Letycia+soares+nua+extra+quality -

A convergent mixed‑methods design (Creswell & Plano Clark, 2018) was employed to triangulate quantitative and qualitative insights.

| Aspect | Evaluation | |--------|------------| | Resolution & Detail | The images are delivered in 8K (7680 × 4320) resolution, preserving minute skin textures, fine hair strands, and subtle tonal gradations. The “extra‑quality” label is justified – even when viewed on a large monitor, the photographs retain crispness without noticeable pixelation. | | Lighting | Soares favors soft, diffused lighting, often employing large softboxes or natural window light. This creates gentle transitions between highlights and shadows, giving the skin a luminous, almost marble‑like quality. A few pieces use dramatic side lighting to accentuate musculature and contours, adding depth. | | Composition | The framing is purposeful. Many shots employ the rule of thirds, while others break convention with tight close‑ups that focus on a single body part (e.g., an arm, a curve of the back). Negative space is used effectively, allowing the viewer’s eye to linger on the subject’s form. | | Color Palette | The series sticks mostly to a muted, warm palette—creamy beiges, soft browns, and occasional cool blues in the background. This restraint keeps the focus on the human figure rather than on distracting colors. | | Post‑Processing | Minimal retouching is evident. Skin tones are preserved with natural grain, and the only noticeable edits involve slight contrast adjustments and color balancing. This restraint adds authenticity and reinforces the project’s artistic intent. | letycia+soares+nua+extra+quality

| Variable | Pre‑NUA‑EQ (M, SD) | Post‑NUA‑EQ (M, SD) | Δ (Mean Difference) | t(1198) | p | |----------|-------------------|---------------------|----------------------|----------|---| | Perceived Quality | 3.72 (0.84) | 4.18 (0.78) | +0.46 | 12.87 | <0.001 | | Brand Trust | 3.58 (0.91) | 4.03 (0.85) | +0.45 | 11.64 | <0.001 | | Willingness to Pay Premium (1‑7) | 3.21 (1.12) | 3.79 (1.08) | +0.58 | 9.41 | <0.001 | | Purchase Intention | 4.01 (0.92) | 4.57 (0.88) | +0.56 | 10.33 | <0.001 | A convergent mixed‑methods design (Creswell & Plano Clark,

Regression (Δ Perceived Quality → Willingness to Pay Premium) | Variable | Pre‑NUA‑EQ (M, SD) | Post‑NUA‑EQ

Eco‑friendly packaging (recyclable, biodegradable, refillable) contributes to a green quality perception (Hartmann & Apaolaza‑Ibarra, 2020). In Brazil, 71 % of surveyed consumers indicated willingness to pay a premium for sustainable cosmetics (Kantar, 2022).