I have learned not to make a judgment just on appearances.
Take clothing. A gaudy, colorful pattern could run when you washed it. For a piece that lasts and is wearable, you have to go by materials, workmanship, etc.
Or houses. Something that looked wonderful on the outside could have wiring problems, termites, dry rot or toxic mold. Would you buy it without inspection and evaluation? I wouldn’t.
People are the same. I have seen incredibly beautiful people who opened their mouth and had a voice like a braying donkey. Not attractive and not likely to wear well. I have met gorgeous men who were so consumed with their own looks and ego, they had no room for any relationship. Beautiful and rich? Any guys longing to hook up with Brittney Spears or does the lack of brains and the mental illness deter you? Again, not attractive.
People who are powerful can be totally rotten inside.
I don’t accept that looks are the coin of the realm for people, products, etc. How, if that was true, would you explain the success of the Honda Element? :)