The Truth About Common Beauty Myths

Autumn Whitefield-Madrano, author of "Face Value: The Hidden Ways Beauty Shapes Women’s Lives". Her book takes a deeper look at the relationship between appearance and science, social media, friendship, and many other societal influences. Fashion trends fade in and out, and with them, the idea of beauty shifts just as frequently. What was considered the ideal women 40 years ago, looks entirely different in today’s society. So what exactly is it that influences the idea of beauty? And how does this impact the lives of women? Autumn Whitefield-Madrano explains.