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Daily Mirror
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'TikTok's perfect face trend is a fast track to making people feel like they're not good enough'
Editing celebrities' faces to fit a 'perfect' mould has become a popular trend online, regularly gaining millions of viewers. But a beauty expert warns it could be damaging people's self esteem We're taught that beauty is subjective – but is it? As part of a popular online trend, creators are editing celebrity faces to fit a 'perfect face' template. But how does it affect the audience watching it? If you type 'perfect face' into the TikTok search bar, you'll be instantly met with hundreds of videos from a multitude of creators. They all follow a similar format: they take a front-facing photo of a popular celebrity and then place a 'perfect face' template over it, before using editing software to warp their features to fit. They then reveal a 'before' and 'after', which in many cases shows the celebrity contrasted with a face almost unrecognisable to their own. One of the most popular of these accounts is @artgasmm, a digital artist with over 34K followers and whose videos regularly rack up millions of views. Some of the most recent subjects include Lola Tung and Christopher Briney, stars of The Summer I Turned Pretty, and Jojo Siwa. While, together, these videos drew almost 10 million viewers, many of the commenters have expressed their upset and discomfort with the warped features. Under Jojo's video, one wrote: 'She's a beautiful girl, don't think she needs you describing what her perfect face would be." Another said: 'Hey so let's not normalise this perfect face s**t…can you not see the damage a filter like this could do to young people???' Viewers were also upset under the comment section of Lola Tung's video. Commenters pointed out that the actress, who is biracial, appeared more European after having the filter applied. 'Good to know having a perfect face means erasing any feature that isn't white,' one user wrote. But where does it come from? The perfect face template is based on the 'Golden Ratio', which dates back to Ancient Greece and which is supposedly a mathematically accurate formula for beauty. It's basically an attempt to measure attractiveness through facial symmetry. However, this Euro-centric beauty ideal often doesn't fit many different faces and (quite literally) doesn't make room for unique features. This can be incredibly problematic, especially if it's part of media women are regularly consuming. For more stories like this subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The Weekly Gulp, for a curated roundup of trending stories, poignant interviews, and viral lifestyle picks from The Mirror's Audience U35 team delivered straight to your inbox. Saffron Hughes, a make-up artist at believes these videos can have a detrimental impact on women's self esteem. She says: 'These 'perfect face' edits might look slick on TikTok, but they're a fast track to making people feel like they're not good enough. As a makeup artist, I work with women every day who already feel under pressure to look a certain way, and this just adds fuel to the fire.' She adds: 'You're taking real faces and editing them to fit a mould that doesn't actually exist in real life. Even the celebrities being edited wouldn't recognise themselves. It pushes this idea that beauty has to mean flawless skin, high cheekbones, big eyes, a tiny nose, and anything outside of that doesn't measure up.'
News.com.au
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Stars of megahit Summer I Turned Pretty host Sydney event as new season clocks 25 million views in 7 days
Not since Twilight's Team Edward/Team Jacob saga have we seen fandom levels like this on a book-to-screen adaptation. But Prime Video series The Summer I Turned Pretty – based on the New York Times best-selling trilogy by Jenny Han – is delivering a new love triangle that leaves the vampire film franchise in the dust. And if Wednesday night was any indication, the drama series has a strong following in Australia too. Its stars Lola Tung, 22, and Rain Spencer, 25, attended the Prime Book Club Live media launch event at Machine Hall in Sydney to promote the third and final season, where it was announced that Season 3 clocked a massive 25 million viewers in the first seven days of its July 16 premiere on Prime Video. 'It's really cool. I can't believe that people keep watching the show,' Tung, who plays protagonist Belly on the series, told at the event. 'Thank you to everyone for watching it. It's really, really awesome and I'm very proud of what we did.' Author, creator and showrunner Han, who was also at the event, told us that she never anticipated her book trilogy would go on to become a global smash-hit series. 'It's really humbling to think we worked really hard on the show and then this many people are tuning in and spending time with us,' she said. 'Everyone's busy in life and I think every minute you decide to be with our story, it's incredible.' Spencer, who plays Belly's best friend Taylor Jewel, added of the huge viewership: 'I don't really think I could conceptualise that, to be honest.' 'Wow, that's a lot. I'm so grateful and that's so cool. I don't think I have fully wrapped my head around that.' The launch night was attended by select media and some diehard fans, but the Prime Book Club Live free fan event kicks off at Machine Hall on Thursday evening, where through immersive activations and panel discussions fans get to experience their favourite content live. It is strictly a ticketed event but ticket allocations have already been exhausted… within 60 seconds of registrations opening. No surprises given the cultural sensation has captured the hearts of fans around the globe. The series follows Tung's character Isabel 'Belly' Conklin as she spends her summers at their family friend's vacation home in fictional Cousins Beach, where she finds herself navigating love and heartbreak in the amidst of a love triangle with the Fisher brothers, Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Needless to say, that's where the Team Conrad and Team Jeremiah discourse comes into play as fans pick sides in this epic love triangle, which all comes to a head in Season 3 when Belly decides which brother ultimately has her heart. 