The Sphinx

The person touches the nose with a finger.

Meaning

Skepticism
The person is uncertain about the matter at hand.
I am not convinced by what I am saying or you are telling me.
or Calming
If the person is emotionally involved, he/she wants to calm himself/herself down.
I don't want to see or hear this.

Explanation

If a person feels uncomfortable - e.g. when lying -, the breathing speed and heart rate increases. As a result, the blood vessels expand in the nose. The tingling can trigger the touch. The gesture is an indicator of discomfort - it does not proof lying!

Categories

face uneasy defensive