How I Got Over My Severe Cystic Acne - Why I'm Thankful I Struggled 🦋
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- Опубліковано 24 лис 2021
- Why I'm Thankful I Struggled With Severe Acne
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You are so wonderful! Thank you for sharing your story!
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Honestly it broke my heart to hear your story but also it is THE MOST INSPIRING THING EVER. It takes someone extraordinary to be so mature to look from this perspective for such traumatic experience and grow so much from it. I remembered your acne covering video and I am so happy watching you now- this strong passionate woman who is not trying so hard to please everyone and pretend somebody that she is not like that Little insecure and unhappy girl you once were. Love you so so much!
Please help me Miss, I am suffering from a severe acne. And now I'm currently using Cetaphil. Do you think it's effective? I hope you will see this comment.
Oh Cassandra! You made me cry, you made me think of many things I try not to think about... Thank you! For sharing something so deeply painful yet so incredibly inspiring! I hope you continue your wonderful journey with all the success you deserve! 🤗🤗🤗
I feel like most of the problem was never your acne, it was the doctors and the awful bullying. We are the same age and I had severe cystic acne in high school too, way worse than yours actually, but no one ever bullied me like this. I got comments that were uneducated but it was never that bad. The bullying culture in the US seems to be so awful. Im so sorry :(
Yeah, absolutely. And the harmful words and attitudes the various adults said/had. If the kids were bullying, ok, that's awful. But what if Cassandra had had one or two absolutely incredible role model adults who popped into her life and said just the right thing at just the right time(s). It could have changed her inner dialogue altogether at such a vulnerable and important moment. We all make an impact in this life. Let's all take care to remember that.
Not to get too woo woo, but I can absolutely attest to how my own emotional state beyond just extreme stress contributes to my cystic acne. My most telling experience for how my skin was so directly related to my emotions came in my early 20s when I was in a really emotionally abusive relationship and dealing with serious financial stress. I started to break out in hives. Within less than a week of breaking up with that person said hives totally vanished even after we ruled out detergents and other stuff.
I'll never forget seeing your "how to cover your acne" make up video, and at the time I was dealing with very severe acne and thought I was the only one (mind you, I was around 15-16) and YOU made me feel so seen! Finally, I see someone who looks like me! My dearest Cassandra, your impact on the lives of so many acne sufferers is a gift. I'm proud to say that today, at 28 years old, my skin is doing well and isn't breaking out as much as it used to and its thanks to you! Not just for showing us products, but for being so honest, raw, and brave on this channel which eventually gave me to courage to stop wearing make up altogether 5 years ago because my skin was so bad. I love you, from the bottom of my heart, and I am so so so proud of you and your journey. Thank you for EVERYTHING!!❤❤❤
This comment!!! ❤️👏🏻
That video holds iconic status, literally.
I concur. I was 18 and had cystic acne. No one else around me struggled with what I did. I saw Cassandra and I felt like there were others out there. Thank you for being the beginning of the acne community and for helping us all. Mine has got a lot better over the years; I am 34 now and may forever remain acne-prone but it is manageable now. And the breakouts are further and farther between. Thank you for being a ray of light. x
There are so many people who are learning their skin and body, and how to take care of it because of you Cassandra. You are a beautiful person inside and out, and you are an idol to myself and many others! Thank you for making me a skintellectual, and inspiring me to do something I care about! ❤
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I agree, i used to know nothing about skincare and Cassandra’s story and knowledge actually makes me wanna be a dermatologist!! I also wanna be a makeup artist, because i love art 🥰
Couldn’t of said it better myself. And I would of been your best friend. No doubt.
This is breaking my heart. I’m sorry you had to go through all that, especially the way other people treated you.
My mom showed me your acne video with makeup to help me out with my severe depression. I stopped visiting her and was struggling in my school. I had bad acne during high school, complete with the bullying, and in my adult years it exploded with painful cysts that made it hurt when I smiled. This whole video hit me straight in the gut. My dermatologist just wrote prescriptions that made me sick. Now, she sees me and asks how my skin got so much better. I tell her it was you. I even feel okay with my scars because of you. You helped a lot of people, I’m just sorry you went through this. You and every person that’s gone/going through this aren’t alone.
This, is what I call being brave.
