From a male, your glowing and your honesty has helped a lot. It’s the sense of not feeling good enough when you have acne breakouts that messes with my head personally.
I feel the exact same way looking at you!! I don't see the acne, I see how gorgeous and nice you are -- thanks for this video, and sending lots of love!! xx
I"ve been following you on ig forever and am so glad you started a youtube channel. This is the real content we want to see.. thanks for being vulnerable and not just showing the highlight reels of life.
Thank you for addressing the acne problems and the problems with social media. We all on one level or the other compare ourselves and our lives with influencers and RU-vidrs and Instagramers. So thank you for trying to be a part of the solution and not the problem by showing you also have real life issues and that you compare yourself with other influencers/IG’ers and RU-vidrs. Do you only use skin care or do you also use pill prescription to cure the acne problems? When I was young(er), I had huge acne problems, that I still think plays a role in my self image, and I still struggle with how I perceive myself. Even though you hear that people think you’re not butt ugly and quite handsome or attractive the bullying from the teens still sits deeply in you. And I’m like 13 years older than you. So I admire you and other influencers and RU-vidrs to talk about it. I had to have pill prescription to cure the acne problems, but the mental struggle is still there. And that’s probably why I have problems committing to a relationship. And yes it’s so easy to see the beauty in someone else, that may have acne problems and think “That’s not so bad”. But when it comes to oneself it’s hard. I have a platonic girlfriend that are about the same age you are and she too struggle with acne. She said it’s something hormonal and that it’s worst when she’s menstruating
Helen! I almost cried listening to you! You are beatiful and I'm not just saying, you really are, I think you are right we are never satisfied with ourselves we always want perfection and that doesn't exist, I'm not a really social media girl but also what you said made me realize how wrong I' am criticizing myself, I don't even have a profile photo because I think none of them are good in off to share, let's change our minds and start bringing more positiveness to ourselves 😊
Hello Helen, normally I never write comments, nor would I imagine sharing something like this. But you are a hero for posting these videos, because they help, they help a lot! I had acne in school and with accutane it was gone. Now years later I struggle again, but mentally I am in a way better place. Because of you I can leave make-up off my face (even though I am just at home - thanks to covid - but a few weeks back I needed my concealer even there.) I am thankful for you, your story and the message you share!
I have acne for many years. My acne start when I was in primary school. Now I am in high school and my problem with acne is bigger. I feel shame for my face I can't go out if I don't wear makeup. My family and friends don't understand how difficult and stressful is this situation. You are the first person who help me that isn't bad to have acne. After I watched your video with your experience with acne I feel more confident and beautiful with my skin. I want thank you for helping me to get over it. You are a very good person. You are the best!!
Such a beautiful and important message to share to women and young girls ❤️✨ thank you for sharing your story and being brave enough to be vulnerable ☺️
helen just wanted to say you are beautiful- with or without skin issues. i think vulnerability and being open and honest is truly beautiful. i just challenged myself to open up in a video (not the same topic though) and it was scary AF but so liberating. i felt free once i posted it. cheers to being free💙
Gorgeous girl!!! Just keep slathering SPF 50 to keep the old acne scars from darkening! FDA recommends 1/2 tsp on face and neck (including eyelids, ears, and lips), and people also make the mistake of 1) not reapplying every two hours, 2) not applying enough (hence the 1/2 tsp), and 3) not wearing SPF when indoors or in your car (UVA rays go through windows) lol :) definitely not the most glamorous skin product but definitely the most effective at preventing dark spots and wrinkles! and Zack too! I get so mad at my bf for not wearing spf bahaha thank you for this video and for your vulnerability!!!
I love your instagram, but I love your real self on youtube SO much. I honestly have been following you since I was 20-21 (i'm 27 now) and I admit a couple times when I was younger I unfollowed you a couple times because you were so perfect. Your instagram has shown me just how kind and genuine you actually are. I look forward to all your videos ❤️ p.s. I was on Accutane too and it SUCKED lol
Dear Helen, let me just try to tell you how much I loved watching this! I've been following you for so long and you were literally always the person I wanted to be when I saw you on IG. You were such a perfect, mythical creature to me and yes I would compare myself to you and feel kinda bad sometimes. So you can't IMAGINE how shook I was when you started to share your skin journey (aka: what looked and felt exactly like my own, because I struggle with bad acne as well). I literally cried a little because that meant so much to me personally since you were a huge role model for me! I never thought you had these problems (or any problems at all haha) because I just idolized you so much from the little perfect snippets of your life I would see online. I've been loving your openness and realness and getting to know the genuine you so much! I was that girl trying to hide my skin under tons of make up and going down dark holes on the internet to find solutions for my big scary secret called acne for soooo long. It's been SO good for me learning - from you especially - that we're all just human and having imperfections and insecurities is just reality and nothing to be ashamed of. You've really been a big part in my journey towards accepting myself and seeing myself as perfect just the way I am, pimples, scars, healthy body weight etc. included. Sharing all this takes a lot of courage, especially with a big audience like yours, and I admire you even more now, for such different reasons other than your IG perfection :) you deserve to know you're genuinely changing lives out here!
