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“I Want Skin Like Her”: How Social Media Is Shaping Unrealistic Skin Expectations Among Children
When a child is watching a video on YouTube or Instagram, it might seem like a harmless remark. However, remarks such as these should be taken seriously by parents. Youngsters are spending more time staring at people on the internet, and many of the faces they see are very different from the typical appearance of actual flesh.
A face may be transformed in a few seconds with a little makeup, a nice light, and a filter. Skin can appear brighter, smoother, and entirely pore-free. Children may find it challenging to distinguish between reality and the camera when they are exposed to this type of content repeatedly.
This is where the problem starts. We spoke to Prasanna Vasanadu, Parent Educator and Founder of Tikitoro, who explained how social media is shaping unrealistic skin expectations.
When Normal Skin Starts To Feel Like A Problem
They may look at her own face and wonder why she has pores, a few pimples, freckles or uneven skin. Something completely normal can suddenly feel like a problem.
"Kids are seeing more and more videos in which the creators discuss getting 'perfect' or 'glowing' while using a variety of items. It may give them the feeling that having a shelf full of products or a specific routine is necessary to look good," said Vasanadu.
Skincare Isn't The Issue - The Motive Behind It Is
Children's interest in skincare is not the problem. Self-care is a good habit. The concern begins when skincare becomes less about keeping the skin healthy and more about fixing something they believe is wrong with their appearance.
They need to understand what they are looking at.
Starting The Conversation Without Making It A Lecture
"They can have easy conversations with their parents about editing and filters. It's not necessary for the discussion to sound like a lecture. A parent may casually enquire, 'Do you think the camera or filter could have changed how it looks?' when a youngster draws attention to someone's perfect skin," advised Vasanadu.
Children can learn more about what is genuine and what has been changed through these brief discussions. These small conversations can help children become more aware of what is real and what has been altered.
What Kids Absorb From Conversations At Home
"It is also important for adults to be careful about the way they talk about appearance at home. If children constantly hear conversations about having clear skin or hiding imperfections, they can easily pick up the message that appearance is something they should always be worried about," highlighted Vasanadu.
More importantly, children should grow up understanding that they don't need perfect skin, or a filter, to feel comfortable in their own.
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