Celebrities may have large teams and access to the world's best doctors and treatment teams, but that doesn't prevent them from experiencing the same skin concerns as the rest of us. Many stars talk about skin conditions ranging from acne and psoriasis to vitiligo and alopecia to help remove the stigma around their conditions, help others find a treatment plan that works for them, or simply I have spoken with many objectives in mind, including building a community. People who are going through the same thing.
Read insights from celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Kerry Washington, and Justin Bieber about their skin issues, inspiration, and what's worked for them.
kim kardashian
Over the years, the reality star has spoken candidly about her experience with psoriatic arthritis and even documented her treatments. She elaborated further in an essay on her sister Kourtney's site Poosh.com, which put her own attitude towards her chronic illness into perspective. “If you have psoriasis, you can't let it ruin your life or keep you from doing your best. You have to do everything you can to make sure you're comfortable, but if you have psoriasis We must not let ourselves be controlled,” she wrote.
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The TV personality posted a vulnerable selfie in December 2023 showing the results of a particularly severe eczema flare-up around her eyes.
“Message to all people who suffer from sensitive skin! 🙋♀️ I have suffered from eczema since I was a child, but as I got older it started coming back,” she wrote, adding that her search to understand the causes of eczema sparked her to interview dermatologists about popular triggers and treatments on her blog (and she jokingly says, “I can't believe I let my team post this photo. It was so cool 🥴”) (added).
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Washington may be the spokesperson for Neutrogena skincare, but that doesn't mean it's always been smooth sailing for her skin.The actress talked about her own eczema and shared how she's been keeping her eczema under control in style: “I work with a nutritionist, because for me beauty is about the inside out. I take fish oil tablets, drink a lot of water, and try not to eat dairy products. These things It really helped my skin.”
Tia Mowry
Mowry initially told PEOPLE that after being misdiagnosed with eczema, she wanted to share her message with other people with the condition, especially in the underserved African American community. “You are not alone. There are many suffering people who are going through what you are going through…This is what it's all about, after all.”
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The “Ghost” singer has been candid about her struggle with acne over the years, even finding ways to downplay it. PEOPLE reported that he pointed them out for everyone to see on his Instagram Story with the caption, “I have pimples.”
In recent years, he credits his wife Hailey Baldwin with giving him clearer skin.
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“A few years ago, I suddenly noticed that my face was red, itchy, inflamed, and peeling. I thought it was because I was constantly wearing makeup and wearing prosthetics. Ta” [on set].I threw everything at it except the kitchen sink and nothing helped. [until] I finally went to a dermatologist.” this is our star Said birdieShe added that she is now trying to limit stress, use less skin care products and eat foods “rich in omega-3” to keep her symptoms from worsening.
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Model Winnie Harlow, who was diagnosed with vitiligo (a condition in which the skin loses its pigment) at the age of four, made a memorable appearance on the fashion scene when she appeared on a TV show. america's next top model, Since then, she has appeared in campaigns for brands such as Fendi, Marc Jacobs, and Victoria's Secret. She has been outspoken about her desire to break down barriers in fashion in hopes of inspiring others to embrace difference.
“Growing up, I never saw anyone like me on TV, on billboards, on the runway,” she tells PEOPLE, noting that people's positive reactions to her modeling photos on social media She added that she was the driving force behind pursuing her dreams. “I've been getting a lot of love and support and people have told me that I've inspired them. So I thought, 'By doing something that's just fun for me, people can If it inspires you, it's a win-win.'
She even used her unique condition to help her build a new career. She ended up getting a bad sunburn after being asked not to wear sunscreen for her photo shoot because she looked bad in photos with her white cast (people with vitiligo are more susceptible to sun damage) ). That inspired her to launch her CAY Skin to develop her effective (but non-reflective) sunscreen.
