Looksmaxxing isn’t new—men are just catching up
Oh, so now we’re worried? If you’ve been on the internet in the past few months, you’ve probably caught wind of ‘looksmaxxing’ and quickly realised just how absurd this ‘new’ toxic trend really is. Social media is flooded with men obsessively chasing the so-called perfect version of themselves, and honestly, it’s hard not to watch […]
3 weeks ago
‘My body is capable’ – We all need to listen to Cameron Diaz’s honesty about ageing
Cameron Diaz was incredibly honest about getting older We can all agree that ageing is something that many of us want to avoid for as long as possible. We dye our grey hairs, get Botox to prevent wrinkles, and keep up with trends so we look as stylish as possible. But sometimes we have to […]
1 year ago
‘Women are allowed to age’ – Michelle Keegan responds to ageing hate perfectly
Even Michelle Keegan is dealing with intense beauty standards Apparently women, whether they’re famous or not, aren’t allowed to age. That’s judging by some pretty harsh remarks on Michelle Keegan’s social media. The actress, who is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful women on earth, was targeted by trolls over the weekend. Why you ask? […]
1 year ago
‘Why does it matter if Selena Gomez had cosmetic work or not?’
Selena Gomez has responded perfectly to those plastic surgery rumours Celebrities never fail to look perfect whenever we see them at a premiere, press event, or even when they’re walking through the streets of New York. They’re like otherworldly beings incapable of having a bad hair day or dressing poorly. They undoubtedly lead to society’s […]
1 year ago
Marian Keyes’ honesty about botox and fillers is exactly what I needed to hear
Following Marian Keyes on Instagram is a breath of fresh air Marian Keyes has given me more reassurance than any self-help book ever has. Following the author on Instagram is a total joy, especially if you’re a woman in Ireland. Marian simply gets it. She understands the pressures women face, the societal expectations placed on […]
2 years ago
The rise of AI influencers: Beauty standards go from unrealistic to impossible
AI influencers amplify the unachievable beauty standards seen online to a worrying degree Social media is rife with virtual beauty standards that are, for the most part, unattainable and unaffordable. Just as we settle in and sadly learn to accept this fact, a worrying trend has been emerging. It is one that looks so real, […]
2 years ago