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"Breaking Beauty Standards: Celebrities Who Inspire by Revealing Their Imperfections on Social Media"

In a landscape dominated by influencers and sensational tabloids, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that the majority of images we encounter have been digitally altered. This pervasive practice can distort our perceptions and cultivate unattainable ideals of beauty. Fortunately, amidst this digital façade, certain celebrities are committed to authenticity, courageously sharing their unvarnished selves on social media, free from makeup and filters that obscure their imperfections. These genuine individuals provide a refreshing dose of realness in a world often defined by artifice, inviting us to appreciate their unfiltered authenticity.


  1. 1 Sarah Hyland Takes Aim At Selfies


    Sarah Hyland is a famous singer and actress known for her role in Modern Family, where she played a teenager who loved social media. But in real life, she's been open about her chronic kidney condition and how social media can make people feel pressured to look perfect. On National Selfie Day, she shared a picture of herself without trying to look her best, to remind us that it's okay not to always feel cute.


    Sarah Hylandhas faced tough times, but she always stays positive. Sometimes, people on social media say mean things to her, like telling her to eat more bread. But she just laughs it off and doesn't let it bother her.

  2. 2 Nicole Byer Flaunts Her Bikini Body


    Nicole Byer is an actress and comedian who believes in promoting real body standards. Here, she's at the beach wearing a black bikini, but it's not the only time she shares pictures of herself enjoying the beach on social media. Byer wants to show everyone that it's okay to be proud of your body, no matter what you look like or how you feel about it.



    The comedian often goes on TV shows and interviews to talk about loving yourself. She even wrote a book about it that you can put on your coffee table and read.

  3. 3 Keke Palmer Opens Up About Health


    Keke Palmer is a famous actress and singer who spoke openly about her acne. She shared a picture of herself and told people not tofeel ashamed if they have acne too. She talked about how she used to ask doctors about her acne, and they would suggest things like changing her diet or drinking more water. But it wasn't until she checked her family history that she found out she had something called polycystic ovary syndrome, which can sometimes cause acne in mild cases.


    Palmer told her followers not to feel discouraged if they had acne too. She shared that she used to feel sad about her own acne, but she wanted to let people know that it's perfectly fine to have imperfections.


  4. 4 Demi Lovato Tackles Stretch Marks


    Stretch marks happen to a lot of people, but we don't see them in ads or on social media because they're often removed with a computer tool called Photoshop. But Demi Lovato didn't want to hide her stretch marks. During quarantine, she took some pictures and put them on social media to show everyone that having stretch marks is totally normal.

    Lovato has often talked openly with the media about how she feels about her body and how it looks. She's shared that she still sometimes has a hard time with it.



  5. 5 Kim Kardashian Posts About Psoriasis


    Psoriasis is a skin problem that makes red, scaly patches on the skin. It can bother a person for a few weeks and then go away for a long time. When Kim Kardashian talked about her own struggle with psoriasis, people noticed. She shared that after many years of dealing with it, she's now learned to live with it and sometimes talks about it on social media.

    Kardashian said that if you have this common skin condition, don't let it make you feel bad or sad. You can take steps to feel better, but it shouldn't change who you are as a person.

  6. 6 Lili Reinhart Reminds People That Photoshop Exists


    Actress Lili Reinhart shared a picture on her social media to reveal what happens after a photoshoot. She pointed out that in the edited photo, they changed things to match what they think is beautiful nowadays. She wanted to show that many of the pictures we see aren't real. Lili has also talked about how being in the spotlight all the time has been tough for her mental health.


    Reinhart once talked to a group of women and told them not to believe in impossible ideas about how their bodies should look. She said that she's concerned about how these unrealistic ideas might affect her own kids in the future. She believes that everyone is beautiful in their own unique way, even if they're not perfect.

  7. 7 Jessica Simpson Shares Her Swollen Ankles


    When you look at social media, you usually see happy moments and good things happening in people's lives. This can make you think that life should always be perfect, and if it's not, you're doing something wrong. But whenJessica Simpson shared a picture of her swollen ankle, it was a real moment, showing that not everything is always perfect. Her fans even gave her suggestions to help with the swelling.

