Psychology Uncovers Sex Appeal of Dark Personalities  Why are
narcissists more physically attractive?  iStock /
GrenouilleFilms        This is yet another reason why it may be
important to take your time in forming judgments when you get to
know someone. The initial appeal of the narcissist or psychopath
may be hard to resist. Physical attractiveness is often
automatically associated with a host of other positive traits –
a phenomenon known as “the halo effect.” When we perceive
someone as physically attractive, we automatically assume they
are also kinder, smarter, and more confident. Therefore,
creating a physically attractive veneer is a highly effective
way of creating an advantageous first impression. Combining
physical attractiveness with confidence and humor is even more
effective, and it appears that people with exploitive
personalities are more successful at this as well.  The more
humble among us can take heart in knowing that despite these
initial advantages, narcissists’ popularity tends to declin