatomical point called the posterior superior iliac spine (yes, that’s right). RB In short, genetics decides whether you’ll have them or not. If one of your parents has them, you’re very likely to have them too.
They’re more noticeable in people with a slim or toned physique, because the skin is less “hidden” by fat. But let’s be clear: you can’t “create” these dimples if they aren’t already there, no matter how many squats or planks you do. Apollo isn’t left out: men have dimples too.
And no, these little hollows aren’t just for women. In men, they’re sometimes called Apollo’s holes. A flattering reference to the god of beauty and physical strength… no less!
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