    Simpson has talked about how people made her feel bad about her body. In her book, she tells a story about feeling very sad because of something that happened when she was starting her career. But it looks like now she's brave enough to show everyone what her life is really like.


  8. 8 Katy Perry Posts After Giving Birth


    People often talk about how famous people look right after having a baby because they usually still look the same as before. But Katy Perry decided to show the real deal when she posted a picture of herself right after giving birth. She wanted to tell everyone that celebrities are just like regular people, and having a baby can change your body.

    Katy Perry's picture went a step further by making a funny joke about being tired and wearing clothes that new moms often wear. She shared this picture during the MTV Video Music Awards, a fancy event where many people wear fancy clothes and walk on a special red carpet.

  9. 9 Paris Jackson Takes On Body Hair Stigmas


    Paris Jackson, a model and the daughter of famous singer Michael Jackson, often talks about important issues and expectations in today's world. In a picture on her Instagram, she proudly shows her armpit hair, saying it's completely natural. She has also shared her own tough times dealing with sadness after her dad passed away and how she sees herself.


    USA Today reported that Jackson wants to be part of a movement that challenges stereotypes. She thinks it's tough but crucial to expand our idea of what beauty really is.

  10. 10 Ashley Graham Talks Cellulite


    Ashley Graham, a famous model, often talks about feeling good about our bodies. She shared a photo from the Philippines and said she's fine with having imperfections like bumps, lumps, and cellulite. She wants everyone to feel the same way. Ashley is now known for speaking up about body positivity in the modeling industry, which often expects people to look a certain unrealistic way.

    In a talk with Glamour magazine, Ashley Graham talked about a time when another model asked her if she was being paid for her modeling work. She felt this was a mean comment about her weight. She also mentioned that she used to have a bad opinion of herself when she was starting as a model. But she said she's determined to keep working for positive changes in the modeling industry, no matter what.


  11. 11 Lili Reinhart On Acne


    Lili Reinhart often speaks out against unhealthy body standards. In this post, she talks about something many teenagers worry about: acne. She also points out that acne doesn't magically disappear once you're no longer a teenager. Some people have acne, even as adults. It's important to remember that people of all ages can have this problem.

    In an interview with Byrdie, the actress explained why she made the post. She wanted to show people that real-life appearances are different from how actors look in movies. She said movies often use tricks to make actors look different, like makeup. So, it's like a kind of magic that changes how they look.

  12. 12 Bekah Martinez Promotes Mom Bods


    Bekah Martinez, from the TV show "The Bachelor," was very clear in her message when she posted this picture on Instagram. She talked about how it's important to make it normal for bodies that have been through pregnancy to look the way they do. This should be normal because many people become parents. But sometimes, there are unrealistic ideas about how moms, especially famous ones, should look. Martinez strongly disagreed with these ideas.


    Bekah Martinez has talked about body positivity before. She shared pictures of herself with unshaved leg hair, saying she wants her daughters to understand that it's natural for women to have body hair.

  13. 13 Rihanna Shows Off Her Leg Hair


    Rihanna is a very successful singer, and when she posted a picture showing her leg hair, her fans noticed and cheered her on in the comments. Dealing with leg hair can be annoying, and many people have to shave often. Although Rihanna's photo may not show a lot of leg hair compared to some others, her decision to display herself this way is like a form of rebellion against the idea that women should always have smooth, hairless legs.

    You might find it surprising, but Rihanna has been criticized for her body during her career. There was an article that talked about her body, and it got a lot of negative feedback, so they took it down. This goes to show that even famous people like her can face mean comments about their bodies.


  14. 14 Lizzo Changes The Narrative


    Lizzo, an American singer, is known for talking openly about healthy lifestyles and body image. In a picture she shared on Instagram at the beach, she confidently shows herself and jokes about her weight by calling herself a "roll model" (a play on words). Lizzo has also criticized the body positivity movement, saying that sometimes it's used by people to make money.

