I had acne and felt my life fall apart – my glow up left me looking like a different person thanks to 3 simple tips
A WOMAN has revealed her top tips for a glow up after struggling with acne for years.
Rebecca Hatton, 25, suffered with acne for years leaving her feeling insecure, but her beauty transformation has left people stunned and she revealed exactly how she did it.
The US-based law student says she improved her self-confidence without losing weight and showed before and after pictures of her glow up.
In the viral video, Rebecca, who was “depressed and insecure”, first shows herself with a bloated, puffy face, skin breaking out and hair unkept.
The difference in the ‘after’ photo is staggering – and she says it is all thanks to her mental health changes.
“My ‘glow-up’ journey did not start out as a means to become more beautiful (by society’s standards),” the Pennsylvania native, told NeedToKnow.co.uk.
“[It was a result of] the plans I had for my life were falling through [during the pandemic].
“And I was exhausted from a lifetime of battling health issues, a poor relationship with food, and feeling insecure about acne on my face, because of the health issues no doctor seemed to be able to figure out.”
Rebecca felt her life was falling apart during this time adding: “It felt like everything was crumbling around me.
“[Now], I walk as a more confident person, not because my teeth are whiter or my hair is healthier but because I have done the work to heal my relationship with myself and how I view myself.
”I prioritise taking care of myself now because I know I am worth being cared for.”
Her beauty tips range from how she cleared her skin to getting her teeth whiter and brighter than ever.
Clear skin
The beauty fan swears by using a gua sha stone to help depuff the face every morning.
Rebecca also recommends using tretinoin cream, a form of retinol that speeds up skin cell turnover to help battle acne and the appearance of wrinkles.
As well as a daily skincare routine, she also goes for facials to help heal her acne scars.
Pearly whites
A game-changing hack from Rebecca includes using whitening mouthwash twice a day.
She dips her toothbrush into the mouthwash twice a day before brushing them to keep them looking bright.
If you have sensitive teeth or dental issues it’s best to check with a dentist first before using the hack.
Diet changes
Although Rebecca didn’t change her diet to lose weight, she did decided to cut out both alcohol and sugar.
This was to help with some of her pre-existing health conditions and says the results have been ‘outstanding.’
However she admits this is the hardest tip to stick to, saying: “This has been one of the hardest parts.
“My doctor recommended cutting these things out to alleviate some of the symptoms of my health issues.
“I had already cut out gluten and dairy years before so this felt brutal at first because it felt like I had no foods left to enjoy.
“I love sweet treats and I love making cocktails.
“I don’t do this perfectly, and will still have a drink or gluten/dairy-free treat every once in a while, but I try really hard to prioritize what makes my body feel good.
“Results I have seen from this are astounding!”
Of course, real change comes from within and Rebecca’s most important tip is to prioritise your mental health.
She said: “I would say my top tips are to focus on your mental health first and foremost.
”Go outside! Take yourself on walks!
“See a counsellor if you need to! I think our physical outward appearance is a reflection of inward healing.
“Start with small habit changes like making your bed, walking outside every day, journaling, etc. and I am convinced the rest will begin to follow.”
As a bonus tip, Rebecca suggested sorting out your wardrobe and getting rid of any clothes you don’t wear.
You could even sell the pieces and buy clothes that make you feel “happy, confident and comfortable” instead.
The social media response has been immense, with the student’s favourite compliments from people who focus on the well-being aspect, not her looks.
She said: “The reactions online honestly shocked me.
“Everyone has been kind too, there have been no trolls thankfully.
“[My favourite comments] speak to the hard work I’ve done to heal things on the inside and the fact that those changes really do then reflect on the outside.
“I want people to see joy in me; I want them to see a healed person because that’s the work I’ve really put in.
“And that’s the work that matters most.
“My final advice is: everyone is different – what works for me is not going to be the fix-all for you.”
Social media users have come out in droves to share their support on her TikTok account @rahatton_.
Emily commented: “LOVE”
Kristen commented: “You are gorgeous.”
Lauren added: “I love this.”