ArticleJAR life2026
Association between frequency of makeup use and depressive symptoms among community-dwelling older Japanese women.
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Background: In the present study we aimed to examine the association between makeup use and depressive symptoms among community-dwelling older Japanese women. Methods: This cross-sectional analysis included 1183 community-dwelling older adults (mean age 76.3 ± 4.0 years). Depressive symptoms were assessed using the 15-item Geriatric Depression Scale, with scores ≥5 indicating depressive symptoms. Makeup use frequency was assessed by asking participants, "Do you usually wear makeup?" Response options were "Never," "1-2 days per week," "3-4 days per week," and "≥5 days per week." Results: The overall prevalence of depressive symptoms was 13.9% ( Conclusion: Higher frequency of makeup use was associated with a lower prevalence of depressive symptoms among community-dwelling older Japanese women. This study used a cross-sectional design, which made it difficult to determine a causal relationship between makeup use and depressive symptoms. Future research should use longitudinal data to elucidate whether makeup use predicts the onset of depressive symptoms.
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