What does the ‘Bebot’ trend say about Filipina beauty?

Just two months into 2026, a wave of throwbacks has already resurfaced online. From TV shows celebrating a decade since their release to trends making an unexpected comeback, internet users have been quick to jump on the nostalgia ride. Makeup transitions have long ruled social media, but Filipinas are currently putting their own spin on it with a trend that’s everywhere: the ‘Bebot’ trend. What is a Bebot? ‘Bebot’ is a Filipino slang which also means ‘babe’ or ‘pretty woman’ that was already used in the 1980s. It refers to Filipinas who are confidently beautiful and aren’t afraid to show […]... Keep on reading: What does the ‘Bebot’ trend say about Filipina beauty?