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Psychology
fromPsychology Today
11 hours ago

Your Instinctual Drive Predicts What You Find Beautiful

Dominant motivational drives predict aesthetic preference with 77.6% accuracy, revealing a strong link between body responses and aesthetic choices.
fromWWD
1 day ago

TikTok Tops Instagram as Beauty's Biggest Driver of Earned Media Value

TikTok drove $18.1 billion in earned media value for beauty brands in 2025, up 55 percent year-over-year and surpassing Instagram's $17 billion EMV during the period.
Social media marketing
fromHyperallergic
1 day ago

Nude Performance at MFA Boston Confronts One of Art's Oldest Tropes

Ibarra's performance shattered the historical designation of the nude woman as beautiful in art but vulgar in the flesh, challenging societal norms.
Arts
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Mothers, Daughters, and Body Image Inheritance

Studies suggest that when mothers directly encourage their daughters to lose weight, it is linked to the development of bulimic symptoms. In fact, mothers who merely talk about dieting and body dissatisfaction are more likely to be diagnosed with an eating disorder.
Women
Fashion & style
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Tanya Sweeney: Cameron Diaz has accepted ageing, wrinkles and all - it's a pity the rest of society hasn't

Cameron Diaz's return to Hollywood exposes her to scrutiny over physical appearance, contrasting past beauty standards.
London food
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

In Athens, Director Sam Pinkleton Gets a Hair Transplant and Reconnects With His Roots

A personal journey in Athens combines heritage, medical experience, and self-acceptance after a hair transplant.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The hardest thing about healing isn't the work itself. It's the quiet grief of realizing how many years you spent believing the problem was you, when the actual problem was an environment that needed you to believe that in order to keep functioning - Silicon Canals

Family systems may require a child to remain unwell for their own functionality, leading to grief and loss when the child realizes their true self.
NYC LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

The Confessional Era of Plastic Surgery

Denise Richards openly shared her facelift journey, including preparation, recovery, and post-op photos, promoting transparency in cosmetic surgery.
fromwww.marketingdive.com
3 days ago

Aerie ups commitment to authenticity with enhanced creator program

The Realmakers Community is meant to offer creators, a long-time focus of Aerie's marketing, a means to grow alongside the brand. Participating creators can earn commissions and have access to product seeding, campaign opportunities and brand-led events.
Marketing
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

My Girlfriend Let Me Do Something That Totally Embarrassed Her. It's Unlocked Something in Me I Didn't Know Existed.

Exploring newfound kinks can enhance intimacy, but communication with partners is essential for healthy relationships.
#body-image
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Body Image Is Often About Belonging, Not Just How We Look

Body image concerns stem primarily from belonging and social acceptance rather than appearance alone, rooted in how bodies are culturally read and judged within broader social contexts.
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago
Parenting

An 8-Year-Old Had a Meltdown Because Her Jeans Didn't Fit. Her Mom Responded in the Best Way

Wellness
fromScary Mommy
5 days ago

What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Body, According To Therapists

Body comments can impact self-worth and anxiety, regardless of intention, highlighting the need for mindful communication about appearance.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Best Way to Have a Beach Body?

Body image improvement requires changing perceptions rather than the body itself, emphasizing self-acceptance and care for one's body.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Body Image Is Often About Belonging, Not Just How We Look

Body image concerns stem primarily from belonging and social acceptance rather than appearance alone, rooted in how bodies are culturally read and judged within broader social contexts.
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago
Parenting

An 8-Year-Old Had a Meltdown Because Her Jeans Didn't Fit. Her Mom Responded in the Best Way

Philosophy
fromBig Think
3 days ago

What if the real driver of your health isn't genes or diet - but energy flow?

Energy flow defines vitality and shapes human experience, distinguishing living beings from the lifeless.
Fundraising
fromwww.7x7.com
5 days ago

13 Bay Area Clean Beauty Brands to Give Your Routine a Sustainability Makeover This Earth Day

95% of discarded beauty packaging ends up in landfills or oceans, with only 9% being recycled.
NYC startup
fromHer Campus
5 days ago

Everything You Need To Know About Reale Actives: Alix Earle's New Brand

Alix Earle launched her skincare brand Reale Actives, showcasing her influence and marketing skills.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
6 days ago

The dangers of extreme exercise: 'Bodybuilding took over my life - but I still kept telling myself I looked fat'

Aly Dowling overcame body image struggles to embrace exercise for its own sake in the competitive bodybuilding world.
Graphic design
fromAxios
1 week ago

