5 skin-positive influencers who keep things real with no-makeup selfies

In the era of photo editing apps and filters, it's rare to see naked, makeup-free, unedited photos on social media, especially Instagram. Don't get us wrong - we love seeing over-the-top, eye-popping makeup (we're beauty editors, after all), but sometimes you really need a dose of reality. We're talking about normalizing real skin care problems: acne, dark circles, hyperpigmentation, pores, scars, uneven texture and more. If you are with us, let me introduce you to some of our favorite beauty influencers who inspire their followers with no-makeup selfies.   

Kiqz Curls

Kikz is a New York-based content creator who has been sharing her acne and hyperpigmentation experience, as well as posts on hair, fashion, and lifestyle over the past year. She also chronicles her changing skin care regimen and travels on it. YouTube. 

Abigail Collins

With her Instagram handle @abis_acne, chambermaid has an entire account dedicated to documenting her acne, from testing skincare products to creating a full glamorous makeover.

Kadija Sel Khan

Beauty blogger Kadija Sel Khan shares her acne experience (and also gives some awesome makeup tutorials) to encourage her followers to feel beautiful in their own skin. 

Teresa Nicole

In between posting flashy makeup and clearing up skincare rumors, cosmetologist and beauty blogger Teresa Nicole openly talks about her struggle with cystic acne and the products that help her get rid of them.

at the ford

Youtuber from London at the ford has been posting a mix of makeup tutorials and nude selfies since 2015, being candid about her mental and physical health in her posts.