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Variation in facial masculinity and symmetry preferences across the menstrual cycle is moderated by relationship context
Psychoneuroendocrinology, 05/25/2012
Little AC et al. – The results indicate that cyclic shifts in women are most apparent when judging for short–term relationships, which may explain the null results in studies where only general attractiveness was assessed. Cyclical preferences could influence women to select a partner who possesses traits that may enhance her offspring's quality at times when conception is most likely and/or serve to improve partner investment when investment is important.
