True “moon face” is brought on by a “buildup of fat deposits throughout the face and it’s usually due to excessive cortisol production,” said Rocco.

Moon face, in particular, is usually a side effect of an underlying medical condition like Cushing’s syndrome or insulin resistance, which can be treated by your doctor.

Moon face is not a dangerous condition and may go away on its own with proper lifestyle management. If it is caused by an underlying medical condition, consult your doctor for necessary treatments.

In addition to moon face, Cushing’s syndrome can also cause what’s called a “buffalo hump” on the back of the neck, “supraclavicular fat pads” on the collarbone area, a large abdomen ...

Amy Schumer joked about her “moon face” diagnosis in her new Netflix comedy, “Kinda Pregnant.” In the movie, the 43-year-old actor and standup comedian plays Lainy, an English teacher who ...

Moon face, or moon facies, is a condition where excess fat accumulates on the sides of your face, giving it a round, puffy appearance. It's often likened to the shape of a full moon.

That’s the case with this week’s rare “Smiley Face Moon” that’s been creating a buzz. People have been looking forward to April 25, when two bright “stars” are supposed to form the ...

Will you a “Smiley Face” moon in the sky tomorrow morning? A crescent-shaped moon will appear in pre-dawn sky Friday, April 25, along with two planets, Venus and Saturn. Images have spread on ...

Here's what to know. When can you view the 'smiley face' in Michigan? The triple conjunction is April 25, 2025. The alignment will occur in the predawn hours, at about 5:30 a.m., Live Science said.

Early birds on Earth will have the chance to witness the moon teaming up with two planets to form a celestial smiley face this week.. Between 30 to 40 minutes before sunrise on Friday, April 25, a ...