thank you so much Helen, you are by far one of my most favourite RU-vidrs because I love the way you are so authentic and real. I too have struggled with acne (annnd I'm 30 yrs old next month! ahhh lol) and this just makes me feel like I'm not alone. You are soo beautiful inside & out, love u! x
Erika Brown This is everything. Thank you for normalizing not only acne but the self doubt we feel from it. I think sometimes we think we are “crazy” for telling ourselves these stories. Thank you for reinforcing that it is all ok. We are only human. You are beautiful🤍
I suggest after eating observing reaction on your skin. Mostly acne is effect of some foods and hormones. Try eliminate diary products - if you eat. It is usually internal problem. External products do not help for long term and if you wish resolve acne.
It's truely an amazing thing that you are doing by spreading this message because not only are you giving people like me who struggle with acne more confidence but you are also helping so many young girls by showing them that not everything is perfect and not everything is exactly as they see it on social media which IS OKAY. Thats life and its totally fine and like you said, even if it seems perfekt we would just find another thing to fix so there is actully no end to this unless you just accept yourself☺️. Also I found it super interesting when you mentioned the point about "looking at other girls who have acne but saying to yourself that they are still pretty and it almost suits them". I now realize that I have always done the exact same thing. I would always see all the other aspects of the face and say to myself: but look at her features,she is beautiful. So this one was super interesting to me. We are so cruel to ourselves and so kind to others. Its important to show that kindness to ourselves as well.
This helped me so much, good for you! I never struggled with acne but a recent move to a humid country to follow my dreams has made my face BLOW UP. Some days I literally feel like I’m too ugly to go to work and or go out which is so stupid. But this was a nice reminder that people don’t care and see me as more than unclear skin 🥰
This video honestly made me tear up! It was just so real and encouraging! Thank you for being so simple about it! And looking forward to the home decor video because the whole time while watching this I kept wondering where the night stands are from! haha
This story though.. I also thought the exact same thing!! "But even with acne she still looks so beautiful. I don't" And now reading these comments, so many people think this way apparently! Sounds silly but this is a huge eye opener for me. Thank you for sharing this!! 🤗❤ And for everyone thinking this way: you're beautiful 😊😘
I don't struggle with acne, but I have truly enjoy this video! I compare myself with others ALL THE TIME and I totally related to that. Thank you for opening up and being vulnerable. Xx
Fantastic video, Helen. It’s difficult to be vulnerable, specially nowadays when there is an increase focus on perfection. I agree you see a person’s beauty by the way they are and how they treat others. We also project our insecurities and may notice aspects that others would not. Thank you so much ❤️
Evening Primrose Oil capsules- I swear by them every morning!! I used to have acne all over my jaw and it was super cystic- within 3 months almost all of it was gone!
I loved this video. Thank you for sharing. I struggle with acne and have literally said the same thing, “if I have no acne everything would be perfect etc etc” I remember to try to and focus on the things I do like about myself 💛
You look beautiful! Your acne journey is real! Mine was a battle, but like you, so grateful for the progress of my face/skin from the beginning til now. Thanks for being honest ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your story! I’ve had hormonal acne since my daughter was born (over three years now) and hearing your story really helped!! It’s frustrating at times but the more people share their struggles the better! Thank you again!!
Love this video Helen! What you said about that girl is exactly how I feel about you, and how I felt comparing myself. Thank you for pointing out this vicious cycle we all fall prey to. I have stopped chasing skin perfection but rather overall skin/body/mind/soul nourishment. The more love and care you put into your body, the more it gives back, and the imperfections seem less like imperfections. You are perfect!
This is so beautiful 😢 No sappy cliché encouragement but real and genuine thoughts. Honestly opened a new point of view for me. Hugs for everyone going through the same, and hoping we all get through this.
Firstly, totally agree accutane is no joke! I remember the monthly blood tests and not being able get my eyebrows waxed hahah This was an awesome video and I think there are amazing take aways in some many aspects of our lives! I think you are right on that letting it go will set you free! 💜💜
This is so refreshing to hear. Thank you for being vulnerable, It’s not easy and I applaud you for that. You’re beautiful - with/without acne. I’m currently going through a tough skin moment and this is hopeful to hear ♥️
Helen, writing from Portugal. You are literally one of the most BEAUTIFUL !!!! girls i ever have seen in my life ! you are truly beautiful, with pimples or without it ! even with those breakouts and without wearing any makeup on, you are so so beautiful ! your smile, your features, everything. You are a very beautiful women. and thanks for sharing that. honestly i also had to stop wearing makeup because i was getting to a point where i couldnt see myself in the mirror without it. i would feel very ugly and weird. it's been about 6 months and now i am again liking to see myself as for who i am ! the real me again, you know? and thats how i got so confident. many kisses
Wouah, such an inspiring talk! You are definitely beautiful from the inside and outside, and thank you use much for sharing all your personal experience and thoughts!
