How Did America Affect Korea’s Beauty Standards?

In All, Videos by KAW

(The double eyelid surgery started in the 1950s by an American Surgeon.)
“I Was “The Ugly Korean” is a story about self-identity as an Asian American. I debated finishing this video countless times and never thought I’d share it. It’s uncomfortably personal, but damn, it made me feel something. I hope it makes you feel something too. *This video is not made to criticize plastic surgery. I believe people should do what makes them happy. Simple as that.”

Thank you Lucas Alexandre for the Brazilian Portuguese subtitles.

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