Personal beauty rituals and pandemic lifestyle shifts

An editorial reflection discusses the lasting impact of the 2020 pandemic lockdowns on personal beauty rituals and daily habits. The author notes a return to rigorous grooming routines, such as full makeup and styled hair, for mental well-being rather than for appearance alone.

The piece also touches upon the adoption of more comfortable clothing, specifically silk caftans, which became a staple during the lockdown period. The author references the influence of Gloria Steinem regarding social expectations for women's attire.