Social Smile vs Genuine Smile
Social smiles are performed; genuine smiles involve eyes automatically. AI detects the difference via blendshapes.
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Social Smile
Polite, voluntary expression — mouth moves without full eye engagement.
- •Mouth-only activation
- •No eye crinkle
- •Voluntary control
- •Lower Smile Score
- •Common in formal settings
Genuine Smile
Duchenne-authentic joy with involuntary eye and mouth co-activation.
- •Eye + mouth engagement
- •Orbicularis oculi activation
- •Involuntary quality
- •Highest warmth ratings
- •Higher Smile Score
Verdict
Train yourself to think of something truly pleasant — forced social smiles score 15–25 points lower on average.
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FAQ
Can I fake a genuine smile?
Partially. Thinking of real positive memories triggers more authentic activation than mechanical smiling.
Does Smile Tracker detect fake smiles?
Yes. Absence of eye crinkle and timing patterns distinguish social from Duchenne smiles.