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    How filters, selfies and social media shape modern aesthetic perception.

    The Filtered Face Project™

    This survey takes around 4 minutes. All responses are fully anonymous and used only for internal research, education and publication.

    Question 1 · Required

    A little about you (anonymous)

    Age group

    Gender

    Ethnicity

    Anything else?

    Question 2 · Optional

    Which country are you in?

    Question 3 · Required

    Which platforms do you use most?

    Question 4 · Required

    On an average day, how much time do you spend on social media?

    Question 5 · Required

    How often do you take selfies?

    Question 6 · Required

    How many photos do you usually take before posting one?

    Question 7 · Required

    Do you use filters before posting photos?

    Question 8 · Required

    Have filters changed how you perceive your own face?

    Not at allSignificantly

    Question 9 · Optional

    Which facial areas do you notice most in photos or video calls?

    Question 10 · Required

    Have you ever deleted a photo because of dissatisfaction with your appearance?

    Question 11 · Required

    Have video calls (Zoom, FaceTime) made you more aware of your appearance?

    Not at allVery aware

    Question 12 · Optional

    Which camera view makes you feel least confident?

    Question 13 · Required

    Have video calls ever influenced you to consider a cosmetic treatment?

    Question 14 · Required

    Have you ever considered an aesthetic treatment?

    Question 15 · Optional

    What would be your biggest motivations? (choose all that apply)

    Question 16 · Optional

    Which concerns affect your confidence most?

    Question 17 · Required

    Do you believe social media creates unrealistic beauty standards?

    Question 18 · Required

    Have you used AI beauty or skin analysis apps?

    Question 19 · Required

    Would you trust AI to recommend skincare or cosmetic treatments?

    Not at allCompletely

    Question 20 · Required

    Do AI-generated beauty images affect beauty expectations?

    Question 21 · Optional

    In your opinion, how has social media changed beauty standards?

    Question 22 · Required

    Consent

    Fully anonymous · Harley Street Institute Research

    AI