The Beauty Myth (Naomi Wolf)

"The Beauty Myth," by Naomi Wolf, argues that societal standards of beauty are used to control and oppress women. Wolf contends that as women gained more rights and opportunities, the pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty ideals increased. This obsession with appearance becomes a distraction, undermining women's progress and reinforcing traditional gender roles. Rather than celebrating women's achievements, society often equates their worth with their looks. Wolf calls for a reevaluation of these standards, encouraging women to embrace their individuality and challenge the beauty norms that limit them.