This is the most inspiring video I have ever seen. Thank you for being so vulnerable and impacting women all over the world. Your light definitely shines through everything else. I really do appreciate you!
Thankyou for being so open about this ❤️ Currently struggling with hormonal acne from coming off the pill a few months ago and it makes me feel WAY less alone ❤️
You are a super sweet and beautiful person never forget it. I've been following you on Instagram for a long time and I can't find anyone else as special as you. You give me the strength not to give up!
You speak from my mind! Thank you so much for your honest words! You're so brave and amazing 💕 I know exactly what you're talking about cause I had these different stages of acne as well and you're totally right - once the skin becomes better we focus on other "faults"! Once again thanks for sharing 💕💕
I absolutely adore, admire, love, and look up to you in so many ways! i have been following you since Tumblr and i am truly amazed at the beautiful woman you have become! Keep sharing the real and raw versions of yourself! Also you have inspired me to take the steps to share my acne story related to candida overgrowth in my gut so thank you for being an inspiration!!!
Love the honesty! Skin looks great! Can’t wait to hear what you find out about your hormones ! I think hormone imbalance is causing my sudden acne too!
You are such a beautiful soul and person - I recently found your channel and truly enjoy your videos - great vibes and energy! We all have something we struggle with...encouraging others to cope and find perspective in life is beyond valuable. Best to you! BTW - I purchased your set on FEAT and looking forward to getting it this week.
FANTASTIC VIhDEO HELEN!✨ I loved it🥰 it is very interesting and so real.Thanks for sharing your thoughts and feelings about acne with your internet friends. love from Spain!💞
Thanks for sharing Helen ❤ I'm popping in with more unsolicited advice but what helped me to completely clear up my hormonal acne was taking a cod liver oil supplement. I know it may not work for everyone but it never hurts to try. You're beautiful in whatever skin you're in.
I know you're a big coffee gal so this this may be an absolute no but one thing that has made a MASSIVE difference in my skin is cutting out coffee... I still have breakouts and have struggled with cystic + hormonal acne for years however, I've noticed amazing changes since cutting it out.
Dear Helen, thank you so much for sharing your personal story with us! Want to let you know that it's best to have your hormone status checked by a saliva test. This is more meaningful and without needles😉 I'm also struggling with my skin from time to time and it helped me to get my hormones and my gut checked. Crossing fingers, the hormone check will be helpful for you, too😊
Wow, I got teary eyed watching this video. Thank you for breaking down the “Instagram Perfection” wall. Coming from a longtime follower, I’ve always thought you were so beautiful. And yet your vulnerability and “imperfections” just make you even MORE beautiful! Thank you for these videos 🤍
Exactly why I never started with filters. Its lying to yourself and not healthy for your mental state, especially with people who deal wirh acne (like myself)
I feel as if you’ve tried omitting every thing except gluten . Which is a huge one . I have struggled with my skin , but avoiding dairy and gluten = GAME CHANGER Try gluten free, for some reason I think that’s your one thing missing . (From personal experience) P.s. you are insanely beautiful . And your courage and beauty within radiates outward . Would love for you to have a meet and greet in la, would love to meet you ♥️
Did anyone ever told you you look like Nina Dobrev?😍 I think in total you are absolutely stunning. You have beautiful face and you're definitely my body goals!
Hi Helen! To avoid needles, you could get your hormones checked using the DUTCH Test. You just collect urine and saliva samples at home and send them in. I got it done, and it is very comprehensive. That way, you can avoid getting your blood drawn since it frightens you. Hope that helps! :-)
I had issues with almonds/almond milk, peanut butter and all soy based protein. I found the soy made my hormones all crazy and would have horrible breakouts.
Hey Helen! Such an inspiring video - you glow from within. I"ve had my own acne struggles and found a solution that I think might help you. I suggest you pick up the book "The Hidden Cause of Acne," by Melissa Gallico. She theorizes that fluoride is actually the cause of most adult acne. It was the reason for mine. Hope this helps.
Your jawline acne looks very hormonal. Definitely get those hormones checked and get on a very low dose Birth Control for a little while. It will help tremendously 🥰 also, make sure your digestive system is on check ✔️ only the topical creams won’t do the work until you fix everything internally. Love from the republic of Georgia 🇬🇪
