Is it normal to suddenly become very self aware when someone compliments your appearance?

I do. I always feel self awareness of the flaws I have, and when people compliment me I feel like they actually do it out of sympathy. I always try to say "thank you" and smile but actually, in my head, I deflect. I feel like there isn't anyone can compliment and be honest. I know it is just a perception. Inner critic in me is a strong presence, but I try to work with it and find things to like. that is not always easy. but you need to keep trying because how you feel always shines through. reflects on what people perceive and then creates a vicious loop of self prophecy.

Yes, because by them drawing attention to a good part of your appearance you brings along awareness of EVERY part of your appearance. Therefore, you become hyper aware of the things you personally don't like about yourself.

It is, because sometimes we don't really notice our features and how we look and what we are like until someone points it out for us.

I think it's a natural response; it makes sense that our first thought might be 'what about X made them think I look good?' which would naturally cause one to become more self aware in moments such as these.

Yes it is normal. They are bringing your attention to how you look. There's nothing else I can say on this.

Of course! For the most part of our day, we tend to just go with the flow and think more about what's happening in front of our eyes with what we can see versus what we can't, such as our physical appearance. Once someone compliments us, we're suddenly reminded of the fact that 'hey! I'm actually a human being!', which then leads to you imagining what you currently look like, which then leads to self-conciousness.

That is normal yes, when someone talks about you in anyway you will become more self aware this is because that is how your brain functions.

Absolutely! I'd become very self-aware, and wonder what caused them to give me attention, and try to change it, usually quickly. I've had enough attention. It usually just causes me to feel fear. It's not ideal, perhaps. I'm trying to change that.

Well, it's certainly not abnormal. I can only speak for myself, but when you hear something- you think about it. It's simple and reflexive. However, anything in extreme amounts should be approached with caution. So if you're extremely self-aware, perhaps you should examine or look for the cause why?

Yes it is normal. I think most people suddenly become hyper-aware of their appearance if somebody were to compliment them. It's a natural reaction.