Photoshopped Faces Becoming The Norm
Ben Preiss — August 13, 2007 — Lifestyle
Because of the huge popularity of dating and social networking sites like Facebook, business at stores that specialize in retouching photos is way up. According to the English photo specialists Snappy Snaps, there has been a staggering 550% increase in requests for the services. It seems Tony Blair recently had photo facework for Men's Vogue and Faith Hill had face and body work for Redbook along with just about everyone else. Why bother with expensive plastic surgery when you can have your photo redone for much cheaper? It's the opposite of Dorian Gray, as you get older your picture gets younger. You can do it too, watch the video.
Trend Themes
1. Increased Demand for Photo Retouching - The popularity of dating and social networking sites has led to a 550% increase in requests for photo retouching services.
2. Growing Influence of Digital Image Editing - The normalization of Photoshopped faces in media has made photo retouching a common practice.
3. Age Reversal Through Photo Editing - The trend of digitally retouching photos to make oneself appear younger is gaining traction.
Industry Implications
1. Photography Services - The growing demand for photo retouching creates opportunities for businesses that specialize in offering editing services.
2. Digital Design Software - The increased use of digital image editing software presents opportunities for companies in the software development and design industry.
3. Beauty and Cosmetic Industry - The rise in photo retouching is driving innovations in beauty and cosmetic products that offer similar effects in real life.
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