""If millennials pursed and pointed our smackers in a way that resembled the bill of a duck, Gen Z-ers are adopting a pout position that looks more like the mouth of a platypus.""
""In an age dominated by plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures, the Gen Z pout is a product of new beauty standards and a nod to how young women are pressured to look a certain way—and they know it.""
""The accentuated lip, which often comes from injectables, is more brat than bratty, and defiantly states, 'Fine. Take your picture.'""
The Gen Z pout is a selfie pose that emphasizes the upper lip, differing from the millennial duck face. Celebrities like Iris Kendall and Rachel Sennott have popularized this trend. It reflects new beauty standards and the pressure on young women to conform. Unlike the Gen Z stare, the pout conveys attitude and confidence. The pout often results from cosmetic procedures, showcasing a blend of self-awareness and defiance against traditional beauty norms.
Read at Fast Company
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