Ever think the beauty industry sets impossible standards to live up to? Well, you're right. And if you want more evidence, check out this 60-second video depicting a model's transformation into a billboard image. Michelle Gao saw it, and she's appalled. Posted Monday, Dec. 4, 2006, The OG.

Want to bring the troops home? Shara Esbenshade says: Let your representatives know what you think. Call the congressional switchboard today and help persuade Congress to set the right priorities.