As a teen girl, I hear things about self-image almost every day. Whether it is a talk about how Instagram can make girls insecure, or my friend complaining about how much she dislikes a freckle on her face that I didn’t even notice, the topic always seems to be there.

Growing up in the age of technology has completely changed the way girls view themselves. We’re constantly bombarded with videos of influencers who use filters when they show their makeup or skincare routine and then preach self-love and confidence. It creates a confusing standard, where we know that confidence is key, and that everyone is beautiful, but we are still expected to edit out our insecurities and pretend they don’t exist.

For girls now, beauty standards aren’t just on magazine covers; they are on our phones 24/7

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