Kids can really be cruel can't they, thankfully I was never bullied for acne (looking back it's pretty weird cause I would have expected some people to) and never saw anyone get bullied for it, not even if it was very severe. But it was the adults who would comment, on my acne, on my weight, and that did leave an impact on my mental health. It's still not perfect, I still sometimes avoid social events if my skin is not at it's best that day, the journey has been long, but I am on the right path to leaving all that behind. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
This….
As a teenager the adults would make these comments more than kids. I remember complaining to my mom that her friend would comment on my appearance and diet (not in a creepy way) and made me feel very bad. Her excuse - they are just trying to help - made me feel so alone. She was basically agreeing with them, and it felt like my acne and body shape was somehow my fault.. you have acne because you don’t wash your face enough, your breasts are so large because you eat too much, etc.
Years of antibiotics and pimple extractions later, I still haven’t stopped having breakouts but the biggest issue now is the scars that all the extractions left behind. I am in my 50s and still get pimples, not as much as before but it still happens, I am just better equipped dealing with them both mentally and how to treat them.
In terms of body image, I blame all these ‘helpful adults’ for my obesity. I was 14 and had a size DDD breast and that somehow made me fat ( I was 5 foot 7 and weight 140lbs). Starting crash dieting at 14 turned me into diabetic and binge eater. Still struggling with this.
So adults and parents, STOP with your ‘helpful’ comments, acne and fat shaming…. It’s you who has the problem, not the people you are commenting on.
If your child asks how they look - feel free to comment on style of outfit, lipstick color, eyeshadow application, etc. Do not comment on how well foundation covers the pimples, or highlighter emphasises the blemishes. Talk about how a eyeshadow brings out the color of their eyes or lipstick goes well with hair color.
Don’t say that the jeans make their ass look big…talk about how a shirt highlights their beautiful shoulders and pants make their legs look long.
And if you are unable to come up with anything nice (and I would question why?), don’t say anything at all.
I never comment on any UA-cam video but this one just touched my heart in a different way. I don’t know if you’ll ever read this but I was there. I was there when your first cover acne with makeup video came out because a friend sent it to me, a “friend” who felt disgusted by my face and thought that content will be useful to me. I’ve been there through all your videos and phases walking along side with you because I felt the same way. I’ve struggled with acne for about 18 years now and my skin healed around the same time yours did and I feel your successes are my successes and I know will probably never meet and it’s kinda dumb that I’m crying as writing this but I just want you to know you have a friend in me, a friend you don’t even know but will always be there for you. THANK YOU, thank you for all this years of content, of making me feel like I wasn’t the only one feeling like this. Thank you for being you.
What your photography teacher said about the "bumps on your face"... My dad speaks like that. Pointing out the obvious without any filter or even apology. He's a father of 4 daughters and yet still hasn't learned. 😞
The amount of bullying you endured 😞💔 So many adults failing you. 😭 This was probably your hardest video to do. I'm so sorry you went through all of that.
I love you Cassandra for everything you do. ❤️☺️🤗🤗🤗🤗
I am currently going through a hard time because my acne really affects my self confidence. Sadly, though people around me point out at my acne which has “ruined” my face, they literally laugh and find it funny when I try to treat them. I can’t currently afford ANY kind of products while spending for my studies. But your story motivates me Cassandra.
Hopefully I’ll be able to have clear skin one day🥺♥️
Progress over perfection 🤗
You are beautiful! Stay strong and keep your focus! God bless you 🙏🏼 you got this! 💜
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Thank youuu♥️🥺
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You are a stunning person inside and out. I’m heartbroken that you endured that kind of bullying and abuse growing up, but selfishly I’m also glad that it turned you into the incredible skincare role model that you are today, because without you I would never have had the courage, skills or intellect to deal with my own acne and skin concerns. I think I speak for everyone watching this video when I say, thank you Cass ♥️.
Oh i sobbed through most of that, you're such a beautiful person and so incredibly strong. I'm in awe at how you've grown and use that experience to help everyone. I so want to hug you 💜
Oh, Cassandra. Your story made me cry and I'd like to give you a hug (if you want one). People can be so mean and I don't think I would have survived your life. I've suffered from insecurities with my body and would always hide if someone pointed out something they considered off putting. People need to learn how what they say affects others. Much love to you.
