Maira Gilani is a renowned designer and makeup artist who is dedicated to promoting positive body image among Pakistani women. She recognizes that beauty standards can be a harmful social construct that places unrealistic expectations on women, leading to a loss of self-identity and confidence. By challenging the pervasive idea of "why don't I look like her?", Gilani encourages her audience to confront the insecurities and doubts that stem from a culture of objectification and perfectionism.
Drawing from her personal experiences as a makeup artist and as a young woman growing up in a society obsessed with fair skin, Gilani sheds light on the damaging impact that societal beauty standards can have on a woman's self-esteem. Her talk serves as a powerful call to action for individuals to embrace their natural beauty, flaws and all.
Gilani also challenges the conventional notion of "flaws" by reframing them as unique qualities that make individuals stand out. Her message is one of self-acceptance and self-love, urging people to connect with their true selves by removing the masks and embracing their imperfections.
Videography done by the official Production Partners for TEDxKinnaird 2023: Kalopsia Studios
bit.ly/3aL3Ub0 Gilani is
a Kinnaird graduate
(Batch of 2022). She took up
makeup as a hobby and later
transformed it into an inspiring
profession. She is currently a
well
-known designer and Makeup
Artist of Pakistan. She is working
to deepen the awareness about
improving body image of women.
Drawing from her personal experiences as a makeup artist and as a young woman growing up in a society obsessed with fair skin, Gilani sheds light on the damaging impact that societal beauty standards can have on a woman's self-esteem. Her talk serves as a powerful call to action for individuals to embrace their natural beauty, flaws and all. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx