A Look Into How Women’s Ideal Body Standards Have Changed Over The Years

Nigeria

Lighter skin is seen in Nigeria as an association between wealth and greater class. As many want to be associated with a higher class, skin lightening products are commonly sought out. However, the choice in terms of form is heavier and curvy women due to the concept of being slim, suggesting illness or poor health. Therefore, in Nigeria, the ideal is to be curvy, dense, and slightly larger as a symbol of good health.

Nigeria