Sometimes I think like that… because if my skin was perfect i would never know that i need to use SPF, ACIDS,RETINOL,MOISTERIZER, MASKS…
because when you have perfect skin you always think “oh i dont need anything, I will ruin my skin with products”🤷🏻♀️
I want to personally thank you Cassandra. Not only for being a big sister to all of us, for supporting us with our skin.. But for speaking up about mental health and for the fact that when you ask for help, you get it. I love you so much, your videos have taught me all I know about skincare and skin biology.Greetings from a little country in the middle of Europe, Slovakia ❤️
Thank you for being you so that everyone can see it. You've had, single-handedly, the biggest impact on my acne journey and I wish I could give you a hug! I'm so grateful for your videos and encouragement. Thank you!
i’m so grateful that when i was twelve in like 2011 going on youtube for the first time to look up “how to cover up a pimple” you were the first channel i found and followed. you were like a virtual big sister to me and reminded me of the older girls in girl scouts because you were authentic and one of the only role models i had who was valued independent of their appearance. with how many beauty youtubers there were then, i feel so lucky that i happened to find you first to teach me about makeup instead of someone with clear skin who i would compare myself to. thank you for getting me through some very lonely years
you helped me sooo much with understanding and acceptance of my skin…. i’m so in love with you, with your care, with your desire to help us, people who can’t look in the mirror without tears and hate. i’m so thankful darling. thank you for all what you have done and said and made. xoxo
I never had acne, but I have ichthyosis vulgaris, which is scaly skin on my legs. So I can relate to this video. I never wore a dress. If I did I wore stockings. I got the worst bullying from boys. It carried on even at the workplace . When I was pregnant with my daughter I was scared she would go through the same. Now I’m in my 30s and I don’t care. I’m confident in my skin. Yes I still get wierd looks, still have no friends, but I’m happy and blessed and find fulfilment in motherhood.
You changed my life Cassandra Bankson. Thankyou so much for being the one person I could come home to as a teenager and not feel alone.. and for STILL being here! I absolutely love you.
Thank you for opening up, your story is very empowering!
I was an acne sufferer in my teenage years and your videos made me realize I am part of a powerful community ❤️🥰
I hope and know that you can empower yourself and others and I am very grateful for your impact
Please keep up with the videos, they are amazing! ✨
xxx
You are a really strong woman, who never stops growing, you went through a lot... There is no easy fight, the bad memories may come back and hurt sometimes again but never forget how many people you have helped with your videos and how much we all love you, the way you inspire us to love ourselves and grow is unique and you are a beautiful creature inside and out. Sending you lot of love.
What an amazingly beautiful, compassionate, and brave soul you have. I can deeply empathize with a lot of what you shared and have gone through quite a few similar things myself. I've always respected and appreciated your honesty and openess about your struggles with your skin and self image. Thank you for allowing us into your world and for opening your heart and arms to form this community
I’m so sorry you had to go through all that Cassy but look at you now!!!You have no idea how much positive influence you’ve brought into our lives.Knowing that you’re not alone fighting acne really helps.Thank you so much ❤️
I love u Cassie! I’m glad I had acne too because it made me a more compassionate person. I don’t judge people for the exterior because it’s the inside that really matters. I believe that everything happens for a reason and I believe in God. He doesn’t make mistakes. My mother in law died of brain cancer this Summer and I’m in nursing school and I also took care of her. Watching her go through that was the single hardest thing I’ve ever done. In the end it taught me that the kind of nurse I want to be is a compassionate one and it made me work harder to achieve my goal.❤️You are amazing Cassie ❤️
The photos of you as a kid are so cute. You’re stunningly beautiful then and now! So sorry you had to go through that. I’m also glad it sounds like you’ve used this painful season of life to connect with others and help as many people as possible.
I just love your message you’re putting out here! I’m still struggling with acne now the scars that it leaves to our skin…i just love you saying that we can love ourselves now while we still have acne until it will fade away and how we look right now will not stop us from doing great in this world.
Thank you for sharing your journey/struggles Cassandra 💓🦋💓🦋, I know this is beyond difficult. Your rawness helps people see reality and feel less alone. You are successful AND have trauma, and it's refreshing to see you grow and be honest! I'm proud of you and your healing journey!
