

She is a living testament to the beauty of impermanence and the fact that our wrinkles and imperfections are not flaws, but rather, they are badges of honor that we should wear with pride. Whang Od's unfiltered face is a testament to a life well-lived, a life that is marked by wrinkles, laughter, and experience. But in a world that is obsessed with youth and perfection, the latest Vogue Philippines cover is a refreshing reminder that there is beauty in aging and embracing our natural imperfections. Featuring Apo Maria "Whang Od" Oggay, the 106-year-old legendary tattoo artist, the cover is a bold statement against the conventional beauty standards propagated by major advertisers in the beauty industry.Īs we flip through the glossy pages of fashion magazines, we are bombarded with ads for products that promise to turn back the clock and give us wrinkle-free, youthful skin.

The latest cover of Vogue Philippines is making waves across the fashion and beauty industry, and for all the right reasons.
