Are women’s magazines responsible for lowering young

readers self esteem and satisfaction with themselves?

“Beauty presents a standard of comparison, and it can cause resentment and dissatisfaction when not achieved”

ADVERTISING

An example of a photograph which was included in a magazine.

Clear, smooth, taut & shiny skin.

Bright blue eyes.

Defined cheekbones.

The actual photograph which was taken.

Some wrinkles, not particularly smooth or clear looking. Not shine or reflection. Dull looking.

Cheekbones are undefined.

Dull eyes with no bright blue colour or shine.

BEFORE AFTER

Size Zero… “Normal”? Attractive?

“Real”? Natural?PHOTOSHOPPED!