You are such a beautiful, strong, dynamic, intelligent, warm lady! Keep brightening up our world!
OMG, I can't stop crying now
I love you for what you do and I'm very grateful for the support you've given me and everyone who struggles with acne)
I am happy for you learning so much about yourself over the years and acknowledging mistakes and self reflecting on your good and bad from your past!
I’ve been watching you since I was in high school and I’m 25 now. It’s amazing how much you grew over the years and it’s so inspiring. My struggle with acne and body dysmorphia has been absolute hell at times. But you felt like a big sister to me. I’ve learned so much from you, not only on how to clear my skin but also how it’s possible to love myself as I am. You are such a beautiful soul ♥️
We are proud of you. I hope you’re proud of yourself too. This video must have taken lots of strength, you’re such a role model. A big hug 💕
Crying … Love you Cassandra. No words… just yes… we get up and keep going queen!!! Now put those high heels on and let’s go out strutting and show the world what we are made of. That we can fight and stand for what we are!!!! Much Love!!!!
I cannot understand you more!!! Give you tons of hugs!!! I am learning to live with acne in my whole life . Acne made me love skincare and makeup. Internet saves my life, I don't need to communicate with people face-to-face, no more bully. Maybe someday I will love myself. It just takes time. Love you so much.
Cassandra, I'm so admired by your story! You are such a strong person! I am so happy that you didn't give up and got over it and now share with us so much useful information. I enjoy your channel so much. Wishing you all the best!
So many parts of your story sound like my own. I recently found your channel and I’m enjoying it very much. Thank you for sharing your authentic self with us and giving hope to those still dealing with acne and all that comes with it. ❤️
Thank you for being so open, I knew of a kid who took his life because of bullying from acne. I struggled also from bad acne and still do. Have the people who bullied you ever apologized years later?
Thank you for sharing your story and your words of wisdom "Turn pain into Passion"
I can relate with almost everything and getting therapy helped but therapists are also like skincare products some just don't suit you. I'm glad you found social support here and I'm glad I found you💜
Hi Cassandra, I have only recently discovered you on 'the tube' and I have to say, not only are you a breath of fresh air, but an amazingly frank, honest and extremely knowledgeable person. I have thoroughly enjoyed binge-watching your videos (and I am, I hope, a very youthful 51yr old woman!!). I have bought many of the products you have recommended and my skin has never looked better - thank you. This video is extremely brave and you were completely vulnerable and open, and whilst you may have found this very difficult, please know that your honesty will have resonated with 100s of your 'butterflies' and will have helped them immeasurably. Thank you.
learning about our skin and bodies are incredibly difficult. i feel like i’m learning something new every day, especially from your videos. i’ve also been struggling with an eating disorder for the past 13 years… i’ve found through my fiancé kevin that talking about it helps so much. it’s helped me be open about it and aware of it. even on my darkest days, your videos bring me so much joy and happiness. i love how much you opened up in this video and understand how difficult that must have been. so thank you. thank you for being honest, transparent, and for being you. i love you and can’t wait to see you in the next video, dear 🤍
I used to watch your acne videos when I was in high school struggling with acne myself. I’m so proud of how far you’ve come. It’s amazing to see. You are such a strong person. Much much love.
Cassandra. Thank you for sharing your story.
I share a lot of your pain.
I’m so sorry you’ve gone through all of this.
Acne is horrible, misunderstood by many, and certainly takes a toll in every way.
I love you. And I so appreciate your story, as I went through a lot of the pain you’ve experienced- that was never understood by those around me.
Thank you so much for sharing this! I remember jumping on an Instagram live stream with you earlier this year, I remembered thinking, wow, she meets so many people: how does she make every person that she speaks to feel so special? Thank you for being so genuine and authentic, for valuing and affirming our own individual struggles, and for encouraging us to be our best selves.
You do so much more than provide a grateful community with honest skincare and help. You really go above and beyond to help us love ourselves. That's so important and nobody teaches it. I can't express how much I appreciate you. Pretty quiet observer, but your story had me in tears. So much of what you've felt I can't believe because I thought I was the only one who could possibly feel like that. Thank you, thank you, thank you. More than the skin advice (which I adore, you're the only help I've ever had in treating my skin (and myself) well), I love your messaging and your honest love for the people in this community. It's beautiful, you're beautiful inside and out.
