Aging in the spotlight: men face the same beauty scrutiny as women
A CNN Style piece argues that the long-standing double standard around aging is now affecting men as well: Leonardo DiCaprio’s Oscars glow-up sparked chatter about cosmetic work, while Jim Carrey’s César Awards look drew speculation about a double, with other male stars facing either denial or rumors of procedures. The article notes rising use of Botox, fillers and related treatments among men in the US and UK and ties this to social-media pressures and a culture of “looksmaxxing.” Experts say the shift reflects a growing emphasis on appearance for men, blurring lines between health, beauty, and worth, and it raises questions about whether this represents progress or deeper toxicity around aging.
