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Influencer Promotes 'Looksmaxxing': Experts Warn of Dangers

2/25/2026

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Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, is a 20-year-old American influencer who promotes 'looksmaxxing' to enhance appearance.
He has discussed testosterone use and endorses bone-smashing to achieve a chiseled look.
Experts warn looksmaxxing can cause body dysmorphia and unhealthy self-image among young men.
The trend, tied to incel ideology, has reached mainstream platforms, fueling fears of violence against women if beauty standards are not met.

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Story summary

Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, is a 20-year-old American influencer who promotes 'looksmaxxing' to enhance appearance.
He has discussed testosterone use and endorses bone-smashing to achieve a chiseled look.
Experts warn looksmaxxing can cause body dysmorphia and unhealthy self-image among young men.
The trend, tied to incel ideology, has reached mainstream platforms, fueling fears of violence against women if beauty standards are not met.