LibGuides: Research Makeovers: Part 4: Global

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Learn about beauty from around the world while touring library resources.

Research Tips

When searching for information about global beauty, try using a combination of the following search terms. Also, look for advanced search boxes to enter search term combinations and select boolean phrases (AND, OR, NOT).

Beauty
Personal appearance
The word "country"
A specific country, region, or continent name (ex. Egypt, Africa, Latin America, Japan, etc.)
Various tenses of words (for example African, Middle Eastern, or Asian in addition to Africa, Middle East, and Asia.)

Search the following databases to find more information about global beauty.

Diversity Studies Collection This link opens in a new window Gale OneFile: Diversity Studies prepares researchers for social science, history, and liberal arts coursework. This collection explores cultural differences, contributions, and influences in the global community.
Films on Demand This link opens in a new window (Films Media Group) - Streaming video from large and small production companies covering a wide range of subjects to enhance college courses. These videos include public performance rights that allow them to be used in the educational setting. Funded by: Statewide Allocation

Search the following journals to find more information about global beauty.

Browse a sample of articles from the SPC library to learn more about global beauty.

Passport to Pretty "The article tells about beauty products and practices in places such as Cuba, Morocco and South Italy."
The New Faces of Islam "They're proud Muslims, they're top models, and they're remaking the fashion world's ideal of beauty."
Beauty is Mandatory Yet Illegal in Iran "For an Iranian woman, beauty is mandatory yet illegal. She has to cover up, yet she is also expected to be beautiful."
Going K-razy: Korean Beauty's Influence Gains Momentum at Mass "A decade or so ago, no one would have thought that Korean Beauty would be having as much of an impact on the domestic beauty category as it has."
Game-changing New Festival Celebrates a Powerful and Authentic Vision of African Beauty. "The African Hair and Beauty Festival provides the platform to connect with Africanistas seeking products that inspire confidence and pride from head to toe."

Browse a sample of videos from the SPC library to learn more about global beauty.

Muslim Beauty Pageant and Me
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"Miss World is a competition known for glamorous girls and bikini modelling. But today there is an alternative version aimed at finding positive role models for women in the Muslim world—World Muslimah."
Beauty Enthusiasts
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"Cuban women reveal their vanity secrets; staying stylish is an art in a country under a decades-long trade embargo."
East Meets West
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"Living in a globalized, multicultural world, people often don’t realize the ethnic origins of everyday clothes."
Muhapikwa's Beauty Tips
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"Muhapikwa introduces Karekare to rubber joints."

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Basic Library Research Overview

Beauty Tips with Heather

I am a minimalist, so my travel bag contains only a few basic beauty supplies. I always pack honey to wash my face and coconut oil to moisturize. A toothbrush is good, too!

The next time you travel, check out these beauty solutions from the SPC online library.

Disclaimers

This research guide is for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this guide or in the SPC databases.
All quoted descriptions are taken from the corresponding source.