Beauty is typically defined by society as being shaped and molded through culture, the media, and the trends of the Times. Whereas every time and culture has its specific aesthetic standards of beauty, in a globalized environment, it is often the promotion of in the mainstream media that shapes the universally accepted "ideal in beauty." This ideal, such as in lean body, smooth skin, in symmetrical features, usually becomes thestandard of beauty in is constantly displayed and reinforced on advertisements, movies, and fashion magazines.
These standards of beauty never appear out of thin air, but from the long-term cultural accumulation of society and the continuous dissemination of the media. Beauty pageants are an obvious example and reinforce these standards to convey a certain image of beauty. A slim figure is considered a sign of good health and self-discipline. Smooth skin means youth and vitality and is considered an external manifestation of good physical condition. Symmetrical traits equate to "perfect genes", which means good genetic traits and the ability to reproduce effectively. With the changes of The Times, these standards have been further amplified through various media, forming the so-called "ideal beauty", which is the widely pursued goal of contemporary society.
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