What Causes Hip Dips?

The science behind hip dips. Genetics, pelvis shape, and anatomy.

FAQ

What are hip dips?
Hip dips (violin hips) are the inward curves on the sides of the body below the hip bones. Natural, 30% of women.
What causes them?
Hip dips are caused by pelvis shape — the bone structure between hip bone and thigh bone. Genetic.
Can you get rid of them?
You cannot change the bone, but visibility reduces 20-95% via exercise, shapewear, fillers, or surgery.

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