'Babes Behind Bars' May Be Sexist, But It Shows That Beauty Really Is Only Skin Deep

'Babes Behind Bars' May Be Sexist, But It Shows Beauty Really Is Only Skin Deep
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Criminals aren't (all) hobgoblins with dirty fingernails, bad hair and shifty eyes - and proof that we place so much importance on a person's looks are evident in our own reactions to these 'attractive' mugshots.

So tell us what your reaction is in the comments below - would you expect these people to filch your purse/commit GBH?

We were ready to fire off a feminist rant about it, but now we're unsure as to whether this isn't actually a backhanded aid to the debate around body image.

Think about it: surely this proves that beauty really is only skin deep, and looking pretty or handsome doesn't automatically sign you up to have a good personality? Or not.

In any case, take a look to see what we're talking about. And, in the interests of equality, we've included some guys in there too...

'Most Attractive' Criminals Show Beauty Is Only Skin Deep

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