Beauty stereotypes, racial stereotypes, standard for beauty, physical attractiveness stereotype, age, size, expenses, popular opinion
Several debates will forever be etched in the history of America. One of the most defying debates surrounds beauty. It is often argued about in magazines, on television, and online. Despite the multiple debates, several stereotypes regarding beauty exist. The argument transcends multiple lines including racial. Scientists have even attempted to determine if attractiveness is measurable. Body fat percentage, facial symmetry, and additional factors can only account for a certain percentage of beauty. Nevertheless the stereotypes are still there. Research reveals the various stereotypes of beauty and race.
[...] Several examples of older beauty exist to dispute this stereotype. Madonna, Stacey Dash, Susan Sarandon, and Tina Turner are beautiful women that are above the age of 50. In some instances the features associated with age even make a person look better. One sentiment is undeniable when identifying the stereotypes of beauty in America. The standard of beauty favors whites more than any other race. Individuals of varying ethnicities are bombarded with terns and images of beauty that celebrate features that are not characteristic for them. [...]
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[...] (Mobius) Size is the next beauty stereotype identified. Many believe a thin frame equates beauty. This notion is slowly dying. The model frame is not realistic and people are beginning to take notice. Women such as Catherine Zeta-Jones and Christina Hendricks are perfect examples of this deteriorating stereotype. The unhealthy habits associated with this stereotype may have been the biggest factor in the decline of its association with beauty. (Griffin and Judith) Beauty is often associated with expensive material items. [...]
[...] Beauty stereotypes are most powerful because of the associated traits. Psychologists refer to this as the physical attractiveness stereotype. This terms identifies the belief that physically attractive people retain additional socially desirable personality traits. (Langlois, Judith, and Stephan) However, the traits are not assured. They are merely associated with beauty stereotypes. The most common stereotype of beauty may be that there is only one standard for beauty. Obviously, this stereotype is not true. Beauty may change according to the person. [...]
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