Social media has become an important part of our daily lives, serving as a platform to share moments, achievements, and thoughts. But does it influence our self-love positively or negatively?

One way social media can affect our self-love is through comparison with others. As we scroll through Instagram feeds or look at friends' posts on Facebook, we often find ourselves comparing our lives with others'. Are their travel photos more beautiful than ours? Are their accomplishments more impressive? This comparison can lead to a drop in self-esteem and a decrease in self-love.

Another significant aspect is the promotion of idealized standards. Social media is full of filters, photoshopped images, and portrayals of perfect moments. This creates the illusion of a flawless life and appearance, pushing us to strive for achievements that are often unrealistic. This amplifies self-esteem issues and reduces self-love. TikTok takes this even further, where a clear divide can be noticed based on trending hashtags. You either have an "acceptable" face or you don’t—it's as simple as that.

What happens when the canthal tilt is negative?

The term "canthal tilt" refers to the angle between the upper and lower eyelid corners. It is commonly used in discussions of facial aesthetics and plastic surgery. A positive canthal tilt means that the outer corner of the eye is higher than the inner corner, giving the eyes an upward slant. Conversely, a negative canthal tilt means that the outer corner is lower than the inner corner, resulting in a downward slant.

This is an anatomical feature that varies between individuals and can influence the overall appearance of the eyes and face. A positive canthal tilt, with the outer corners of the eyes angled slightly upward toward the temples, is often associated with a more youthful and alert look and is frequently considered attractive.

On the other hand, some TikTok influencers have criticized the negative canthal tilt, leading to comments like, "Negative canthal tilt, you're not enough."

If you have a positive canthal tilt, it gives the impression that your eye is slightly more open, contributing to a more youthful appearance. As people age, it's common for a negative canthal tilt or even pronounced eyelid drooping to develop.

"Looksmaxx," "Hardmaxx," and "Divorcemaxx"

"Looksmaxxing" is a growing trend on TikTok, engaging young men who want to improve their appearance. Looksmaxxers share tips on skincare, hairstyles, and even tongue exercises for jawline contouring.

"Hardmaxxers" take it a step further, going beyond skincare and hairstyles. They're interested in traditional cosmetic procedures like jaw implants, rhinoplasties, injectable fillers, and even more extreme measures, such as limb-lengthening surgeries.

"Divorcemaxxers" are those who have come out of relationships and then post about everything that was wrong with their partner’s appearance, claiming that these issues were the reason they left the relationship.

Mewing is a real technique

"Mewing" is a trend that started with British orthodontist John Mew, who developed the technique of correct tongue posture to help improve the shape of the jaw.

There are also chewable silicone aids available for jaw shape improvement.

However, all trends are generalized, and following them without proper knowledge can lead to significant injury. Face yoga, also known as facial muscle exercises or face fitness, involves specific movements and techniques aimed at toning and strengthening the facial and neck muscles. Regular practice of proper face yoga can offer various benefits, including improved muscle tone, reduced wrinkle depth, and a more youthful appearance. Additionally, it requires focus and attention, as you concentrate on specific movements and sensations in the face. This can help improve the mind-body connection and overall body awareness. Book a private session at info@maiwistik.eu or listen to video lectures.

Check out the clip from the show *Laser* for more details. We'll do some face yoga exercises too :)