Differences in Perceptions of Beauty and Cosmetic Procedures in Ethnic Patients

    Lily Talakoub, Naissan O. Wesley
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    TLDR The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.
    The document from 2009 emphasizes the need for the cosmetic industry to adapt to the diverse beauty standards and cosmetic concerns of ethnic patients, as the U.S. population becomes increasingly multicultural. It notes that by 2056, non-Caucasian individuals will make up over 50% of the population, and already by 2007, ethnic minorities accounted for 22% of all cosmetic procedures, up from 17% in 2001. The paper discusses the unique features of ethnic skin, such as differences in pigmentation, aging mechanisms, and facial structure, and the importance of understanding these to provide appropriate cosmetic treatments. It highlights that ethnic patients often seek to enhance their natural features rather than conform to Western beauty standards. The document also points out the inadequacy of existing skin classification systems like the Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype System and calls for more inclusive terminology. It concludes by advocating for the recognition and celebration of ethnocentric beauty in cosmetic surgery, with specialized approaches for different ethnic groups, including modifications in hair transplantation techniques for African American patients.
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