For many women, make-up is their secret weapon.
It ramps up their look, gives them a boost of confidence and can add a little extra sass to their vibe. But sometimes, we get so hooked on it that the thought of going bare-faced seems like a no-go.
And that’s exactly what went down with one social media starlet. Body positivity babe Karina Irby, who’s all about flaunting her curves in skimpy swimwear, has confessed she had a tough time ditching the foundation and mascara.
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Back in the day, she wouldn’t dream of stepping out without make-up, but now she’s on a mission to celebrate her au naturel self. Opening up in a heartfelt post, she even dared to drop a picture without an ounce of make-up.
She bared it all for the snaps, and her followers are living for it. Karina’s a pro at making people feel good about themselves and sparking chats about body positivity.
Taking to Instagram, Karina penned: “Posting my most valuable self. I never the house without a full face of makeup. Buuuut I’m working on it. Being bare faced in public is more terrifying for me than showing off tummy roles and cellulite booty and thighs.
“Question… I’d LOVE to have skin needling done. DOES IT HURT? Will I be ok? *nervous giggle* Feedback greatly appreciated.”
(Image: karinairby/Instagram)
Over 4,000 fans have liked the post, with followers gushing over Karina’s “natural beauty” and praising her for her genuine vibe.
One admirer gushed: “Your face is actually perfect. You should not be afraid to leave the house without make-up!” Another fan was stunned, saying: “I didn’t even realise you weren’t wearing makeup. Gorgeous.”
A third chimed in: “I think you are brave, gorgeous and inspiring. Thankyou for your honest posts and beautiful energy and for what you are doing for female empowerment. I wish there was people like you when I was growing up.”
Meanwhile, a fourth shared their personal connection: “I really like your post because I have the same body a bit like you, but I am always insecure about it but because of your photos, I actually realize that there is no need to be insecure and that every body is beautiful in its own way.”
Karina’s revelation follows her bold move to showcase all her “imperfections” online, challenging the pressure to look “picture perfect” 24/7. In a raw video, she highlighted common features like cellulite, bloated bellies, tummy rolls and “giggling thighs.”
(Image: karinairby/Instagram)
She’s also previously got candid about the attention her legs draw in public, opening up about her insecurities from her tummy to her skin keeping it 100% real with her body talk.
Taking to Instagram, Karina got real about her body battles, confessing: “A carousel of my insecurities. My legs – People staring at my legs in public will never get easy and unnoticed. Tummy – As much as I appreciate it, I still find myself judging it the most. My face – My biggest insecurity. I’d love perfect glass skin.
“Anxiety – I don’t mind talking about it but dealing with it makes me feel my worst. Being a business owner – I have imposter syndrome everyday. Even though I look confident, I can show you lies.
“I hope by me sharing what my biggest insecurities are helps you feel less alone in yours.”
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