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There was a time when I aspired to be a fashion designer, spending countless hours sketching outfits. From a young age, I worked hard to earn money, splurging on clothes from discount retailers and classic fragrances. I would even film makeup tutorials with my mother’s Mary Kay products, despite being told to leave them alone.
Before the rise of social media, my kids would often tease me about my cooking narrations, as I explained each step of my culinary process. “Now, you spread the pizza dough, drizzle it with olive oil, and sprinkle it with salt,” I would say, and they’d joke that I was pretending to be on a cooking show.
One of my favorite pastimes is to gather with friends and family to chat about beauty, style, and fashion. It’s a therapeutic experience that brings me joy. So when my Instagram began to grow due to my writing, I was thrilled to share clothing and home decor finds. I loved engaging with others who were interested in the same things.
Now that I’m nearing 46, making videos of myself without makeup can be daunting. I recently recorded several takes of myself applying a face mask for a promotion. With no makeup on, I noticed every detail: dark circles, forehead lines, and sagging skin. It’s tempting to reach for a beauty filter to boost my confidence, but I refuse to do so.
Firstly, those filters don’t represent my true self. They alter my features, reshaping my eyes and nose, erasing the authenticity that makes me who I am. How can I honestly demonstrate the effectiveness of a product if my face is heavily filtered?
Secondly, seeing others use filters often leaves me feeling inadequate. I know these filters enhance appearances, yet I still find it hard to remind myself that they are doing the same for others. This constant comparison can harm self-esteem.
The main reason I choose to remain authentic online—despite potential backlash—is that I don’t want to contribute to the insecurities that filters create for younger generations. Last fall, my daughter shared TikTok videos of girls expressing a desire for plastic surgery to achieve filter-like looks. The use of advanced editing apps has transformed the standards of beauty, often depicting an unattainable version of oneself.
I might struggle with my appearance—sagging skin, a nose that feels too large, and hair that never seems perfect—but I refuse to live in a filtered reality. If I promote a product, I want it to be backed by my genuine self, not a digitally altered version.
How can we teach the next generation about self-acceptance and love if we’re constantly presenting filtered versions of ourselves? My teenage daughter sees my unfiltered face, and I want to model self-acceptance for her. I’ve put in the effort to embrace my imperfections, and I won’t let filters undermine that journey.
Though I feel vulnerable at times, I believe that by sharing my true self, I can positively impact others.
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In summary, the choice to forgo beauty filters is rooted in a desire for authenticity and a commitment to setting a positive example for younger generations. By embracing my true self, I aim to inspire others to do the same.