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Ex-teacher roasted after claiming she was traumatized by Sydney Sweeney ad
A former New Jersey teacher-turned-lifestyle creator is getting slammed on social media as insecure and in need of therapy for using Sydney Sweeney’s…
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Social Media User Highlights Impact of Beauty Standards in Advertising on Young Girls of Color
A recent social media commentary has sparked discussion on the portrayal of beauty in mainstream advertising, particularly its effects on young audiences of color. A user, identified as Payal, shared her personal experiences in response to a new American Eagle advertisement featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. Payal highlighted the challenges faced by young brown girls growing up in environments where Eurocentric beauty standards are often prioritized. In her video, Payal recounted her own childhood desire to have blonde hair and blue eyes, a sentiment she believes is still prevalent among young girls of color. She argued that while some online discourse focuses on the political ideologies potentially represented by the ad, her primary concern lies with the psychological impact on impressionable youth. "It took me so long in my life to look in the mirror and see beauty," she stated, expressing regret that this continues to be a shared experience for young brown girls. Her commentary underscores the ongoing need for diverse and inclusive representation in advertising to foster positive self-image across all communities.
