9 skin-positive accounts to follow on Instagram ASAP
These skinfluencers have the feel-good content we all need on our feed
These skinfluencers have the feel-good content we all need on our feed


“Flawless skin isn’t beauty. Rather, beauty is the confidence you put forth when you walk into a room.”
This New York gal documents her daily journey through acne treatment, Accutane


“It’s not just a skin condition, it is so much more. And to anyone struggling right now; you’re not just a skin condition, you are so much more” –
Incredible eye makeup and natural skin is featured in this Swedish gal’s skin positive account.

“JUST TAKE PICTURES. Every day or every week- whenever you feel like it or whenever you have mustered enough courage to do so; trust me, you will NOT regret it.”
An 18-year-old girl normalising acne, Meg’s page is all things skin love.

“I never allow something like a ‘Skin Condition’ to hurt my soul or make me feel ugly.”
Kadeeja’s an acne model that ‘brings reality to social media.’

“Darlings, here’s the truth. The only right time to feel beautiful is NOW. For beauty is what you stand for instead of how you look.”
Rocyie’s a psoriasis advocate, health coach and holistic nutritionist to-be.

“Currently I have been focusing on my mental and physical health. I never knew struggling with acne can worsen my mental health.. It’s so hard to see everyone pointing and judging you around..”
We love Middle Eastern representation! This Omani MUA goes from beauty TikToks to being real about breakouts on social media.

“REAL skin reminder. ‘Flawless’ doesn’t exist and never will. ‘Smooth’ skin also doesn’t exist and NEVER will.”
Activist and creator Lou has been on accutane for 8 months.
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