TikTok to ban beauty filters for teenagers

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TikTok will ban beauty filters for people under 18 to comply with new UK and EU legislation.

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According to the innovation, the restrictions apply to filters that change facial features, such as enlarging eyes, tightening lips or correcting skin tone.

This decision is aimed at reducing the negative impact of unrealistic images on the mental health of young people.

Research shows that such filters can worsen self-esteem and promote unattainable beauty standards.

TikTok plans to introduce new automated systems to detect violators of age restrictions by the end of the year. The changes are a response to legal requirements and pressure from organisations working on mental health issues.

Source: The Guardian