"Digital fantasy"; AI hair, makeup put perfection further out of reach

AI-generated content creates unrealistic beauty standards and challenges for artists in the beauty industry.
UX design
fromMedium
6 days ago

The misrepresentation of "good taste" as a core design skill

Taste is positioned as a crucial differentiator for designers in an AI-driven landscape, but its meaning and implications are complex.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Freedom of Accepting That Not Everyone Will Accept You

Exhaustion can stem from seeking validation from someone who is emotionally inconsistent and untrustworthy.
Fashion & style
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Men Behind Your Favorite AI Gay Thirst Traps

Jae Young Joon is an AI-generated influencer created by Luc Thierry, captivating audiences with a fictional persona.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Secret to Having a Good Vibe (That Others Can't Resist)

A seven-minute Buddhist practice can significantly improve feelings of connection and well-being towards others.
Wellness
fromScary Mommy
3 days ago

I'm Tired Of Being Told I Can Buy My Way Out Of Burnout

The wellness industry targets burnt-out mothers, offering products that promise relief while shifting responsibility for well-being onto them.
Marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

An element of exploitation': the world of TikTok child skincare influencers

Children as young as 13 are promoting skincare products, raising concerns about marketing ethics and the necessity of such products for their age group.
Health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'It's empowering to show my birthmark in public'

Displaying her birthmark publicly empowers Helen Stroud to reduce stigma around visible skin differences and promote self-acceptance.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

I'm 37 and I finally understand why I keep saying yes to things I want to say no to - psychology calls it "fawning" and once you see it you can't unsee it - Silicon Canals

Fawning behavior leads to difficulty in saying no, causing resentment despite self-awareness and understanding of its irrationality.
#body-hair
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

"Let your garden grow!" Gays exclaim their love for body hair - Queerty

Queerty readers overwhelmingly prefer body hair, with many stating that the hairier the better.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

"Let your garden grow!" Gays exclaim their love for body hair - Queerty

Queerty readers overwhelmingly prefer body hair, with many stating that the hairier the better.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Are you a woman who makes life easier for everyone else? Beware you could endanger your health | Emma Beddington

Women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune diseases, with societal pressures complicating their health and well-being.
Exercise
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I Spent Years Sculpting My Ripped, Muscular Body. I Love It. My Husband Does Not.

Prioritize your body autonomy and communicate boundaries regarding weight changes for a partner's fetish.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says a woman has a beautiful soul if she has taken real pain and turned it into gentleness rather than armor - because the default response to being hurt is becoming harder, and the woman who went through the same things and came out softer instead has done something rare and almost impossible to teach - Silicon Canals

Pain can lead to gentleness, with some individuals choosing softness over hardness despite their hardships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Sali Hughes on beauty: red lipsticks don't have to be in-your-face some are as subtle as nudes

The new sheer, barely-there reds take the boldest, most classic of makeup looks and make it muted and unselfconsciously wearable by even the faint-hearted.
Fashion & style
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

From fat transplants to LED mittens: how the fear of old lady hands' mobilised the beauty industry

Hands reveal age and condition, often contrasting with facial appearance, leading to increased focus on hand care.
#looksmaxxing
Social media marketing
fromBustle
1 week ago

The Men Optimizing Their Faces - And Judging Yours

Looksmaxxing promotes extreme body image ideals, leading to toxic behaviors and attitudes towards self-worth and attraction.
Social media marketing
fromBustle
1 week ago

The Men Optimizing Their Faces - And Judging Yours

Looksmaxxing promotes extreme body image ideals, leading to toxic behaviors and attitudes towards self-worth and attraction.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Tanya Sweeney: I'll never be a size 8 again, and I don't care how I look naked - my desire to move more and eat well is now finally rooted in health, not looks

After a bumpy first couple of weeks, which shamefully involved a few tears on a rowing machine, I began to hit my stride.
Exercise
Fashion & style
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Zoe Saldana says she spent years 'mastering' her makeup now she keeps it to one product

Zoe Saldana embraces a no-makeup philosophy, emphasizing cleanliness and minimalism influenced by her upbringing and family values.
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

6 New Books That Treat Wellness Like the Business Strategy It Is

Entrepreneurs need better filters for information, focusing on practical tools for health, clarity, and stamina.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Politics of Black hair: why grooming rules are under scrutiny across the diaspora

Disputes over natural Black hairstyles highlight ongoing colonial influences on grooming standards in schools and workplaces across the African and Caribbean diaspora.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Beyond Vanity: Feeling Attractive in Midlife

Midlife changes prompt self-reflection, leading to a desire for self-care and alignment with true self rather than mere vanity.
#beauty-standards
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Television

How we ALL bought into looksmaxxing: There's nothing new about the extreme pursuit of physical perfection - just ask the contestants of The Swan

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Television

How we ALL bought into looksmaxxing: There's nothing new about the extreme pursuit of physical perfection - just ask the contestants of The Swan

fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Women behind the lens: I grew up hating my natural hair. But I transformed that pain into something empowering'

I create sculptural hairstyles using my natural hair as a material. I add some extensions, and shape it with thread and wire. A sculpture can take me from 30 minutes to more than six hours.
Writing
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
Typography
fromDefector
1 month ago

They Don't Have Lip Filler, They Just Have Lip Filler Accent | Defector

Lip Filler Accent is a speech phenomenon where individuals mimic the speech patterns associated with cosmetic lip fillers, regardless of actual cosmetic procedures.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Love or hate the wellness craze? Here's why.

Wellness culture influences behavior changes but can also provoke defensiveness and resistance due to perceived inadequacies.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Looksmaxxing: Self-Improvement Can Turn Into Self-Rejection

Self-esteem linked to appearance leads to instability and mental health issues, while sustainable growth comes from self-acceptance rather than external ideals.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What Makeup Really Says About You (and What It Doesn't)

Makeup trends on social media suggest personality insights, but research shows these links are minimal and largely influenced by observers rather than wearers.
#inner-beauty
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Show us your dome! Hot, balding, confident men are bringing sexy back | Rebecca Shaw

Baldness should not diminish male attractiveness; society should embrace balding men as sexy, as exemplified by 75-year-old Ed Harris at the Oscars.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 month ago

10 Avant-Garde Makeup Artists Redefining What Glam Can Look Like

Makeup has shifted from minimalist, flattering aesthetics toward bold, expressive, and experimental looks driven by creative self-expression rather than conventional beauty standards.
Silicon Valley
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Want to become more attractive as you age? Say goodbye to these 8 aging habits - Silicon Canals

Aging gracefully requires abandoning negative mindsets and unhealthy habits—embrace positivity and maintain physical activity to look and feel better with age.
#body-positivity
Running
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Social media often shows athletes as the leanest version of themselves, but that's not always the best'

Emma Moore, a Galway 800m runner, overcame RED syndrome caused by unintentional under-fuelling during her first year at DCU and is now rebuilding her competitive form.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

There is no shame in being vain': the relentless rise of impossible male beauty standards

Male political and cultural figures increasingly perform militaristic authority through carefully curated facial presentation and appearance, while men's faces face unprecedented public scrutiny previously reserved for women.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I've spent $33,000 on cosmetic procedures at 65. It's been life-changing for my career and confidence.

I'm 65, so I'm not pretending I'm young, but I felt there were things about my face - the bags under my eyes, the skin under my chin, the wrinkles - that were making me look older than I actually felt. I'm very busy. I have a lot of energy. I work out, I'm into health, and I'm very active. What I was seeing in the mirror didn't match how I felt inside.
Real estate
fromQueerty
2 months ago

What do you wear when you want to feel sexy & why? - Queerty

We've asked Queerty readers about their preferences when it comes to speedos, jockstraps, thongs and all sorts of scantily clad attire. So this week, in honor of Valentine's Day, we thought we would put it all together. It's time to dress to impress! For some, that means donning a sleek suit or formal wear (we love a man in a tie). Others may feel their most sultry when they're wearing itty-bitty swimwear or short shorts.
LGBT
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment that changed me: I applied mucous-tinted mascara and loved the reaction

Beauty serves as a form of unfiltered self-expression and political resistance, transcending conventional prettiness to challenge societal expectations and celebrate individual identity.
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

If a woman who always wore makeup suddenly stops - not on a bad day, not when she's ill, but permanently - most people assume she's let herself go. What's actually happening is almost always one of these 7 shifts, and the last one is the one her family should pay attention to. - Silicon Canals

According to Mary Duh, a Physician Assistant in Dermatology at Mayo Clinic Health System, 'Makeup can be infected with bacteria after only one use.' Every time we reapply that favorite lipstick or dip back into our foundation, we're potentially spreading bacteria all over our faces. By avoiding foundation and blush, the skin is allowed to return to its natural oil balance and hydration.
Health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

What to watch: Beautiful people keep blowing up in Beauty'

Like those, it scours our culture's incessant preoccupation with physical beauty, both the lusting for it and the lengths we will go to get and keep it. But The Beauty possess a mind of its own as it expounds on rich themes that Murphy's been interested in, mixing humor with black humor while he comments on sinfully glamorous lifestyles and the dark side of human nature and desire.
Television
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A moment that changed me: I shaved off my hair and immediately became an invisible woman

