From Severe Acne to Ulta Beauty Collective — I Stopped Hiding and Everything Changed

Eps. 103 In this episode we get LOUD about acne, confidence, and what it really means to embrace your authentic self in a world that constantly tells you to hide your flaws. I’m joined by Laura, also known online as Acne Baddie Laura, a beauty creator who has built a powerful community by showing her unfiltered skin and redefining what makeup and confidence look like on acne-prone skin. Laura shares her journey from using beauty filters and trying to hide her acne online to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in the skin positivity space. We talk about the pressure of beauty standards, the harsh comments people receive on social media, and how choosing to show your real skin can actually become one of the most empowering things you do. We also dive into the reality of becoming a full-time content creator — from imposter syndrome and algorithm stress to brand deals, PR, and what it’s really like building a career online. If you’ve ever struggled with acne, confidence, or feeling judged for how you look, I hope this conversation reminds you that your worth is not defined by your appearance — and that confidence often starts the moment you stop hiding. Shop real skin. real results: https://nine2fiveskin.com/ Follow Laura: https://www.instagram.com/lauraestada... https://www.tiktok.com/@badblaura?lan... Audio versions: Catch LTWL on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Catch LTWL on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ For Podcast highlights and updates follow: LTWL Instagram:   / loudtalkwithlavi   LTWL TikTok:   / loudtalkwithlavi   More Lavi: Lavinia Rusanda YouTube:    / @laviniarusanda   Lavinia Rusanda TikTok:   / laviniarusanda   Lavinia Rusanda Instagram:   / laviniarusanda   Join content creator, engineering and business student Lavinia Rusanda as she uncovers the secrets of the beauty industry, breaks down unrealistic beauty standards, and encourages people to embrace confidence through real, unfiltered skin while bringing awareness to acne and skin positivity.