Dove has launched yet another marketing initiative, and it seems to follow the same questionable approach as its predecessors: placing women in uncomfortable situations that highlight their insecurities, making them feel self-conscious, and then critiquing that very self-consciousness—all while filming the entire ordeal.
To be honest, I’m not on board with Dove’s latest #ChooseBeautiful campaign. It feels hollow to put women’s vulnerabilities on display for the sake of selling beauty products. This strategy does nothing to genuinely uplift women.
The Experiment
The so-called “experiment” involved two entrances to a building, marked with signs that read “AVERAGE” and “BEAUTIFUL.” Hidden cameras captured women’s reactions as they chose which door to walk through. One woman poignantly questioned whether her choice was influenced by societal pressures or her true beliefs. Unfortunately, the answer is clear: we are constantly bombarded with messages that make us doubt our worth.
Unrealistic Standards
We live in a world saturated with unrealistic standards, where the focus often lies on our looks rather than our character or intellect. This ad seems to suggest that we should be able to rise above these societal pressures and confidently embrace the label of “beautiful.” But how is that truly empowering? One participant was so disturbed by the exercise that she opted to leave entirely, which highlights the discomfort and anxiety these campaigns can induce.
Questionable Messaging
Dove concludes the ad with the statement, “Beautiful is a great word. So why not see what is on the other side of that?” While “beautiful” is indeed a lovely term, I can think of other equally great descriptors—like strong, intelligent, or compassionate. If those were the labels placed over the doors, I doubt anyone would hesitate.
Dove has previously succeeded in showcasing diverse races and body types, promoting the idea that beauty comes in many forms. They should continue in that direction and stop exploiting women’s insecurities—insecurities that advertising has largely contributed to—in order to market their products.
We are not mere subjects in a social experiment; we are complex human beings deserving of respect and understanding.
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Conclusion
In summary, Dove’s #ChooseBeautiful campaign presents an uncomfortable social experiment that amplifies women’s insecurities rather than celebrating their individuality. The brand would do well to focus on empowering women through representation and authenticity, rather than through discomfort.
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