Postpartum exhaustion triggered radical simplification, including shaving the head to reclaim time, resist maternal idealisation, and regain personal autonomy.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Health Benefits of Looking at Beauty

Beauty, it turns out, is capable of launching not just an armada of ships, but a cascade of the same feel-good chemicals you get from being in love, eating chocolate, exercising, and having orgasms- dopamine, endorphins, serotonin, oxytocin. It also lowers stress, blood pressure, and heart rate.
Miscellaneous
Marketing
fromInc
1 month ago

The Future of AI in the Beauty Industry Won't Be Pretty

AI adoption in beauty marketing is eliminating jobs in information management roles while creating risk of industry-wide content homogeneity despite claims about creativity's enduring value.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

"Going Natural" in the Age of Facial Optimization

I am familiar with this feeling. Breadcrumb trails of heat lead to pain that's called minor, pressure that's called surprising. Rooms like this-the salon where my scalp scalds as my curls burn away or the aesthetician's office where I lie as vulnerable as I might in a hospital bed-are drenched in anxiety's musk, scented with antibacterial spray. The women who leave me their warmth are like older sisters, evidence files, guinea pigs, role models, comrades, and competition.
Social media marketing
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

I used to hate my appearance. Here's how I learned to accept it

Body Dysmorphic Disorder can severely disrupt daily life through obsessive preoccupation with perceived physical flaws, leading to isolation, compulsive behaviors, and significant emotional distress.
Mental health
fromBustle
2 months ago

My Acne Gave Me "Skinpostor Syndrome"

Living with persistent acne creates daily anxiety, shapes personal and professional decisions, and imposes significant emotional and financial burdens.
Fashion & style
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 month ago

Etiquette for the Future Body - KALTBLUT Magazine

A fashion editorial reframes refinement as genderless by combining ceremonial dressing and classic portraiture to explore post-binary identity through curated body presentation.
Wellness
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

When healthy living becomes repression

Emerging male-focused retreats and influencer-driven fitness culture emphasize strict discipline, hypermasculine rituals, and regimented wellness that can reshape men's identities and relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sali Hughes: forget smooth and glassy glam beauty is back

The appointment of Roan all grunge glitters, colourful face jewels and clumpy mascara celebrates the experimental, edgy and playful Mac aesthetic, and signals what may be the end of what industry figures often describe as the beige buffet of post-Covid fashion and beauty. Oh, the relief in seeing the back of all-over camel, in enjoying makeup textures other than perfectly smooth and glassy, the joy in a glinty eyelid or gemstone applied haphazardly and for no other reason but fun.
Fashion & style
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Body Love Isn't Required for Eating Disorder Recovery

Body compassion, not body love, is the healthier recovery goal for eating disorder patients, as bodies inevitably change and self-worth should not depend on appearance.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

55 Insanely Clever Things You Didn't Know Existed That Make You Look Hotter

Affordable, inventive beauty and styling products transform looks and routines, offering unique solutions like bond-building masks, color-changing balms, and a waist band that crops tops.
Wellness
fromBustle
2 months ago

9 Creators Who Are Redefining Wellness On Their Own Terms

Wellness-focused creators prioritize vulnerability, practical self-care, and community, redefining beauty as everyday empowerment beyond products and perfection.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

55 Clever, Cheap Things That Make You Feel Way More Confident With How You Look

Affordable, playful beauty tools and simple grooming tweaks can boost confidence and deliver salon-like results with features like ceramic barrels, adjustable heat, and safety auto-shutoff.
fromBustle
2 months ago

There's A Version Of "Blythe Doll Makeup" For Every Skin, Hair, & Eye Color

On TikTok, many people are pulling beauty inspo from these cute (and slightly creepy) toys, which were originally released in 1972. Blythe dolls have big eyes, pouty lips, and perfect makeup, plus really fun outfits, hairstyles, and accessories. Because there are so many versions of the doll - think a Fenty-level range of skin tones - it's said that everyone has a Blythe that looks exactly like them.
Fashion & style
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sali Hughes on beauty: the best tints to warm up your skin

Sheer foundations with clear pigment in warmer tones create natural-looking coverage that subtly deepens skin tone without appearing mismatched.
Fashion & style
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Why some women go gray gracefully while others look washed out: a colorist explains - Silicon Canals

Natural skin undertone and gray-hair condition determine whether gray hair flatters or washes out; tailoring makeup, wardrobe, and jewelry can optimize the look.
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