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Episode 26

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Published on:

18th Jun 2025

Bonus Episode: Your Face Wasn’t Meant to Be Seen This Much!

We weren't meant to see our faces this much-or this closely. From front-facing cameras to Zoom calls and filters, modern tech has turned self-viewing into self-surveillance.

In this bonus episode, I explore how constant exposure to our own image is warping our self-perception-and what it's doing to our sense of beauty.

It's not your face-it's the tech!

Are. You. Ready?

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Sources & References:

Wardle, H., & Gill, T. (2023). “Self-perception in selfies: Are smartphone cameras warping our faces?” Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications

Dr. Dara Liotta, Interview with The Independent, “Why Selfies Distort Your Face” (2022)

Kourosh, S. et al. (2021). “Zoom Dysmorphia: A New Face of Body Dysmorphic Disorder?” Journal of Facial Plastic Surgery

American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) 2022 Annual Survey

Diedrichs, P. (2020). University of the West of England, Body Image Research Centre interview with BBC Future

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About the Podcast

Beauty Unlocked the podcast
Buckle up and get ready as I delve into a variety of topics regarding physical beauty.

We'll take a look at our society's obsession with physical beauty and the consequences these impossible beauty standards have had on us.
Let's face it; this fascination regarding physical beauty and body image isn't a recent phenomenon; it has been around for centuries, crossing borders, and has affected men and women alike.
The realization of this podcast has come about by my own experiences having to deal with society's perverse notion of physical "perfection" and researching an array of topics that have intrigued me over the years.
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Carissa Vikis

Hey there!
I'm Carissa, host, content creator, and producer of the indie podcast Beauty Unlocked.
Growing up, I was frequently compared and criticized for my looks and weight. This started the vicious cycle of being self-critical and loathing my body. I knew I wasn't the only one suffering from society's ridiculous notion of what "we should look like." I started digging deeper and researching various topics, and the rest is h(er)story!
Beauty Unlocked The Podcast aims to educate and bring awareness of our society's obsession with physical beauty and the emotional consequences these impossible beauty standards have. Beauty Unlocked's social media platform showcases not only my work but that of other artists, illustrators, and fellow podcasters that I admire and that share a similar message of inspiration, empowerment, positivity, and raising awareness on a variety of social issues.