Did you ever
notice that the bar is continually being raised on
exactly what physical characteristics define
beauty? As I sit in front of the TV, I am
bombarded by beauties with pouty lips, perfect
bone structure, flawless skin, more
"voluptuous" upper regions, size 2
waists, and hair that resembles spun silk. Take
these same beauties and plop them back in time
20-30 years, when the advent of modern cosmetic
technology had not even begun to reach its full
potential. Do you think they would have had those
same attributes you find yourself longing for when
faced with these images? My guess is probably not,
or at least not to the same extent.
True, genetics play a role in physical beauty,
but with the likes of total "extreme"
makeover reality TV (The Swan, Extreme Makeover,
Dr. Beverly Hills) and abundant publicity, we see
that beauty and cosmetic improvement can now be
achieved by a few thousand dollars and a good
plastic surgeon. Not only that, but cosmetics in
general are now so technologically advanced, you
can improve your looks by personal makeup
application and home treatments.
There are now do-it-yourself cosmetic
treatments such as home microdermabrasion kits,
chemical peels, "botox" creams and gels,
teeth whiteners, hair removal treatments,
cellulite treatments, professional hair
straighteners and colors, self tanners, lip
enlargers, acne treatments, and the list goes on
and on (http://www.cosmeticsgalore.com/best-skincare-products-reviews.html
). Cosmetics marketers and science have joined
forces to give women everything they ever wanted
to be their most beautiful, and feel better about
themselves. Women are benefitting by so many
companies competing for a piece of these fairly
new markets by lower, more competitive prices.
Not only are there new breakthroughs in the
world of cosmetic science, but there are
constantly new studies and discoveries in the
field of nutrition, fitness, and wellness. Combine
this with the new wave of technologically advanced
cosmetics, supplements, and treatments, and you've
got a recipe for a healthier, longer, more
satisfying life for those of us who decide to take
advantage of the advanced knowledge of our time.
So, does your desire to be your best and most
beautiful self make you shallow, less credible, or
somehow jeopardize your feminist agendas? Unless
you've somehow compromised your integrity, morals,
or core beliefs along the way, the answer is
ABSOLUTELY NOT! As long as you are not putting
yourself at high risk for physical harm, obsessing
endlessly, or spending your life savings,
investing time and money into your beauty
ultimately is an investment in your well being,
self esteem, and many times, mental and physical
health. Feeling beautiful is part of what makes us
women. Come on, it's just plain FUN to experiment
with different looks and different products! It
feels good to be noticed, and when you feel
beautiful, you tend to radiate confidence and
power. It is inherent in our nature to want to
feel feminine and look and feel our best, and
there is nothing wrong with it, as long as it is
not all-consuming.
As a self-proclaimed "product
junkie", I can attest that many of these
newly engineered products really do work, as I
have tried nearly all of them in the quest to look
and feel my best. I can't wait to see what they'll
come out with next, as every new product seems to
top the last. Hey, women have come a long way, and
we deserve to feel sexy and confident - beyond
smoke and mirrors!
Danna Schneider is the webmaster of the beauty
review and advice website CosmeticsGalore.com
( http://www.cosmeticsgalore.com
). She is a cosmetics and beauty product
researcher and enthusiast.
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