    The singer explained that she sees herself as promoting the idea that bodies like hers should be seen as usual, not something to feel embarrassed about. She wants to make sure all women feel accepted, regardless of their size, and she'll keep working towards that goal.

  15. 15 Zendaya Reveals a Manipulated Image


    Zendaya is a famous actress who became very popular recently. It's comforting to see young stars like her doing things like she did on Instagram. In her photo, she pointed out how the final picture had been changed with special editing to make her hips look different. She decided to share the original picture to show how some things in photos can make women feel bad about themselves.


    Zendaya often talks about how it's not that important to follow today's ideas of beauty. In an interview with New You, she also mentioned that people tend to like and connect with those who are genuine and just being themselves.

  16. 16 Iskra Lawrence Promotes Natural Beauty


    Iskra Lawrence, a famous British model, is also standing up against harmful ideas about body image. She shared a picture of herself at the beach, showing her cellulite. She expressed a wish for more positive pictures of women with cellulite when she was younger. Cellulite is something many people have, and she believes no one should feel ashamed of it. She finished her post with emojis representing stretch marks, which are another common feature that is sometimes looked down upon in today's culture.

    This wasn't the first time Iskra Lawrence has encouraged positive conversations about body image. She works with an organization that fights against eating disorders, and she has been in campaigns that don't edit photos after photoshoots. She even has a course to help people feel happy with their own bodies.


  17. 17 Selena Gomez Shared This Behind The Scene Look


    Selena Gomez, the American actress, wanted to show that what we see on TV and the internet isn't always how things are in real life. She posted a picture from behind the scenes of a photoshoot to show how much editing is done to make celebrities look a certain way. She has also talked to the media about her own weight and how social media can affect someone's mental health.

    Selena Gomez has talked in many interviews about having a condition called lupus, which made her body change sometimes. She noticed that people started criticizing her for her weight when these changes happened. She also spoke out against social media and asked people to be careful when they see pictures that are often altered in some way.

  18. 18 Dua Lipa Shows Off Her "Not Happy" Skin


    Dua Lipa is a famous singer from the UK who has become really popular in the music world. She has more than 80 million followers on Instagram, so when she shares something, many people see it. In one of her pictures, she's talking about her skin and the cream she uses for acne. She wants to show that even successful singers like her have the same problems as everyone else.She has also talked to magazines about how she feels about her own body and why it's important to promote healthy ideas about beauty for women and girls.


    In a talk with Vogue magazine, Dua Lipa mentioned that even though she feels good about her body, everyone has something they may not like about themselves. She suggested that instead of thinking about the things you don't like, it's better to think about a few things you do like about yourself every day.

  19. 19 Aja Naomi King Celebrates Her Postpartum Body


    Aja Naomi King is an American actress who shared a sincere picture of herself after having a baby. The picture aimed to criticize a society that cares too much about losing weight after giving birth. Instead, King wanted to tell everyone that having a baby and all the changes that come with it should be celebrated. She expressed pride in herself and her body for accomplishing something as amazing as giving birth.

    King's photos received a lot of compliments from people and the media. They pointed out that usually, we only see celebrities after they've done lots of exercise and dieting to get their bodies looking like they did before they had a baby.


  20. 20 Kylie Jenner Shares Stretch Marks


    The Kardashians, a famous family, have a history of sharing pictures that have been edited to look better. They've faced criticism for changing their photos on social media and in magazines. So, when Kylie Jenner posted a picture of herself with stretch marks, it got people's attention. She has also talked to different magazines about promoting healthy beauty ideals and how she has felt imperfect at times.

    In a TV interview, Kylie Jenner talked about a time when she felt insecure about her lips. This made her want to use makeup to make her lips look better, which made her feel like she had "fixed" the imperfection.

  21. 21 Mindy Kaling On Acne As You Age


    As I mentioned earlier, some people continue to have acne even as they get older. This is completely normal, and actress, writer, and comedian Mindy Kaling wants people to know that. She shared a picture of herself on Instagram with a caption that many can probably relate to. Unlike some people who post perfect pictures of themselves doing fancy things, Kaling often uses her social media to share positive messages about how we feel about our bodies.


