Jessica DeFino

Beauty journalist Jessica DeFino discusses the myth of good skin, the evolution of tans, celebrity makeup and skincare lines, and the tipping point in the beauty industry.

Beauty-industry critic Jessica DeFino discusses the harmful beauty ideals spread by social media, ageism in 'anti-aging,' and how to change your relationship with beauty standards. Explore the intersections of wellness/diet culture and beauty culture, and the impact of patriarch, capitalism, colonialism, and white supremacy. Delve into the balance between beauty and wellness culture through medication, advocating for evidence-based approaches.

I det här samtalet med Björn Hedenskjö, legitimerad psykolog, och Jessica De Fino, journalist med fokus på skönhetsindustrin, diskuteras hur skönhetsideal påverkar vårt psykiska välbefinnande. De utforskar sociala mediers roll i att förstärka kroppsmissnöje och ätstörningar, samt farorna med utreseverande standarder. Dessutom granskas den ekonomiska makten bakom skönhetsindustrin och de negativa effekterna av eurocentriska ideal, som förstärker ojämlikhet och diskriminering. En insiktsfull och tankeväckande diskussion!

Jessica DeFino, a beauty reporter and advice columnist at The Guardian, joins guest host B.A. Parker to discuss the blurred lines between good and bad plastic surgery. They dive into the societal pressures of beauty standards fueled by social media, examining how public scrutiny influences perceptions of cosmetic procedures. The conversation also touches on mental health implications tied to beauty ideals, as well as the evolution of these standards over time. A light-hearted trivia game about beauty terminology adds fun to this complex topic.

Jessica DeFino, a beauty reporter focused on the commodification of self-care, delves into how marketing shapes our perceptions of beauty and emotional well-being. Rusty Foster, a writer and creator, shares his experience unplugging from social media while hiking the Appalachian Trail. They explore the tension between digital engagement and the need for connection with nature. The conversation encourages reassessing our relationships with beauty products and highlights the importance of mindful digital consumption for mental well-being.