Why exactly do acne scars occur?
They happen when an inflamed blemish tears the skin.
Pimples cause our pores to swell, breaking the wall of the follicle.
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When the tear is shallow, the injury heals quickly.
But when it’s deeper, bad bacteria can leak out, worsening the lesion.
They may be “flaws,” but they’re beautiful.
@skinwithlea
Here are 12 pictures of acne scars that prove it.
Lea is a German acne-positivity blogger whose skin updates are always accompanied by a fire image like this one.
“The acne scars are on point these days.
@sarah___kath
I have really struggled with fading them it seems like nothing is really working.
French Instagrammer Sarah is effortlessly stunning, acne scars and all.
Twenty-year-old Zoe brings a sense of humor to her acne journey.
@itzodabean
At the same time, she’s not desperate to take a stab at change it.
Acne-positivity Instagrammer Nat documents her plant-based, Accutane-free skin journey beautifully and honestly at@pimpledgirl.
Skye’s beautiful posts prove that it’s possible for you to be a working model with acne.
@whollyhealed
It’s really strange to look at these photos and actually feel good about myself.
I didn’t expect that.
Acne does not make you ugly.
@a.sherrene
It’s just your body doing its own thang.”
Model and travel blogger Nicole Bonifacio is no longer concerned with showing her makeup-free acne scars on social media.
She captions: “Acne is one of the oldest friends I have.
@pimpledgirl
I had my first dramatic breakout when I was around 11 to 12 years old.
I encourage you to bring light to the things you are most scared about.
Be comfortable in the skin youre in.
@india.skyee
Love yourself and all your flaws.”
A few acne scars didn’t stop@ambrahrnndzfrom posting this beautiful duo of smiley selfies.
Well, long story short, I don’t anymore.
@st_skin_love
Lately, I’ve been learning to love myself.
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Don’t miss 15 beautiful images of real women’s cellulite.
@my.acne.diary
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