This truly was a heartfelt and warming video. Thank you for discussing your acne and mental health journey, and trusting us with this deep knowledge. You have truly given me hope and belief for my skin to heal, and you are an amazing inspiration to us all.
My skin has never been better, thanks to you. You’ve helped so many people so much thank you so fucking much for being here and being you
You've made me cry both times with your reminiscing (your ten-years-ago-review video and this one now). I feel you. And it's very post-facto but you're not alone and you haven't been. Retrospect is the best gift.
You are giving so much strength and body positivity out there. Those of ua who has gone through some worst things in life. It really helps us connect with others who have gone through the same. ❤️
Your good karma and amazing 🤩 inner self confidence healed your acne and your profession. I’m glad you’re so happy in your videos because you deserve it after struggling for so many years. And true struggle makes us the strongest and most thankful individuals to exist. Love you girl
You are my hero! Thank you for sharing so much of your personal journey with us. I think anyone who struggles with acne, it helps to know you're not alone. How I wish I had a Cassandra in mylife when I was 14. I still struggle with skin picking . I'm 46, now.
I’m so sorry you had to go through this and is still suffering. Big, huge hugs to you!
Oh no, I spent the entire video crying, we absolutely love you so much. I wish I could’ve found your channel when I was a teenager, I just can’t imagine how many kids are being helped right now by your videos, you are an angel❤️
Most powerful statement ever “love yourself now!” I know so much about waiting for a time when I was worthy of loving and feel important ❤
Thank you for being so vulnerable and sorry you had to go through that , heartbreaking:(
You are a strong woman. People can be cruel at any age. Keep doing you, because you are helping others. Love and hugs
Amazing. Just Amazing. This left me speechless from the realness and vulnerability and the passion.
I am so glad I found this channel recently, not just for the skin care tips, but for your personality, maturity, honesty, and genuineness.
You are so inspiring. Being bullied as a kid can leave u feeling hopeless. I was bullied. Even though it was for different reasons, I connected to your pain through similar things I experienced. I love that you shared how hard it was to build healthy relationships. People sometimes overlook that. Your beautiful personality shines through in your videos and you make my day brighter every single time I watch a new video. Sending love and good vibes your way!
I’m so sorry that you had to gone through all of that as a child and through your adult life too . Girl , I look at you as one of the most kind , caring,intelligent and beautiful person. You have helped me with so much and I trust you . Thanks so much, your awesome
🥺🥺🥺❤️ you are loved! People never understand how skin affects us. Thank you so much for sharing
Cassandra - sending you all my love. I love how you are able to share your journey with us and how you promote skin positivity. Thank you for your great content. Keep making those reaction to celebrity skin care routine videos - they are hysterical! 💞
Thank you for sharing this. 💛 I love how you mentioned the importance of being happy in the moment, rather than saying "I'll be happen when...". That is something I am currently working on now. I'm so sorry you went through all of this pain. I can't even imagine. You are a very strong person. 💙
Almost cried watching this. You are not alone and I admire you for opening up about your journey.
This video makes me so proud! You have come soo far since the first day you took off your makeup on camera. You have no idea how much your journey has inspired others. Ecspecially me because I also have severe cystic acne! I have watched your channel ever since that video years ago ❤️
I was on the verge of crying the whole time watching the video. I feel your struggle and I thank you for sharing your emotions with me. I felt similar in some ways and it's really helpful to see you being there and me being somewhere in my progress of taking care of my skin.
You are so strong! I am so glad you kept going and made it through those tough years. Your story is empowering!!!! Thank you!💜💜💜💜💜
You’re so beautiful, Cassandra! Thank you for being an inspiration to a lot of people. We need more influencers like you! 🥰
Oh my god, you are incredible! To be so vulnerable and talk about the things you’ve felt shame about. This is the most powerful video I’ve ever seen.
Just discussing your evolution.
Thank you so much for your honesty.
I’m 52yrs old, and you are my go-to for skin serums, layering, etc. I love it. I still have lines but gee you make skin pampering feel fun and luxe without killing the budget.
I have a 15yr old son who is starting to get acne. I think he’s been overdoing the protein intake (he’s into body building). I just made us all veggie juice.
