This obsession with beauty creates unrealistic standards for women from "summary" of The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf
The Beauty Myth" by Naomi Wolf delves into the detrimental effects of society's relentless pursuit of beauty on women. Wolf argues that the pervasive obsession with beauty has led to the establishment of unattainable standards that women are expected to conform to. These standards are not only unrealistic but also oppressive, as they dictate how women should look, act, and feel about themselves. Throughout the book, Wolf illustrates how the beauty industry perpetuates these standards by promoting products and services that promise to help women achieve an idealized version of beauty. From cosmetics to plastic surgery, women are bombarded with messages that suggest their worth is tied to their physical appearance. This consta...
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