Jessica DeFino

Jessica DeFino, beauty reporter and critic behind the Flesh World Substack, explores the rise of a macabre 'morgue gaze' in modern aesthetics. She discusses revived fascination with Carolyn Bessette, trends like mannequin skin and cadaver fillers, ties to longevity tech and dissociation, and how anti-aging obsession shapes lifeless ideals.

Beauty journalist Jessica DeFino discusses the myth of good skin, the evolution of tans, celebrity makeup and skincare lines, and the tipping point in the beauty industry.

Beauty-industry critic Jessica DeFino discusses the harmful beauty ideals spread by social media, ageism in 'anti-aging,' and how to change your relationship with beauty standards. Explore the intersections of wellness/diet culture and beauty culture, and the impact of patriarch, capitalism, colonialism, and white supremacy. Delve into the balance between beauty and wellness culture through medication, advocating for evidence-based approaches.

I det här samtalet med Björn Hedenskjö, legitimerad psykolog, och Jessica De Fino, journalist med fokus på skönhetsindustrin, diskuteras hur skönhetsideal påverkar vårt psykiska välbefinnande. De utforskar sociala mediers roll i att förstärka kroppsmissnöje och ätstörningar, samt farorna med utreseverande standarder. Dessutom granskas den ekonomiska makten bakom skönhetsindustrin och de negativa effekterna av eurocentriska ideal, som förstärker ojämlikhet och diskriminering. En insiktsfull och tankeväckande diskussion!

Jessica DeFino, reporter and author of the Flesh World Substack who covers beauty culture and power dynamics, joins to unpack ties between the beauty world and powerful figures. They trace the industry’s obsession with youth, name financial and social entanglements, and debate how beauty functions like a secular religion shaping worth and sacrifice.

In this engaging discussion, Jessica DeFino, writer and founder of Flesh World, shares her experiences creating beauty standards while working on the Kardashian apps in 2016. They dive into the impact of Kylie Cosmetics, the paradox of 'Republican makeup,' and social media's role in democratizing beauty. Jessica critiques the rise of 'get ready with me' content and highlights the growing prevalence of cosmetic procedures amid newfound self-scrutiny influenced by filters and video calls. Nostalgia for 2016 unfolds as they examine lasting cultural shifts.

In this discussion, beauty culture critic Jessica DeFino unpacks the complex landscape of beauty standards today. She critiques Skims’ chin-shaper as a gimmick and explores the summer's facelift craze, shedding light on celebrity aesthetics' uncanny aspects. The conversation dives into Goop’s influence and the tension between wellness and beauty politics, including how societal shifts impact women's perceptions. DeFino highlights upcoming beauty trends to watch, from a backlash against fillers to the hopefulness of research-informed beauty practices.

Jessica DeFino, a beauty reporter and advice columnist at The Guardian, joins guest host B.A. Parker to discuss the blurred lines between good and bad plastic surgery. They dive into the societal pressures of beauty standards fueled by social media, examining how public scrutiny influences perceptions of cosmetic procedures. The conversation also touches on mental health implications tied to beauty ideals, as well as the evolution of these standards over time. A light-hearted trivia game about beauty terminology adds fun to this complex topic.

Jessica DeFino, a beauty reporter focused on the commodification of self-care, delves into how marketing shapes our perceptions of beauty and emotional well-being. Rusty Foster, a writer and creator, shares his experience unplugging from social media while hiking the Appalachian Trail. They explore the tension between digital engagement and the need for connection with nature. The conversation encourages reassessing our relationships with beauty products and highlights the importance of mindful digital consumption for mental well-being.

Award-winning beauty reporter Jessica DeFino discusses exposing the manipulations of the beauty industry and challenging beauty norms. She shares insights on skincare dependency, societal pressures, Madonna's appearance, and reframing beauty standards. The discussion also explores the intersection of beauty and diet culture, advocating for a shift towards self-acceptance and authenticity.