We all need to have balance in our lives. The human body is such an extraordinary complex mechanism, and vehicle for our spiritual selves.
I listen to your advice to help him understand things he can do - cleanse, moisturise - to keep his skin in balance. And we’ll up the fruits and veggies too.
Anyway I appreciate you.
Not only are you allowing people with acne or any skin challenges or self perceptions to feel cared for. Talking about skin becoming your passion will open others up to looking at things that seem to be their weakness. Maybe for many others their difficulty will also become their purpose in life.
Seriously on so many levels you are a wonderful influence on others.
Thank you.
I send big love to you x
Cassandra, because of you I learned to take care of my skin and because of you I learned to manage my cystic acne! I was so insecure and felt tremendously uncomfortable in my skin and now I feel good and beautiful again, even when I break out again. You are truly inspiring. Thank you!
What a powerful story. I am sure you are a special young woman and that you will continue to build a future full of meaning and purpose for your life. Thank you!
Hey, Cassandra, I just want to say in here how strong personality you have created and how powerful your soul has been and it is.
I feel so thankful, for withdrawing from your knowledge, which arised from your struggles and makes every advise, you openly speak out loud and clear, important and fundamental. I empathize your life's journey!
You are a great Cyst-er in my heart , who builds up my brain with knowledge and my spirit with courage.
I am proud for you and all the struggles you converted into passion.
I started watching you when I was 14 struggling with my first acne. And now I'm 20 and still watching you. You helped me so much with understanding how my skin works, I learned to love myself with acne and without. Listening now your story makes me cry because of how similar I felt in my school. You are so beautiful and smart and I'm very thankful and proud of you
I feel sorry for the pain you have gone through, but I am more thankful for you being yourself now. You are inspiring.
Thank you for sharing your story with us. It must be quite painful reliving it all but the people who you are helping here may make you feel better. I'm still dealing with CYSTIC ACNE 52 and don't say (WHY ME?) anymore. I never give up and it's people like you that give me courage to keep moving forward 🙏
Cassandra! I have been following you for a few months and can’t believe that I am just seeing this! You are so strong and yes people who have gone through trauma would be able to feel the quiver in your voice and hold back their own choked throat!
I hope you achieve everything you desire 💕
I want you to know that you are such a strong person.
I am currently suffering from acne and you are my comfort person, you inspire me to be strong in my acne journey, to learn, to keep on trying and trying all over again until I have a good skin.
I'm sorry that you experienced this and went through so much because of your acne.
You are an inspiration, Cassandra.
Thank you, I love you.
I’m so thankful I found you years ago. I didn’t realize how much I resonate with your story.
Bless you ❤
Thank you for sharing this! You are truly beautiful no matter if you have acne or not. Your spark is contagious. You are funny and so witty. I have learned so much from your videos and I’m so appreciative of your presence and service to us on UA-cam. I hope so lu know you are valued by so many. Much love Cassandra 💗
I don’t know how to express this in words. You’ve been through so much and you’ve grown into such a *meow* great person and I’m glad to have found you on UA-cam.
Oh my gosh, I welled up when you said that you tried to clothe yourself in value. My heart!
Yes, you have VALUE! You don't have just 1 purpose in life. You have several and I believe you are realizing what those are. You are an amazing young woman! I am sending you a big hug from Houston, Texas.
Wow, I really appreciate the guts it took to be vulnerable and share your experience. It must have been so hard to shoot this video. I can see the pain, and pain knows pain. But there's also so much strength and I hope young people see this and get inspired.😍
Cassandra I'm so sorry you went through all this, but I love that you share it and are a great human being. You are a very special person and this video will help a lot of young & adults peolle being bullied. God bless you.
You deserve everything the world has to offer and please never forget that you are worthy of love and a healthy life. I am grateful to have you here on earth and you have helped us all.
We love you Cassie❤️❤️❤️
I am astounded by your strength talking about this and putting it all out there. The strength it takes to realize struggle can be opportunity for growth is imense. Thank you for your constant amazing contribution to this world
Thank you so much for this video. I've dealt with so many issues with my physical health (including acne and skin issues) and though I'm grateful for some of the positive lessons that I've learned, those lessons don't take away the pain of being bullied and feeling less than. Most days it is so overwhelming to deal with even if may one day serve a greater purpose in helping someone else. This video helped me feel less alone.
