A snaggle tooth. A gap in someone’s smile. A birthmark or mole. What do each of these facial features have in common? They all have wabi-sabi.

That’s according to TikTok’s latest trend, which has users highlighting their imperfections and labeling them “wabi-sabi.”

Not to be confused with the sushi accompaniment, wabi-sabi is a Japanese aesthetic philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection and the natural process of aging—something we could all use a little more of in the age of “preventative facelifts.”

The concept celebrates imperfection and the natural wear and tear that occurs with the passage of time, whether that’s a gently worn step, a chipped mug, or smile lines.

A sound featuring the term has since gone viral on TikTok, introducing many to the idea for the first time. Nearly

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