'It's nice to see that people are so passionate about it,' Tung told in a separate interview in Sydney earlier this week. 'The discourse is great – it's what you're supposed to feel. I think there should be a back-and-forth pull, especially over the three seasons. Because Belly's not always sure where her heart is leading her.' 'That's what makes it interesting and makes you want to follow on the journey with her,' she adds. 'She's not always making the most perfect decision, but I think that's what growing up is about – making mistakes and learning from them and following your heart.' Viewers wouldn't know it, but TSITP is actually Tung's very first acting role. She was studying acting at the Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama in Pittsburgh when she auditioned for the role of Belly – and now the role has 'absolutely' shaped her as an actress. 'She was the first role in my professional career that I ever played. So I mean, she will stick with me forever,' Tung said. 'I got to grow up with her. It's been an incredible journey, and I will forever be grateful for it. She's a very important part of my life.' Han's first book of the same title was released in 2009 with the follow-up novel in the series, It's Not Summer Without You and We'll Always Have Summer, released in 2010 and 2011, respectively. 'I was just thinking a lot about that time in a young woman's life where she is stepping into adulthood and I think it can be really scary and also exciting. You're just coming into your power and that's really what her story's about,' Hans reflected on the inspiration behind her novels. And to be able to translate her story to the small screen as creator, showrunner and writer on series, was just a welcomed bonus. 'I always wanted a really warm-hearted show,' said Han, who is also the author of the To All the Boys I've Loved Before book series, which was turned into a film series by Netflix. 'It's been really incredible. I think being able to tell a story the way that I would like to, and the way that I think the story should be told, it's really been a privilege.' Prime Video has emerged as the leading streaming platform to take the biggest young adult novels from page to screen. Along with TSITP, the streamer has adapted bestsellers such as E. Lockhart's We Are Liars trilogy into a series, and Mercedes Ron's Culpables Saga: Culpa Mía (My Fa ult), Culpa Tuya (Your Fault), and, the soon-to-be released, Culpa Nuestra (Our Fault) has gone on to become a film franchise loved the world over. Spanish-born author Ron was also at the Prime Book Club Live event where she told she is elated over her books and the films success. 'It's been a dream come true actually. I always wanted Culpa to be a movie and all the process has been amazing and stressful at the same time,' she told us. 'But at the end, when I watched the movie, I was so happy and I couldn't wait for the fans to watch it – and they love it. So it's been an amazing journey.' 'I thought that in Spain it was going to work really well, but I never expected to be all this phenomenal around the world. But I think people really like it and it's amazing as a writer.' The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 is now streaming on Prime Video, with new episodes dropping Wednesdays. Culpa Mía (My Fault) and Culpa Tuya (Your Fault) are now steaming on Prime Video, with Culpa Nuestra (Our Fault) premiering in October.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why are there only 2 episodes of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'? Here's what to know
The newest season of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" has started airing on Amazon Prime. The third and final season of the show is almost upon us, and viewers will soon find out who the beloved Isabel "Belly" Conklin (Lola Tung) ends up with. During the Season 2 finale, Belly chose to be with Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Season 3 will occur after a time jump in which Conrad (Chris Briney) will continue his journey to become a doctor after attending Stanford University. However, some fans may notice a little change this season: Amazon didn't drop all the episodes at once. Here's why the streaming service made the change and when the next episode of the popular TV show will be available to watch. Why are there only 2 episodes of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'? During this season of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' Amazon Prime Video will be doing something different with the show. Instead of releasing the whole season at once, the streaming platform will premiere with the first two episodes of TSITP Season 3, then air the rest of the episodes weekly on will go on until the Episode 11 finale which airs Wednesday, Sept. 17. When does the next episode of TSITP come out? 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3 Episode 3 airs Wednesday, July 23 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3 release schedule Here is the release schedule for "The Summer I Turned Pretty" Season 3: Season 3, Episodes 1 and 2: Airs July 16 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 3: Airs July 23 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 4: Airs July 30 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 5: Airs Aug. 6 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 6: Airs Aug. 13 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 7: Airs Aug. 20 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 8: Airs Aug. 27 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 9: Airs Sept. 3 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 10: Airs Sept. 10 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 11 (finale): Airs Sept. 17 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Where can I watch 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'? "The Summer I Turned Pretty" Season 3 will premiere on Amazon Prime Video. You can catch up on Seasons 1 and 2 on the streaming platform while you wait. Prime Video is available with an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually for an individual. Student membership costs $7.49 per month or $69 per year. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Here's why there are only 2 episodes of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
