Dana Berkowitz
Botox Nation: Changing the Face of America (Intersections)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781479825264
- author:
- Dana Berkowitz
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- NYU Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 244
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.5 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Medical & Healthcare Practitioners, Surgery, Dana Berkowitz,Botox Nation: Changing the Face of America (Intersections),NYU Press,1479825263,Gender Studies / Gay & Lesbian Studies,Sociology - General,Women's Studies,Social
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Botox Nation: A Social Investigation into the Rise of Anti-Aging Practices in America. In 2017, Botox procedures became one of the most popular cosmetic medical interventions in the US. With over two-and-a-half million procedures performed annually, it's clear that anti-aging practices have become a significant aspect of American culture. This book delves into the world of Botox, exploring why it has become so popular and what drives its widespread use. Through engaging interviews with Botox users and providers, as well as her own experiences receiving injections, author Dana Berkowitz examines the personal motivations behind using Botox and how anti-aging narratives are constructed. She also analyzes magazine articles, advertisements, and medical documents to consider the cultural significance of cosmetic medical interventions aimed at maintaining youth. By employing a critical feminist lens, Berkowitz sheds light on the construction of feminine bodies and selves in the context of preventative medicine and the growth of the anti-aging industry. This thought-provoking investigation offers a unique perspective on the intersection of beauty, technology, and societal expectations.
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