    Mindy Kaling often shares encouraging messages, telling people not to feel shy or embarrassed when wearing a bikini. She also mentions that in some other parts of the world, the idea of beauty is different from what many people think it is.

  22. 22 Kandee Johnson Wants Us All to Embrace Ourselves


    Influencer Kandee Johnson shared a picture of herself with her stretch marks on social media. She encouraged her followers not to feel embarrassed about their own stretch marks and mentioned that she actually likes seeing them on other people. To her, stretch marks are like a sign that someone has experienced something or grown in some way. She even compared them to cool tattoos or lightning bolts.

    The influencer has used her social media to encourage people to have positive conversations about beauty. On her Twitter, she asked people to stop watching things on TV or their phones that promote unrealistic standards for women's appearances.


  23. 23 Helen Mirren Posts First Thing In The Morning


    Most of us don't look our best when we first wake up in the morning. So, when the accomplished actress Helen Mirren posted a picture of herself in bed, it reminded us that many of the pictures we see every day are carefully chosen to look perfect. In the past, Mirren has talked about how beauty standards today are unrealistic. She also talked about how she grew up with these unrealistic standards and how they affected the way she saw herself.

    In a talk with Woman & Home magazine, Helen Mirren complained about the way some people expect others to look. She didn't like that teenage girls were being held up as examples of how everyone should look. As she got older, she started to see how unfair this was. She also mentioned that she never really thought of herself as beautiful.

  24. 24 Gabrielle Union Loves Her Freckles


    Freckles, those little spots on our skin, can make some people feel worried. Even though they're totally natural and not really imperfections, many people can feel shy about them. Actress Gabrielle Union shared a picture of herself proudly showing her freckles. She has also been open about how social media can make people feel bad about themselves, especially Black women. She encourages living a healthy life and not worrying too much about what society considers beautiful.


    In an interview on The View, Gabrielle Union talked about how social media is made to impact how our brains work, and it can make people feel alone. She also mentioned that society often pushes a certain idea of beauty that might not be good for everyone's well-being.

  25. 25 Salma Hayek Shows That Everyone Ages


    Salma Hayek is a famous actress, and she's been around for a while to see how social media has changed how people see themselves. So, it's not shocking that she shared a picture of herself without makeup, showing some of her grey hairs. She wanted to make a point with her post and wrote "The white hair of wisdom" underneath the picture.

    This wasn't the first time Salma Hayek talked about her body. In 2016, she spoke to Harper's Bazaar and mentioned that in Hollywood, how women look can affect whether they get acting jobs. She also said that she felt good about her own looks, but there were things about herself that didn't match some people's ideas of beauty.


  26. 26 Rachel Bloom Opens Up About Stress And Acne


    Rachel Bloom, a successful actress, has been praised as a body image role model by People magazine, and there's a good reason for it. She shared a picture to show that stress from work can sometimes make her hormones go wild and give her acne. She also asked her followers to notice her tiredness and feeling bloated, reminding everyone that celebrities face the same life pressures as the rest of us. This is just one of many posts where she talks about the societal pressures that women face today.

    The actress, who has won awards, sometimes shares funny videos making fun of the things people do to look as perfect as they do on social media. These videos are really funny.

  27. 27 Barbie Ferreira Shows Off Her Stripes


    American model and actress Barbie Ferreira shared a picture on her Instagram displaying her stretch marks. Even though she's quite young, Ferreira is often seen as a role model for the body positivity movement. She started modeling when the industry was starting to embrace diverse beauty standards, and she often talks about how important it is to make these views normal. However, like Lizzo, Ferreira has also pointed out that there are some issues within the current body positivity movement that need to be addressed.


    In a talk with Vogue magazine, Barbie Ferreira mentioned that she prefers if people make different body types normal instead of pressuring others to fit into one specific type. She has also mentioned that she quietly works behind the scenes to promote these ideas.

