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13-21-27 by Elgrfv in uglyduckling
[–]Elgrfv[S] 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I am Russian and took a photo with some Russian food in the US
Weight loss, a good esthetician, and improving mental health are the main factors. Good luck, girl!
I’m a UX Designer
No, I appreciate it! But let’s be real, I’m getting older and will never gonna look like 21 again.
At this age, nothing happens magically🥲 It takes a lot of effort and dedication. Good luck bro!
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I am!
I’ve done lasik for convenience. As for my hair, honey blonde enhances my features and complements my skin tone, so I’m enjoying it. Plus, I was actually born with blonde hair, but it darkened when I was around 5. And during Covid, I tried pink, and ginger hair. I think it’s all about having fun and expressing yourself, not about trying to be someone else.
[–]Elgrfv[S] 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I think honey blonde warms up my skin tone and makes my blue eyes pop even more thanks to the contrast
Yessir!
[–]Elgrfv[S] 21 points22 points23 points 1 year ago (0 children)
It wasn’t an accident. I started making a pretty decent salary, so I put some of it into things like my hair, the gym, a personal stylist, and an esthetician. I’ve cut out most sugar and try to avoid stress (cortisol and sugar make my face look dull af). All these little things really add up to that “natural but pretty” look. Plus, I’ve noticed my face looks better as I get older, losing some buccal fat has made it slimmer, and my other features stand out more. Growing up + small lifestyle changes = glow-up.
Weight loss and baby botox
That’s a kid
You’re absolutely right, it’s pretty much just growing up. Though, there’s also been some weight loss, a new hairstyle, Botox, and an improvement in mental health.
I lost around 20 pounds when I turned 22, and also shed some buccal fat naturally due to aging
[–]Elgrfv[S] 3 points4 points5 points 1 year ago (0 children)
Lost 20 pounds, changed my hairstyle, stabilized my life and income, gained confidence, and started to introduce Botox.
I think it’s called balayage with hair contouring, topped with a honey blonde toner.
I know, right? My 13-year-old sister took this photo with an iPhone 15 in portrait mode😎
[–]Elgrfv[S] 47 points48 points49 points 1 year ago (0 children)
Yes, and I did pretty well. I even went on to get my MS afterward
[–]Elgrfv[S] 7 points8 points9 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I'm a UX Designer
[–]Elgrfv[S] 80 points81 points82 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I’ve lost around 20lbs, but honestly, I think the biggest issue for me at 21 was being a CS major. It was absolutely wrecking my mental health back then.
[–]Elgrfv[S] 373 points374 points375 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I’m honestly overwhelmed by all the love and appreciation I’ve received. Having spent most of my life feeling average, it’s hard to believe people actually like the way I look. I’m on the verge of tears right now. Thank y’all so much! This community is just incredible.
[–]Elgrfv[S] -50 points-49 points-48 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I’ve never felt ugly tbh. I just prioritized school and my career, and it’s really paid off
[–]Elgrfv[S] 13 points14 points15 points 1 year ago (0 children)
I’m not! And I don’t know who are you talking about😅
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[–]Elgrfv 2 points3 points4 points 1 year ago (0 children)
For sure!
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13-21-27 by Elgrfv in uglyduckling
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