The Beauty Standards We Inherit
I attend a biweekly memoir writing group, my Woo Woo meetup, which includes women from all backgrounds. At 32, I am the second-youngest member; the eldest member is in her 70s. For women of color, this often includes ideas about complexion, hair texture and length. Allure / Clara Hendler Mbilishaka explains, “Ive definitely seen it within family dynamics in terms of privileges. “Women want to have a certain appearance so badly that they risk their health and wellness....