Why do some people pucker their lips when taking pictures of themselves or looking at themselves in mirror?

Why do some people pucker their lips when taking pictures of themselves or looking at themselves in mirror?
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I see mostly tween girls doing it, and they put up a peace sign, too. I’ve never been too fond of it.
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