![[philtrum.avif|300]] The philtrum is the little groove that runs from the base of your nose to the top of your upper lip. - Its name comes from the Greek word *philtron*, meaning "love charm," as ancient Greeks believed it was one of the most attractive parts of the face. - Scientifically, it forms during embryonic development when the face’s different sections fuse together – it's like a seam where the puzzle pieces of your face meet. - If the philtrum doesn’t form properly, it can result in conditions like a cleft lip, which modern surgery can often repair. - Some people even believe the philtrum has a mystical origin: a [[Jewish]] legend says an angel touches a baby’s lip before birth to make them forget divine secrets. *** Page created on: [[2025-01-22]]