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What is the meaning of '一白遮百丑 (yī bái zhē bǎi chǒu)'?
"Fair skin conceals a thousand flaws."
What is the meaning of '白富美 (bái fù měi)'?
"White, rich, and beautiful" (ideal for women).
What is the meaning of '高富帅 (gāo fù shuài)'?
"Tall, rich, and handsome" (ideal for men).
Define 'facekini'.
A mask worn on the face to protect from the sun.
What does 'blepharoplasty' mean?
Double eyelid surgery.
Why is fair skin highly valued in Chinese beauty ideals?
Historically, pale skin indicated wealth and a lack of manual labor. Darker skin was associated with the working class.
What are some modern practices used to maintain fair skin?
Use of sun umbrellas, face masks, and facekinis to avoid tanning.
What are the health risks associated with skin-whitening products?
Many contain harmful ingredients like mercury, which can damage kidneys and nerves.
Why is double eyelid surgery popular in China?
Many East Asians have monolids, and the surgery makes the eyes appear larger, which is considered more attractive.
How do limited clothing sizes in China affect body image?
They can reinforce unhealthy body image issues by promoting extreme thinness as an ideal.
What is a significant difference between Chinese and Western beauty standards?
Chinese beauty standards often prioritize fair skin and thinness to a greater extent than Western standards.