The article discusses the growing phenomenon of young people, particularly tweens, seeking plastic surgery and Botox to look more like their filtered online personas. The author's sister, who is anti-technology, initially does not understand the appeal of these filters, prompting the author to send her a filtered photo of herself. The sister's reaction, noting that the filtered image looks like the author but also doesn't, highlights the disconnect between one's real and perceived appearance in the digital age.
The author explains that face filters are like a "fake ID for your face," allowing users to appear younger and more attractive than they do in reality. This has led to a concerning trend of tweens and young people becoming dissatisfied with their natural appearances and resorting to invasive cosmetic procedures to achieve the look of their filtered selves.
The article raises important questions about the psychological and social implications of this phenomenon, as well as the broader impact of social media and digital manipulation on self-perception and body image.
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by Amy Sea at medium.com 04-12-2024
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