In North Korea there are government-approved hairstyles.
In North Korea, women with red lipstick are believed to look attractive, which can cause moral decline in the country.
North Korea is known for having several strange laws. The country practices a total dictatorship under Kim Jong Un, supreme leader of the Asian country. He has reportedly imposed several strange rules that are difficult to follow. But the people of the country have to respect these laws.
There are even laws related to fashion. If people do not comply with these fashion laws, they are severely punished. In North Korea, most of the world's most popular fashion and cosmetic brands are banned. There is a strict ban, especially on the use of red lipstick.
Why is wearing red lipstick a crime in North Korea?
The ban on red lipstick in North Korea is not just a fashion rule. This law is deeply rooted in the dictator's ideology. The color red is often considered a symbol of liberation. On the other hand, women with red lipstick are believed to look attractive, which can cause moral decay in the country. As the North Korean government is mainly based on a conservative ideology, Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un decided to wear red lipstick and also impose a law that women can only wear simplistic makeup.
How is the law applied in North Korea?
According to a report by Times Now, the North Korean government has hired many people to check the makeup of women. The government also uses several strategies to ensure that personal fashion laws are enforced. The authorities carry out routine checks and if someone does not comply with the rules, they receive severe penalties. The government believes that such measures are necessary to maintain its dominance over the people and also prevent outside influences.
There are even hairstyle rules in North Korea. Women are not allowed to wear long hair or do any type of hairstyle. Hair should be short and well combed. In addition to the strict regulations, hair coloring is also prohibited in the country. The supreme leader of the country has allowed a limited number of hairstyles i.e. 10 for men and 18 for women. All citizens can only apply permitted hairstyles or they will face strict punishment.