LeAnn Rimes
Rhimes celebrated her skin, including her psoriasis. Glamour Posing nude to show off the plaque, she wrote in an essay, “Will these photos change the way I live? Would I wear shorts to the grocery store? Honestly, I don't know. But… All I know is that it's amazing.'' How small you can keep yourself, when you finally allow yourself to step outside of what you've been trapped in, the whole world opens up. . ”
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After finding a solution to her eczema with a prescription cream, Simpson shared a message of hope: “I'm always open. I'm open about my insecurities and flaws, and I hope I can inspire someone else.” Ta. Be better yourself, that's why I'm here to empower women and help people feel better about themselves. ”
kendall jenner
This model's struggle with acne has been well-documented, but she's learned not to let it get to her and the haters who commented about her skin at the 2018 Golden Globes Even I was soaked. Jenner, a former Proactiv spokesperson, also posted a #10yearchallenge photo showing how far the treatment has come.
As Jenner once told PEOPLE, “Sometimes when I get one pimple, it really freaks me out because I'm like, 'Oh, it's going to come back?'” But I don't worry about it too much because I know everything will be fine. I try not to think too much about it. I want everyone to know that I'm okay and you're okay too. ”
SZA
This singer doesn't let breakouts get her down. She shared this wisdom with Refinery29 for anyone who suffers from acne like she does: “Don't be discouraged if your skin doesn't look the way you want it to. Give it some time.”
Jonathan Van Ness
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of queer eye The star has long been an advocate of self-care and credits psoriasis for finding an effective way to treat it, which helped her keep her flare-ups at bay for six months. They wrote in an Instagram post, “One of the things I've started is keeping a @ruthielindsey gratitude journal. I'm not a doctor, but I've found it has helped my stress levels and my skin tone. I think it's getting better. But what if the inflammation occurs again?” She's still at work so we'll be cool anyway. ”
lili reinhart
As PEOPLE previously reported, Reinhart has opened up about her experience with breakouts and even used the topic as a way to connect with fans. She once wrote on social media, “My pimples don't define me. To those who feel embarrassed or ashamed about their pimples…I feel you. We have each other.” So let's overcome this acne experience together.''
Cynthia Nixon
of and just like that The star didn't know the cause of the redness on her face that she had struggled with her entire life until she was eventually diagnosed with rosacea as an adult. Since then, she has made it a point to speak up about the condition and offer help to others, telling the National Rosacea Association that she “may have rosacea all the time in your head, but it's not always on your face.” There's no need to show up.” Her advice: “If you think you might have rosacea, go see a dermatologist. Trust me, you'll get a lot better.
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of Come Dance With Me The judge tells the truth on social media about his struggle with melasma, a skin-darkening condition, and how he overcame it with cooler laser treatment in the caption accompanying a selfie with dark-skinned skin on Instagram I have also shared. “But what I'm trying to say is that I'm shocked that I can now go almost without makeup, without any filters or retouching or anything like that. If you've ever had melasma, you know it's under control. I know it’s hard to do, thanks to @simonourianmd1 and his magical cooler!!”
Lucy Hale
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For many years, ragdoll The star has managed to find some reprieve for herself when it comes to her acne. She told PEOPLE, “I'm 32 now, and I've definitely just let go of expectations in general.” “I think I'm always kind of mindful, but I think I'm more compassionate towards myself. And if I get a breakout, I'm like, 'Oh, God, what am I doing wrong?' Instead of thinking, “Oh, wow, I must be stressed,'' or “I must be low on water.'' I'm trying to find a solution. ”
cyndi lauper
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The singer has long been on a mission to raise awareness about psoriasis and help people like her who suffer from it, and has even launched a podcast. PSO knowledge It's becoming a hot topic. She told the American Academy of Dermatology that she is taught to take time for herself, saying, “There's nothing wrong with taking care of yourself,” adding, “In the busy world we live in, It's a busy world, but I wonder how long that will last.”take to apply cream [moisturizer or medicine] Or do you want to take a bath? ”
