The seven faces of Donald Trump – a psychologist’s view

From the chin-jut to the zipped smile, we examine the president-elect's signature facial expressions and what they tell us about him

A great deal of Donald Trump's political success can be put down to his body language and the unusual ways he uses his face. The first thing we notice about Trump's facial expressions is the sheer variety. The second is their dramatic, often over-stated character. This was evident before and during the presidential election. While the other candidates - Hillary Clinton included - were struggling to appear likeable and restrained, Trump was busy performing grimaces that would not have looked out of place in Japanese Noh theatre. But what are Trump's signature facial expressions, and what do they tell us about him?