Discussing examples in which both attractive men and women are idealized as "the norm," Behold the Man argues that men are experiencing the same injustices as women - splashed on the covers of magazines and in advertisements, based on their sex appeal, sometimes to promote nothing more than their looks. Within this book, you'll find topics on how society portrays 'the ideal male' through advertisements for clothing, cologne, sunglasses, automobiles, and shaving products; how well-built males and their bodies are featured in movies, music videos, and literature; and how advertisers and authors faithfully follow the "bigger is better" theory - from pectoral and bicep muscles to penis size. Revealing how men alter their bodies by dieting and cosmetic surgery to achieve the look found in advertisements, this book also examines how today's growing number of male eating disorders are caused by the notion that only good-looking, muscular men are acceptable.

In this authoritative, lively book, the celebrated Italian novelist and philosopher Umberto Eco presents a learned summary of medieval aesthetic ideas. Juxtaposing theology and science, poetry and mysticism, Eco explores the relationship that existed between the aesthetic theories and the artistic experience and practice of medieval culture. "[A] delightful study. . . . [Eco's] remarkably lucid and readable essay is full of contemporary relevance and informed by the energies of a man in love with his subject." --Robert Taylor, Boston Globe "The book lays out so many exciting ideas and interesting facts that readers will find it gripping." --Washington Post Book World "A lively introduction to the subject." --Michael Camille, The Burlington Magazine "If you want to become acquainted with medieval aesthetics, you will not find a more scrupulously researched, better written (or better translated), intelligent and illuminating introduction than Eco's short volume." --D. C. Barrett, Art Monthly

In this inclusive, illustrated history and guide to skin care and beauty, journalist and founder of Very Good Light David Yi teaches us that self-care, wellness, and feeling beautiful transcends time, boundaries, and binaries—and that pretty boys can change the world Chanel and Goop might have seemed ahead of the curve when they launched their men’s beauty and wellness lines, but pharaohs were exfoliating, moisturizing, and masking eons earlier. Thousands of years before Harry Styles strutted down the red carpet with multicolored fingernails, Babylonian army officials had their own personal manicure sets. And BTS might have become an international sensation for their smoky eyes and perfect pouts, but the Korean Hwarang warriors who put on a full face before battle preceded them by centuries. Pretty Boys unearths diverse and surprising beauty icons who have redefined what masculinity and gender expression look like throughout history, to empower us to live and look our truths. Whether you're brand new to beauty, or you already have a ten-step routine, Pretty Boys will inspire and teach you how to find your best self through tutorials, beauty secrets, and advice from the biggest names in the beauty industry, Hollywood, and social media. From Frank Ocean’s skin-care routine to Clark Gable’s perfectly styled hair, Rami Malek’s subtle eyeliner to a face beat to the gods à la Boy George or Kimchi the drag queen, K-Beauty to clean beauty, Pretty Boys will completely change the way we all see gender expression and identity.

A make-up artist text book.

Unleash your inner makeup diva with your own face charts just like the ones real makeup professionals use! The MAKEUP ARTIST FACE CHARTS book includes 50 blank face charts and a product/color log so you can re-create any look. Also included are instructions and tips that cover: Which type of makeup to use for best results Which type of brushes work best for smooth application How to add any shade of skintone to a face chart How to create your own pro-style makeup portfolio inexpensively

The bestselling classic that redefined our view of the relationship between beauty and female identity. In today's world, women have more power, legal recognition, and professional success than ever before. Alongside the evident progress of the women's movement, however, writer and journalist Naomi Wolf is troubled by a different kind of social control, which, she argues, may prove just as restrictive as the traditional image of homemaker and wife. It's the beauty myth, an obsession with physical perfection that traps the modern woman in an endless spiral of hope, self-consciousness, and self-hatred as she tries to fulfill society's impossible definition of "the flawless beauty."

Unleash your inner makeup diva with your own face charts just like the ones real makeup professionals use! Have fun designing fabulous looks on 6 realistic face shapes with color pencils, markers, crayons, even real makeup!Makeup Artist Face Shape Charts includes 50 blank face charts along with a note section to keep track of products/colors used. Charts come with and without brows so you have the option of adding your own!Includes tips & tricks to help you create custom looks: What makeup and brushes work best How to add any shade of skintone Pro highlight & contour techniques How to draw eyelashes and brows How to create a makeup portfolio And much more!As an added BONUS you get 3 male face charts and 18 eye charts to practice makeup, lashes and brows!

A successful male-to-female makeover relies on mastering the four pillars of feminization: face and hair, body and movement, fashion or style, and voice. This volume covers the first of these foundations and dips into ideas of fashion and style. Specifically, how to use makeup and hair styling to feminize your face. A starting assumption is that you are completely new to feminization. We start right back at the beginning and develop all those little techniques that females learn from their moms, aunts, sisters, girlfriends or by experimentation to develop from gauche girls into confident classy women. All the differences between male and female faces and how to overcome them are explained. We will also consider the use of accessories like ribbons, clips, and jewellery to pretty-up your look and bring out your femme persona. Every woman has a certain elan. A style, energy, and enthusiasm for life that feeds into her look and personality. The sum is greater than the parts. If you have ever been beguiled by the laugh or smile of a woman, the language of her eyes, the way her hair falls across her face, or how she tucks it behind her ear, you will know that putting on your face is so much more than just slapping on some lippy, eyeshadow, and a wig. If you are already an established dresser or in transition, stripping back your technique to the basics is a good way to identify and overcome difficulties or refresh a tired look. Read these pages with a new eye and you will find some additional tricks, tips, and further insights to perfect your own method. Likewise, If you are a sympathetic female partner or a mistress interested in feminizing your man, you will be able to complement what you know already by taking into account the differences between the male and female face. Indeed, why not just give your beau this book as part of their training so they can learn for themselves.The book is divided into three parts each with a specific purpose. In Part 1 we look at facial structure, consider what makes a face appear male or female, and the types of corrective surgery available. We also get you equipped with all the products and accessories needed to make up your face. Prettiness and delicacy are very subjective, but we will look at what generally makes a face attractive. A large part of this is the configuration or relationship between various elements of your face. In Part 2 we consider all the techniques you need to mask your most male attributes, make up your eyes and mouth, and ways to contour your face so that it looks softer and more feminine. We use the information in Part 1 to work with your face type and produce a softer female version. We will call this your girl face for easy reference. Part 3 is all about hair and hair styling. We cover the different types of hair pieces like wigs and extensions and look at different hair styles and accessories. After that we take a tongue-in-cheek but nevertheless useful look at what hair says about your girl personality and include some helpful tricks and tips for the more mature dresser.

A fully illustrated guide for makeup artists and all those wishing to enter this exciting profession.