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The pursuit of beauty has a deep-rooted history in human culture. In our quest to achieve aesthetic satisfaction, we have consistently manipulated our surroundings and ourselves. However, the omnipresence of manipulation has led society to view it as normal, causing us to gradually become desensitized to its effects. Failure to acknowledge aesthetic manipulations can lead to hidden harms and an uncertain future. With the advent of new technologies, this research may inspire a path toward less destructive and more sustainable aesthetic pursuits in the future.