Charlize Theron, the acclaimed actress known for her outspoken stance against Hollywood’s demanding beauty standards for women, recently opened up about her enduring memories of the 1990s beauty trends, particularly the ultra-thin eyebrows that dominated the era.
In a candid interview with InStyle, the “Fast X” actress expressed her ongoing recovery from the haunting influence of the 1990s beauty norms. Theron emphasized, “Hands down, the thin eyebrow from the ’90s, I’m still recovering from that,” as reported by Eonline.
Theron also shared one of her major beauty regrets, admitting that she wishes she had refrained from over-plucking her eyebrows during the early stages of her career, when razor-thin and highly arched brows were the epitome of fashion.
Despite the passage of nearly three decades since that time, the enduring impact of Hollywood’s beauty standards has left a profound mark on the actress. Theron went so far as to state that, given the chance to relive that period, she would prefer retirement over experiencing it again.
Even during the late 2000s, extremely thin eyebrows remained a sought-after trend, with celebrities like Charlize Theron, Jessica Alba, Kate Moss, Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, and others prominently featuring the stylish look both on and off the red carpet.
Reflecting on the transformation of beauty ideals over the years, Theron expressed her appreciation for the natural aging process. She stated, “Times have changed, my face is changing, and I love that my face is changing and aging.”
Addressing questions about cosmetic procedures, Theron debunked rumors of surgical interventions, asserting that she is simply embracing the natural process of aging. She candidly stated, “People think I had a facelift… I’m just aging! It doesn’t mean I got bad plastic surgery. This is just what happens.”
Furthermore, the star of “Bombshell,” Charlize Theron, raised concerns about the industry’s double standards concerning men and women. She criticized the prevailing notion in Hollywood that “men age like fine wines and women like cut flowers.”
Theron voiced her desire to challenge this concept and fight against it, emphasizing the need for more empathy and understanding regarding the unique journeys that individuals, especially women, experience as they age.