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Woman Gets Trolled For Acne YouTube Tutorials, Rises Above Them In Spectacular Style

Woman With Acne Sticks Two Fingers Up At Nasty Trolls
Rosy Cherrington
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Three months ago, one beauty vlogger began began posting images of herself without makeup on social media. But she never expected this reaction.

Em Ford, a.k.a. My Pale Skin, received thousands of comments from strangers all over the world, ranging from compliments to downright nasty bullying.

Titled #YouLookDisgusting, her latest video calls out some of the nasty comments left on her photos - and they are pretty vile.

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First the vlogger starts by applying her makeup, as she does in her tutorials, and the comments appear on the opposite side, with users telling her "you look amazing" and "you're so perfect".

Next the comments turn nasty, revealing the extreme bullying that Ford receives: "This should be illegal"... "This is false advertising"…"Trust no fucking bitch without makeup"

Thankfully the video ends on an empowering note, with Ford sharing some of the comments she's received from acne sufferers along with her own inspiring message: "You are beautiful. Don't let anyone tell you differently. Not even yourself."

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In the description of the video, which has now had nearly 150,000 views, Ford has the final say: "I wanted to create a film that showed how social media can set unrealistic expectations on both women and men.

"One challenge many face today, is that as a society, we're so used to seeing false images of perfection, and comparing ourselves to unrealistic beauty standards that It can be hard to remember the most important thing - You ARE beautiful."

Go Em!

