Posts Tagged ‘body image’

Plastic Surgery for Teens Often Misguided

Plastic surgery for teens can improve body image and boost self-esteem, some argue. But one survey shows that pressure to achieve the “perfect” image defined by the media is driving many girls to destructive behaviors.
When you think of teenagers, what comes to mind? Terrible music? Video games?
Although these things may be part of the teen [...]

Cosmetic Tattooing Gaining Popularity in Australia

Cosmetic tattooing, aka permanent makeup for eyebrows, lips and eyelids, is becoming popular in the land Down Under despite medical professionals who oppose the practice.
The practice of tattooing eyeliner, lipstick and lip liner onto the face has been common in Brazil for at least twenty years, but it’s only recently that so-called cosmetic tattooing has [...]