Amber Tamblyn Reflects on Childhood Ear-Pinning Surgery

The actress discusses the pressures of beauty standards and her decision to undergo surgery at age 12.

Amber Tamblyn underwent ear-pinning surgery at 12, influenced by bullying and her early TV career.
Despite considering herself a young feminist, Tamblyn grappled with the industry's beauty expectations.
She connects her experience to themes in Demi Moore's film 'The Substance,' about ageism in Hollywood.
Tamblyn questions if conforming to beauty norms was necessary, pondering the impact on her happiness.
Her reflections highlight broader societal pressures on women to adhere to unrealistic beauty standards.