Beauty is not the key to success

February 27,Kathmandu.You must have noticed that some people do good work, yet they do not get better opportunities. On the other hand, the beautiful looking faces working with them get more opportunities than others, despite working less. Have you ever wondered what could be the reason behind this? Actually, this is called 'Pretty Privilege'.

In our society, attractive and beautiful looking people are generally considered more intelligent, sensible and capable than less beautiful looking people. This is called the Hollow Effect.

Beautiful faces have many advantages in our society. You must have noticed that from classrooms to office spaces, people who look beautiful get special attention.

In fact, 'Pretty Privilege' is a truth which is difficult to accept but impossible to deny.

What's the reason behind 'Pretty Privilege'?

According to a research published on Science Direct, beautiful looking faces are considered intelligent. People believe that beautiful people have friendly behavior. Also, people believe that beautiful people have more confidence than others. The reason behind this is the Hollow Effect, in which it is believed that whatever looks beautiful is good.

The impact of 'Pretty Privilege' on life

This is a social and psychological perception. In this, beautiful people get more opportunities and facilities knowingly or unknowingly. This privilege is seen in many professions, where beautiful people are preferred more. Such people easily get jobs, friends and love. 

Let us understand in detail

Impact on professional life According to American author Daniel Hamermesh's book Beauty Page, beautiful people not only get higher salaries, but are also considered more socially competent and confident. These people get more opportunities for jobs and promotions. Especially, beautiful people get a lot of 'pretty privilege' in the fashion and entertainment industry.

Impact on social life 'Pretty privilege' has a profound impact on people's professional life as well as social life. Such people get positive responses since childhood, which increases their self-confidence. They feel more comfortable due to greater acceptance in society and getting many opportunities in career.

This can be understood from the example that beautiful people get more likes and followers on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat. Big brands also give more opportunities to beautiful influencers for advertising. Many times the mistakes of beautiful people are ignored, while other people have to face more criticism.