29 Subtle Mistakes That Make You LESS Attractive

July 22, 2025
I don’t care how genetically blessed or gifted you are; if you’re doing any of these, you are slowly killing your attractiveness. These things can be subtle and often go unnoticed at times. They’re bad habits that you’ve picked up over the years, and when compounded or not addressed, you’ll become unattractive. Some of these are grooming-related, style, or lifestyle.

You need to up your game because even if you were blessed with incredible genetics, these subtle mistakes can destroy your attractiveness

  1. Being too available. Nobody respects someone who is desperate and always available. Respect your time so others will as well.
  2. Apologizing all the time. If you say you’re sorry every time you do something, even if you didn’t, you’re whittling away your confidence. People don’t respect pushovers.
  3. Eating like a caveman. If you’re a savage, stuffing things in your mouth, you need to have manners. Don’t chew with your mouth open because people do not think it’s sexy to eat like a savage.
  4. Gossiping about others. This is pathetic and unattractive. A man doesn’t gossip or talk crap behind other people’s backs. Keep secrets when somebody tells you something in confidence. If someone hears you gossiping, they know you’re talking trash about them when they turn their backs.
  5. Being a jerk. If you’re arrogant, boastful, a bragger, or constantly flexing, it’s very unattractive.
  6. Not smiling. Your smile tells everyone how happy, engaging, friendly, warm, inviting, and sexy you are.
  7. Always being on the phone. If you’re always on the phone, people think you’re addicted to your device, which isn’t cool.
  8. Overusing cologne. Use three squirts. That’s it. Overpowering fragrance is just as offensive as bad body odor. Don’t overdo it. Check out REBEL by Pete & Pedro. Inspired by Creed Aventis. Pete & Pedro FRESH Deodorant will also keep you smelling fresh and clean.
  9. Cutting off your sideburns. Sideburns frame your face and finish off your hairstyle. Don’t cut them super high or leave them super long. Angle them slightly to help follow the line of your jaw.
  10. Trimming too high underneath the neck. This will make your jaw look weak and your beard look messed up. Check out my demonstration in the video.
  11. Not grooming your neck. Neck beards are not sexy.
  12. Having an unibrow. These are not sexy! Make sure to pluck but not shave; remove the hair from the root by tweezing it.
  13. Having nose hair. This is a deal-breaker.
  14. Having ear hair. Your hair and anything else going funky with your ears is a deal-breaker. Ensure your ears are free from blackheads and clean after getting out of the shower. Trace the outside and inside of all of the folds.
  15. Having oily and greasy skin. This promotes blackheads and zits. Fix those!
  16. Having dry, crusty, cracked, wrinkled skin. Moisturize your skin twice a day. In the morning, before leaving the house, apply a moisturizer with an SPF of 20. Don’t age prematurely.
  17. Having yellow teeth. These will make you look older and less attractive. Make sure that they’re white.
  18. Having halitosis. Ensure your breath is fresh by brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing regularly. Use mouthwash when appropriate. Be sure to drink plenty of water as well.
  19. Not drinking enough water. Stay hydrated to look amazing, including your complexion. Drinking a lot of water can help prevent water retention and aid in flushing toxins out of your body. Drink 120 ounces daily.
  20. Having a bad hairstyle. Let your hair grow out a bit if you’re still super tight on the sides and short on top.
  21. Using too much hair product. Using too much product can kill your looks. Use a sea SALT spray pre-styler. Your hair will look light and fluffy, and it will add texture. You also won’t need to use as much of other products. Texture Powder is the other step. Just a few sprinkles to add volume and achieve a weightless texture, which can be restyled throughout the day.
  22. Not embracing natural hair texture. Don’t try to make your hair do something that it doesn’t want to do or is not intended to do.
  23. Not dealing with hair loss. Many men will experience hair loss at some point. Try Pete & Pedro Boost, a natural oil rich in over 20 excellent nutrients to facilitate and stimulate healthy hair.
  24. Wearing clothing that does not fit properly. Whether too big and baggy or too small and sausage-like, you need to look better than that.
  25. Wearing striped shirts. Striped polos are among the worst shirts available. You look like a little boy. Opt for something solid, which monochromatic looks are always amazing.
  26. Wearing dirty shoes. Keep your shoes clean. If the laces are mangled or rough, replace them. If the soles are dirty or scuffed, clean and polish them.
  27. Wearing fake leather. It looks cheap, whether in shoes, a belt, a jacket, or otherwise. Go with the real thing.
  28. Having nasty feet. If you’re wearing open-toed shoes, take care of your feet.
  29. Having nasty hands. Ensure your nails are not bitten, rough, or crusty. Your toes can’t be all fungusy or rough. Ensure your nails are clean, like a proper gentleman.

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