Breeding a Culture of Homogeneity in the Beauty Industry with Ellen Atlanta

In This Body

Join Ailey Jolie and Ellen Atlanta, a writer and brand consultant specializing in Gen-Z and millennial culture, for this episode of In This Body. Ellen discusses her journey through the beauty industry, her departure from it, and the insights garnered from her book 'Pixel Flesh.' Ailey and Ellen explore the detrimental impact of beauty culture, the commodification and objectification of women's bodies, and how these issues intersect across various demographics. Ailey and Ellen share how reconnecting with one's body, facing uncomfortable truths, and collectively working towards a more authentic and embodied existence is in the greatest interest of the collective. “Pixel Flesh” is based on interviews with over 100 women and discusses the issues surrounding the promotion of sameness in beauty standards. This episode is profoundly impactful and will have listeners reflect not only on the systems they find themselves in, but also on how we all ultimately possess the gift of choice in whether or not we wish to participate.

In this episode:

• 01:04 Meet Ellen Atlanta
• 03:17 Ellen's Journey in the Beauty Industry
• 05:55 The Shift in Beauty Standards and Industry
• 07:21 The Impact of Beauty Culture on Women
• 09:19 Writing 'Pixel Flesh': Ellen's Motivation
• 22:14 The Intersection of Beauty, Wellness, and Class
• 28:39 The Importance of Embodiment and Authenticity
• 32:01 Collective Stories and Shared Struggles
• 49:54 Practical Advice for Navigating Beauty Culture
• 57:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

You can read the show transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/ni3Ub758rBS

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