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What Beauty Standards Do I Fit? Understanding Beauty Through Diversity and Self-Love

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 Beauty standards have been the highlight of civilizations for centuries, signifying cultural values, historical contexts, and changing aesthetics. Yet, with all these ideals pasted on social media and magazines, one is bound to ask, "What beauty standards do I fit?" This journey isn't about fitting a mold; it's about embracing your unique attributes while understanding the cultural nuances of beauty. This guide explores the global spectrum of beauty and helps in finding out how your facial features line up against several beauty ideals, and more importantly, how to celebrate one's individuality. Global Evolution of Beauty Standards Beauty standards change with cultures and time. What is beautiful in one era or society can be quite different in another. Examples of Beauty Across Cultures: East Asia: Smooth, luminous skin and refined facial structure are often idealized. For instance, K-beauty has driven the trend in dewy, youthful looks. Sub-Saharan Africa: Full-b...