Ugh, I feel such a huge bond with you both for the Argentinian blood and all the struggles with our skin. Same story, and I just admire your strength, vulnerability and empathy. Thank you for sharing!
I resonate so muchhh with your story. I found you first when I was in middle school and I looked up how to cover acne with makeup and found your channel. I’m sooo happy you’re thriving now and I’m happy I am too ❤️
Hi Cassandra, I just can say thank you for this video
It is not just the acne, it is all the things we didn't do because of it. It's hard not to regreat it, not to think who I would be if I hadn't had acne... the studies, the relationships, the missed experiences...
You are great!
Big hug from Spain
Very brave and moving. I still have acne in my 30s and developed it very young as you did and was also bullied for it. Sorry you suffered so much, but you’re right these hardships shape us, thank you for sharing. ❤️
i’m blubbering!!
cassandra i followed you way back in the 20neolithic era when you released That makeup video, and i’ve followed you along for the ride four years of age behind - i’m now 25 and it’s you i attribute the fact that i’m standing in my bathroom looking at 95% clear skin for the first year since i was 12-13 years older. it has ALL been you.
am i grateful you suffered? no. of course not. but i am eternally grateful that you were strong enough to learn to love yourself despite everything stacking against you, and then showing that to all of us in the way you share what you have learned in an accessible format for the entire world. it’s in the way you show us that even with skin conditions and hair loss and chronic conditions that you still work every day towards your own well-being.
and for that. for that i cannot begin to describe your value to me.
so i am going to continue playing every video while i shower and incest in good products instead of whatever is on sale, apply spf like a mf, and care for my skin too. a gentle holiday to you 💕
You are such a beautiful soul and woman. Your video honesty is beyond words and as a mom I am so proud of your truth, I am proud of your journey where you recognize your struggles, and proud of you for recognizing where you need support. This video will help people who are experiencing the same things and feel alone. As a woman who has lived life, experienced struggles, and then finally understood where those struggles made me the woman I am today, I want to say that you are so beautiful on the inside, you are so worthy of the heart space you hold, and you are a gift to those who have found this channel. You will touch so many people by sharing.
Hi Cassandra, just found your channel today and subscribed. Just wanted to tell you that you are SMART, you are BRAVE, you are STRONG and you are SO BEAUTIFUL. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I am a middle aged woman who is seeing a dermatologist for rosacea and cystic acne and your videos resonate with me so much. I work in a highly corporate environment and I find it hard to feel confident and look professional when I have a breakout. You are amazing.
I’ve literally never cried so much with a UA-cam video. I am so amazed at the person you have become 🥺🖤
I discovered your chanel yesterday and have watched 3-4 of your videos and I want to say how proud I am of you for bearing through all the bullying and having such a rough childhood, you're strong and you're so beautiful inside out and you're so smart giving logical explanations for your opinions on stuff you review and I admire all that, it feels so good to watch your videos and you have actually earned my trust, I'm a doctor and I trust your views on the skincare stuff ❤
Dear Cassandra I have been following you since many years and you are one of my absolute favourite channels. You are kind, honest and just fun. You have taught me so much about skincare it is insane. I wanted to thank you for this video as I can imagine this must have been so hard to open up about all these things and kind of re-live the really traumatic experiences. Thank you so much for sharing your story here. It is truly inspiring. I don´t know what was wrong with teachers but I remember also been treated the same way when I opened up about some issues in school. I am very proud of you how far you have come and I am excited to keep watching you rise. Sending you much love from Germany. You are a wonderful girl and thank you again for all of your hard work here xxx
Strong, beautiful Cassandra. Your videos are about the only thing that helps me right now. I'm waiting for psychological help, have been in the process since last summer, while also battling severe acne. In many ways our stories are similar. Thank you, you deserve the world.
Cassandra, I’m obsessed with your videos bc I’ve dealt with acne my whole life. I’m now 44 and still on 3 topical prescriptions, have been through accutane 3x over the years, and now am pre-menopausal 🤦🏼♀️ You have been such an influence over the years! Every single spf I’ve tried breaks me out, any new skincare I try is always a risk 😩 I always search your videos for recommendations on everything. Thank you for vulnerability and your giving back to those who need you! 😘 🦋