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Los Angeles Times
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Beauty horror reveals racial depth
The article explores the emergence of "beauty horror," a subgenre of body horror that highlights how cosmetic procedures and beauty standards can result in disfigurement and psychological distress. It emphasizes that for Asian American women, the pursuit of beauty is often linked to aspiring for whiteness, with cultural and historical roots rooted in racial violence and unethical medical practices. The piece critiques how the beauty industry profits from racial self-hatred while also reflecting broader systemic issues of whiteness, capitalism, and technological influence that continue to shape beauty norms today.
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