Natural And Simple Acne Treatments
Lemon(01 of17)
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This citrus fruit is a powerhouse when it comes to treating and preventing acne. The citric acid in lemon exfoliates skins and dries up acne, while its antibacterial properties help prevent it from coming back. It can also reduce the appearance of acne scars by lightning skin. Just soak a cotton swab in fresh lemon juice and apply it directly to infected areas after washing your face. Or create a lemon toner by combining 1/2 cup water, 1 tbsp lemon juice and 2-3 drops tea tree oil. Apply the toner across acne-prone areas. (credit:Kristoffer Winther Balling/Flickr)
Apple Cider Vinegar(02 of17)
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Apple cider vinegar is a popular natural acne treatment among celebrities, including Scarlett Johansson, for maintaining their clear and glowing complexions. It kills acne-causing bacteria with its antibacterial properties, balances the pH of the skin and breaks down oil and dirt to unclog pores. Just like lemon juice, you can apply apple cider vinegar directly to clean skin on your face, neck and back, or dilute it with water if you notice the vinegar is drying your skin. (credit:Shutterstock)
Tea Tree Oil(03 of17)
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Unlike harsh over-the-counter acne treatments, tea tree oil will not leave your skin dry and stripped of its natural oils. You can use a cotton swab to apply the oil directly to your blemishes. If you find the undiluted tea tree oil to be too powerful (or the scent too overbearing), you can dilute it with water or add a few drops to your store-bought or homemade face wash, toner, moisturizer or scrubs. You can also find many natural skincare lines containing soothing tea tree oil and its antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. (credit:Lucie Rihova)
Salt Water(04 of17)
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There is no need to book an ocean-side vacation to get the skin-clearing benefits of salt water. Apply salt directly to damp skin to exfoliate, or create a salt water toner by mixing salt and warm water in a bowl, and dabbing it over your face with a cotton ball. Add the salt water to a spray bottle to spritz your face throughout the day to reduce oil production. (credit:Getty Images/Fuse)
Honey (05 of17)
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This sticky sweet stuff is delicious and soothing in tea, but its antibacterial properties will also help soothe and heal pimples faster by fighting acne-causing bacteria. Apply a high-quality honey, such as manuka honey, directly to pimples and allow the honey to sit on your face for at least 15 minutes before rinsing it off. Or add it to your favourite homemade face mask or scrub. (credit:Shutterstock)
Yogurt(06 of17)
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You've probably heard about the many health benefits of eating yogurt, but did you know that it can also be used topically to treat acne-prone skin? Yogurt contains lactic acid (used in some chemical peels) and antibacterial properties that work to prevent breakouts with the added bonus of moisturizing your skin. Apply plain whole yogurt directly to acne-prone areas for at least 20 minutes before rinsing off. Add this creamy mask to your regular beauty regime to help keep breakouts at bay. (credit:Shutterstock / andersphoto)
Aloe Vera(07 of17)
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The same gel you use to soothe your sunburns, can also help soothe and reduce the inflammation of acne. The herb also contains antibacterial properties that will help prevent acne sores from becoming infected and allow them to heal faster. It can also extract the dirt and oil from your pores that cause acne in the first place. Apply the gel directly to your face and neck, leave overnight and rise off in the morning. Or add it to your facial mask or scrub. (credit:bdspn)
Clay(08 of17)
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Clay-based masks are all the rage lately -- and for good reason. The masks draw out oil and dirt from your pores that cause acne. Find out how to prepare a simple mask using clay and apple cider vinegar here. (credit:Shutterstock)
Green Tea (09 of17)
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You’ve probably heard about the many health benefits of drinking green tea, but it can also be applied on skin to soothe and treat acne by reducing oil production. Just dip a cotton ball or washcloth into cooled green tea and hold on infected areas for a few minutes. (credit:Shutterstock)
Willow Bark Extract(10 of17)
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Willow bark, known as “nature’s aspirin,” is a natural source of salicylic acid, which is found in many acne treatments and is proven to treat acne better than benzoyl peroxide. It removes dead skin cells that clog your pores, while also soothing and rejuvenating your skin. (credit:Andy Hares/Flickr)
Activated Charcoal(11 of17)
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There's a reason activated charcoal has been popping up in more and more skincare products -- the same black substance used to induce vomiting to rid your system of toxins is believed to work like a magnet on your skin, drawing out impurities from your pores. Find out how to make your own charcoal face mask here. (credit:Shutterstock)
Papaya(12 of17)
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The vitamins, lycopene and antifungal, antibacterial properties in this tasty fruit can be work to remove excess oil and dead skin cells from your skin’s surface, leaving your face clean, smooth and less prone to acne. All you have to do is cut up and mash a bit of the fruit, spread it onto clean skin and let it sit for at least 15 minutes. (credit:rclassenlayouts)
Banana Peel(13 of17)
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The next time you eat a banana, don’t be so quick to toss the peel. Banana peels contain the antioxidant lutein, which can help reduce the inflammation of acne. Simply rub the peel on clean skin and let is sit for as long as possible before rinsing. Repeat regularly for optimal results. (credit:Shutterstock)
Sandalwood Oil (14 of17)
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Sandalwood is another powerful acne treatment with its antimicrobial properties that battle bacteria and oil that clog pores and cause pimples. Apply the oil directly to infected areas, or dilute it first with water or base oil, such as evening primrose oil. Find out how to make a sandalwood acne paste here. (credit:Shutterstock / AppleZoomZoom)
Sodium Bicarbonate(15 of17)
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Better known a baking soda, this versatile product removes excess oil, dirt and bacteria on your skin, while also exfoliating. Just combine water and baking soda to create a paste, and massage over your skin. Let the paste sit on your face for at least 15 minutes. (credit:Geo-grafika)
Garlic(16 of17)
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Garlic isn't just for boosting the flavour of your food -- it also has many medicinal purposes, including fighting acne-causing bacteria with its powerful antioxidants. Before heading to bed, mince a few cloves and set in water for about 10 minutes. Use a cotton pad to apply across infected areas. (credit:Ls9907)
Oatmeal(17 of17)
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Remember having a warm and soothing oatmeal bath when you had the chickenpox? Well, oatmeal can also be used to reduced the inflammation of acne. Next time you cook yourself up a pot of oatmeal, apply some to your face as well to help soothe and reduce the redness of acne (just be sure to let it cool first). (credit:Shutterstock / matka_Wariatka)

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