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Exploring the line between skincare self-care and body image concerns
The article examines the growing phenomenon of cosmeticorexia, a term describing an excessive preoccupation with achieving flawless skin through elaborate skincare routines. While skincare can be enjoyable and soothing, the piece explores when this self-care becomes problematic. The author notes that cosmeticorexia is not a recognized medical diagnosis but rather a recently proposed term, with limited research supporting its existence. A small study cited in the original editorial found 'cosmeticorexic traits' in about 8% of dermatology patients who had undergone multiple filler procedures, but this sample is highly selective and doesn't represent the broader population. The article highlights that young people, particularly tweens and teenage girls, are increasingly exposed to complex skincare routines and anti-ageing messaging through social media, which can impact their developing body image. Research shows that comparing one's appearance with others online is associated with body image concerns and eating disorder symptoms. The piece also discusses the physical risks of excessive skincare, such as skin barrier disruption, inflammation, and contact dermatitis from layering multiple active ingredients like retinoids and exfoliating acids. A 2025 study of TikTok videos revealed that skincare routines for girls aged 7-18 typically included an average of six products costing around US$168 (A$230), with only 26% of daytime routines including sunscreen. The article provides warning signs that may indicate problematic skincare habits, including spending increasing amounts of time or money on skincare, feeling compelled to follow rigid routines, becoming anxious when products are unavailable, and avoiding social activities due to skin concerns. It offers practical advice for those concerned about their skincare habits, such as unfollowing triggering social media accounts, removing magnifying mirrors, setting spending limits, and consulting healthcare professionals. For parents, the article suggests having open conversations about skincare rather than banning products or criticizing appearance. The author emphasizes that skincare itself isn't the problem, but rather when caring for skin becomes tied to the belief that skin must be perfected before feeling acceptable. The piece concludes by directing readers to resources like the Butterfly Foundation for those concerned about body image issues.
I agree with him, it's a much healthier use of your free time and resources to smash your face with hammers and obsess over how to "mog" every potential social interaction. Having mild rooting interests in any potential NFL game is toxic, by contrast.
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Brittany Snow Marks ‘17 Years of Recovery' From Eating Disorder
Brittany Snow shared a powerful message on her recovery years after opening up about body image issues and struggling with anorexia and exercise bulimia.