Beauty marks are actually moles that are considered by many people to be attractive. In fact it has been popular for centuries for people to create false beauty marks with make up if they do not have them naturally. In order for the moles to achieve "beauty status" they usually should be somewhere on the face and not too numerous. In contrast, someone who has many moles scattered over their body may find these growths unattractive.

Although beauty marks are moles not all moles can be considered beauty marks. There are generally a few conditions in order for beauty marks to rank as a feature instead of a problem spot. However beauty is always in the eye of the beholder.

First, most beauty marks are usually sub-dermal which means below the surface of the skin. A mole that protrudes above the surface of the skin is usually found by most to by somewhat unattractive. Beauty marks can protrude a little and most are raised slightly.

Second, the beauty mark should be symmetrical. Because a large part of what makes a thing beautiful is its symmetry, moles that are shaped abnormally or disproportionately do not usually make the grade for beauty marks. Asymmetrical moles can also be sign of a skin problem such as melanoma.

Third, a beauty mark should be relatively small and exist discreetly on the face. In other words in order to be a beauty mark the mole should not be the focal point of the face. The most beautiful beauty marks are often found around the mouth and eyes. Some famous beauty marks are those found above the lip of Madonna, and below the eye of Robert De Niro and of course on Marilyn Monroe’s lower left cheek. There are many other celebrities as well with beauty marks that help keep these moles in fashion.

Since the renaissance people have been creating false beauty marks with make up. Today, false beauty marks are as popular as ever and you can buy special cosmetics just for this purpose like temporary beauty marks that stick to the skin. Some people create beauty marks to strategically cover up a pimple and others have beauty marks tattooed on their skin for a permanent look.