When does 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' come out? Where to watch Season 3
It's not summer without "The Summer I Turned Pretty." The third and final season of the show is almost upon us, and viewers will soon find out who the beloved Isabel "Belly" Conklin (Lola Tung) ends up with. Season 3 will follow the events of author Jenny Han's last book in the TSITP trilogy, "We'll Always Have Summer." During the Season 2 finale, Belly chose to be with Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Season 3 will occur after a time jump in which Conrad (Chris Briney) will continue his journey to become a doctor after attending Stanford University. Are you Team Jeremiah, Team Conrad or just Team Belly? It's time to prepare yourself for the heartbreak and romance. Here's when "The Summer I Turned Pretty" comes out, where to watch "The Summer I Turned Pretty" and the Season 3 release schedule. What is 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' rated? "The Summer I Turned Pretty" is rated age 14+ according to Common Sense Media. This is due to the language, sex, romance and nudity; products and purchases; violence and scariness; and drinking, drugs and smoking. Where was 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' filmed? "The Summer I Turned Pretty" takes place in the fictional town of Cousins Beach with inspiration drawn from many East Coast beach towns. Scenes were filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina, and nearby beaches such as Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. How many seasons of 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'? There are three seasons of "The Summer I Turned Pretty." The April 24 Instagram post with the teaser for Season 3 confirmed that it would be the final season. 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3 release date "The Summer I Turned Pretty" Season 3 will premiere on Wednesday, July 16. What time does 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' come out? Season 3 of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" Episodes 1 and 2 come out at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET on Wednesday, July 16. 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3 release schedule Here is the release schedule for "The Summer I Turned Pretty" Season 3: Season 3, Episodes 1 and 2: Airs Wednesday, July 16 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 3: Airs Wednesday, July 23 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 4: Airs Wednesday, July 30 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 5: Airs Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 6: Airs Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 7: Airs Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 8: Airs Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 9: Airs Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 10: Airs Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. Season 3, Episode 11 (finale): Airs Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 12 a.m. PT and 3 a.m. ET. How long are TSITP episodes? Episodes of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" are around 45 minutes to an hour long. Is 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' on Netflix? No, "The Summer I Turned Pretty" is an Amazon Prime Video original. What can I watch 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'? "The Summer I Turned Pretty" Season 3 will premiere on Amazon Prime Video. You can catch up on Seasons 1 and 2 on the streaming platform while you wait. Prime Video is available with Amazon Prime membership, which costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually for an individual. Student membership costs $7.49 per month or $69 per year. Reach the reporter at Follow @dina_kaur on X, formerly known as Twitter, and on Bluesky @ Subscribe to today. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3 release schedule and time Solve the daily Crossword
News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Conrad Or Jeremiah? Who Is The Better Choice For Belly?
History proves that audiences can't resist a classic love triangle. The latest take on this timeless trope unfolds in Jenny Han's Prime Video series The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, featuring Lola Tung as Belly Conklin, Christopher Briney as Conrad Fisher, and Gavin Casalegno as Jeremiah Fisher. The heart of the story revolves around Belly's romantic dilemma between the two Fisher brothers, who are the sons of her mother's best friend, Susannah, and the boys she's spent every summer with. But who will she choose in the end? The online debate is heating up, and we've got some thoughts. Watch the video for more. news | entertainment news live | latest bollywood news | bollywood | news18 | n18oc_moviesLiked the video? Please press the thumbs up icon and leave a comment. Subscribe to Showsha YouTube channel and never miss a video: Showsha on Instagram: Showsha on Facebook: Showsha on X: Showsha on Snapchat: entertainment and lifestyle news and updates on:
