Psychological Effects of Beauty Standards on Women in India

Low Self-Esteem & Body Image Issues – Unrealistic beauty ideals make many women feel inadequate about their natural appearance

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Anxiety & Social Pressure – Constant comparison and societal expectations create stress, leading to anxiety about looks and self-worth

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Obsession with Fairness & Skin Tone – The deep-rooted preference for lighter skin fuels insecurity and promotes the use of harmful beauty treatments

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Impact on Career & Opportunities – Beauty biases affect professional growth, with attractive women often given preferential treatment or judged unfairly

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Emotional & Financial Strain – The pressure to meet beauty standards leads to excessive spending on cosmetic products, treatments, and surgeries, causing both emotional and financial stress

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