Impossible Beauty Standards

To fix a problem, you first have to admit you have a problem. this means discovering what type of perfectionist you are.

• The Striver: You have no problem starting a task, but you set unreachable standards, so you're constantly battling against failure.

Have you ever found it impossible to get a new device working, like the remote control of a new TV set? If so, you’re not alone. Many people have difficulties using seemingly simple everyday products and often believe that they themselves are the problem. In actuality, the problem is bad design.

• Cosmetics have been used since ancient times. Often they were used in religious ceremonies - as seen in ancient Egypt - or as cultural identification. Egypt's influence impacted the practices and uses of cosmetics throughout the rest of the ancient world.