  28. 28 Hillary Duff Calls Out Body Shamers


    While on vacation with her family, actress Hilary Duff spoke out against the media and individuals who criticize women's bodies. She shared a picture of herself at the beach and mentioned that she's proud of her flaws. She encouraged other women to be proud of themselves too and advised against spending too much time worrying about how you look because it's not worth it.

    In an interview with Byrdie, Hilary Duff discussed how she used to struggle with how she saw herself when she was younger. She felt bad because she didn't always fit into a specific weight or appearance standard. However, she mentioned that she's now much happier with how she sees herself.


  29. 29 Jameela Jamil's Badge Of Honor


    Jameela Jamil is an English actress known for promoting body positivity. In this Instagram post, she points out her stretch marks and encourages women to take pride in them. She also criticizes skin whitening products, which she considers racist. Jamil is famous for refusing to participate in photoshoots that involve airbrushing or editing after the photos are taken.

    Jameela Jamil has criticized other influencers and famous people for promoting products that promise weight loss or detox. She believes that such promotions reveal how much our culture can influence our self-image and beliefs about our bodies.

  30. 30 Lizzo Shows the World What Confidence Means


    As I mentioned earlier, Lizzo is known for promoting healthier beauty standards. In this post, she's wearing a bikini at home. There are several similar pictures on her Instagram, and since she wants to change how people see beauty, we can expect more. She even jokes that she forgot to use an app called Facetune to make her photo look better. Facetune is an app that lets you edit your pictures to make them more flattering.


    Even though Lizzo seems confident, she wants people to know that she also has moments when she doubts herself because of body shamers. She mentioned that it's normal to have negative thoughts sometimes, but you need to remind yourself that it's okay to be yourself and look the way you do.

  31. 31 Sarah Hyland Ditches Spanx For Performance


    Sarah Hyland was previously mentioned for sharing a selfie during an acne breakout. But she also received praise when she posted a picture of herself performing at the Teen Choice Awards without wearing Spanx. She said it was because she felt more confident and wanted to inspire others not to worry about what people might say. People reported that she had talked about wearing Spanx before because she had undergone two kidney transplants.

    Sarah Hyland mentioned that her fiancé played a big role in boosting her confidence. This highlights how having positive and supportive people in your life can make a big difference when you're facing challenges.


  32. 32 Ruby Rose Says We Are All Human


    You might think that a super successful model like Ruby Rose wouldn't face body-shaming, but it goes to show that some people like to criticize no matter what. Rose shared a picture of herself with a breakout after a lot of traveling and interviews. She wanted to remind everyone that everyone is human, and imperfections are normal. She also told the media that she has no tolerance for people who shame others about their bodies.

    This happened because some people had said mean things about her online. She responded by explaining that she exercises, eats well, and avoids drinking alcohol. She also talked about health problems she faced when she weighed more. Rose emphasized that nobody should be judged solely based on their appearance.

  33. 33 Priyanka Chopra Shows World It's Okay To Not Have Perfectly Smooth Armpits


    Priyanka Chopra shared a picture on her Instagram showing her armpits, proving that even big stars don't always have perfectly smooth armpits. But this wasn't the first time she talked about not letting your confidence depend on your appearance. She mentioned to the media that sometimes she has to ignore negative thoughts about her looks to feel good about herself.


    Chopra also pointed out that society often focuses too much on how people look. She mentioned that it's more important to find happiness and confidence in things like your work and making sure you feel fulfilled in life.

  34. 34 Selena Gomez Opens Up About Kidney Surgery


    We've already talked about another Selena Gomez post where she emphasized the importance of being truthful about our appearances. In this post, she talked about a kidney surgery she had and the scar it left. She mentioned that after the surgery, she used to feel awkward and tried to hide the scar with clothes. But now, she sees the scar as a symbol of pride and strength.

    The actress got involved in a controversy when a few TV shows made jokes about her transplant. She responded quickly, saying the jokes were insensitive and that people's health should never be made fun of.


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