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 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.

Award-winning beauty reporter Jessica DeFino discusses exposing the manipulations of the beauty industry and challenging beauty norms. She shares insights on skincare dependency, societal pressures, Madonna's appearance, and reframing beauty standards. The discussion also explores the intersection of beauty and diet culture, advocating for a shift towards self-acceptance and authenticity.