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Science Confirms “Beer Goggle” effect

I thought this was a myth/excuse, but apparently, alcohol does effect the part of the brain responsible for detecting facial symmetry, a key part of attractiveness in any part of the world. Weird.
Link:
http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/2010/08/20/2010-08-20_alcohol_impairs_ability_to_judge_facial_symmetry_key_component_of_attractiveness.html