Honesty has been revealed to be the most attractive trait when it comes to online dating, new research has found.
People who boast profiles that present a more polished version of themselves have found to fare badly when it comes to bagging a date, whereas those who are more upfront and open about themselves do well on online dating sites.
According to analysis of 5,000 profiles on the online dating dating app Badoo those who list things like ‘living with parents’ and ‘heavy drinker’ were the most right-swiped.
MORE:The best mature dating sites and apps to help you find the one
The results chime with the guidance of Badoo’s relationship psychologist, Clare Stott, who believes that the masses are not interested in dating someone who appears perfect.
She said: "Showcasing what makes you unique pays off in online dating.
“Quite often, the personal things that we leave off our profiles are the exact things that are most endearing and memorable about us.
“Research shows that being honest - and polarising - in dating is beneficial because the people who then like you will REALLY like you, which is better than having someone who is only half-interested in a ‘softened’ version of you."
MORE:The reason Prince William set up a support hotline for Kate Middleton when they were dating
Interestingly, female users who claimed to have or want children someday were the most right-swiped, whereas male users who claimed to not want children were top of the list.
Heavy drinkers were also the most-right swiped on online dating sites for both genders compared to non-drinkers.
Although users living with parents came out as the most popular badge for both genders, this could be because the people analysed were between the ages of 18-35.
Those who fit into older categories may want to consider including other features of their life, as long as they are honest about them.
Worth bearing in mind next time you're writing your new bio...
-
-
The Strawberry Moon 2021 is coming—but how often does it happen and what time can you catch a glimpse of this stunning sight?
The Strawberry Moon is one celestial occurrence you won’t want to miss this summer
By Rylee Johnston •
-
The sweet signs that show Zara and Mike Tindall are still very much in love
Zara and Mike Tindall enjoyed their first day out together in months
By Georgia Farquharson •
-
The Strawberry Moon 2021 is coming—but how often does it happen and what time can you catch a glimpse of this stunning sight?
The Strawberry Moon is one celestial occurrence you won’t want to miss this summer
By Rylee Johnston •
-
The sweet signs that show Zara and Mike Tindall are still very much in love
Zara and Mike Tindall enjoyed their first day out together in months
By Georgia Farquharson •
-
Duchess Camilla leaves heart-eyed royal fans sure she is Prince Charles’ ‘soulmate’ in new video
We can see how proud Duchess Camilla is of her husband
By Caitlin Elliott •
-
Prince Charles and Prince Edward 'rally around' each other as the Queen skips Royal Ascot
The brothers looked 'pensive'
By Georgia Farquharson •
-
Chrissy Teigen’s bullying of Courtney Stodden stirs Oprah interview rumors
Chrissy Teigen's bullying of Courtney Stodden could be addressed in an Oprah interview, sources reveal
By Emma Dooney •
-
The significant reason Kate Middleton might not attend Princess Diana’s statue unveiling alongside Prince William according to a royal expert
Kate Middleton may not make an appearance after all
By Emma Shacklock •
-
Meryl Streep admits The Devil Wears Prada role left her feeling "so depressed"
Meryl Streep has revealed the real reason she was "so depressed" when filming The Devil Wears Prada
By Emma Dooney •
-
Countess of Wessex makes a heartbreaking confession about Royal Family's grief in new interview
Countess of Wessex says the death of the Duke of Edinburgh ‘has left a giant-sized hole in our lives’ in recent interview
By Laura Harman •
