Beauty treatments promise transformation, but do they reinforce societal pressures? Explore the cycle of perfection and self-acceptance.

"American women are grappling with a backlash against ... and individual solution to that societal failure." Regarding beauty standards, "there have been major steps forward, like the body ...

Traditional beauty standards are deeply cherished in Egypt ... which is reflected in the beauty of American women. With cultural influences worldwide, American women come in various appearances ...

Each frame shows dusky blue bodies in constant motion, capturing over 30,000 years of changing beauty standards. Mayan fertility goddesses morph into reclining Renaissance women with thick thighs ...

Smithsonian Institution American beauty standards and practices for women were also affected by the innovation and marketing of the safety razor. Beginning in the early twentieth century, ...

Personal care brand Dove has launched a campaign to encourage women around the world to ditch unrealistic beauty standards when setting New Year's resolutions. Titled #NewYearsUnresolution ...