An Honest Conversation About Acne
Trigger Warning: This article contains discussions of mental health and body image that some readers may find difficult.
This raw and unfiltered interview explores the mental health impact of living with acne through an honest conversation with Suvini Edirisinghe. Moving beyond surface-level discussions about skincare routines, this piece delves into the reality of cancelled plans, mirror anxiety, and the constant pressure to have perfect skin. Suvini answers hard-hitting questions about self-image, social media comparisons, and the emotional weight of living in a world obsessed with flawless appearance. Paired with unfiltered portrait photography, this interview creates space for a conversation that's rarely had publicly: acne isn't just a cosmetic issue, it's a mental health challenge that deserves to be acknowledged honestly. No filters, no retouching, just an honest conversation.
Interviewed by: PUSHI THADHANI
Assisted by: RHYS TRIMBLE / LUCIE WILLIAMSNOVA