Real stories

Read or listen to real stories from people affected by visible difference, their parents and families, as well as Changing Faces staff and volunteers. Inspired to share your story? We’d love to hear it – share your story now.

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Campaigner Natalie who is mixed race and has vitiligo

Natalie on Black History Month

29 October 2021

Campaigner Natalie shares a video message with us for Black History Month 2021.

Jude on World Psoriasis Day

28 October 2021

Campaigner Jude reflects on the theme of lifestyle factors for Psoriasis Day 2021 and how this has impacted her self-confidence.

Gabby, a 17-year-old young white woman with shoulder length brown hair. She's standing outdoors in front of some trees and smiling at the camera.

Gabby’s story: “I am not defined by my skin condition”

27 October 2021

Gabby, aged 17, talks about her journey with rosacea and the importance of mental health support for young people with visible differences.

Shankar, who has vitiligo, wearing a white top and denim jacket. He is looking at the camera with a big smile. In the background are shelves with produce and a till.

Shankar’s story: “It takes time to embrace who you are”

25 June 2021

Our ambassador Shankar explains why he celebrates World Vitiligo Day, and how to find the right support for you.

Natalie, a woman with vitiligo. She has shoulder length brown hair and is wearing a white strappy top and staring towards the camera, with her hands near her collar bone.

Natalie’s story: “World Vitiligo Day and what it means to me”

17 June 2021

Our campaigner Natalie discusses her experiences with vitiligo, World Vitiligo Day and the importance of educating people about the condition.

Isabella’s story: “I’m no longer ruled by my acne”

31 March 2021

Acne has been a big part of Isabella’s life, but she now uses her experiences on social media to celebrate difference and to promote acceptance.

A woman wearing glasses and a bright yellow blazer holds a book and smiles to the right of the camera.

Marian’s story: “My scars tell a story”

26 November 2020

By showing her scars, Marian hopes to encourage people with visible differences to embrace their skin and love themselves.

A young woman with psoriasis against a pale background

Jude’s story: “Having a visible difference that changes over time”

3 November 2020

Having psoriasis, which can come and go, has meant Jude has had to go on more than one journey of self-acceptance.

A young woman with psoriasis lies on a blue pillow, smiling at the camera.

Aimee’s story: “Self-acceptance is the key”

28 October 2020

Sharing her experience of having psoriasis with her friends and online communities has helped Aimee embrace her skin and learn to love herself.

Portrait photos of Olu and Eleanor, Changing Faces campaigners

Eleanor and Olu share their views on new BBC 3 series, Skin

21 October 2020

The Changing Faces campaigners review the new show, which looks at young people with different skin conditions.

A young girl who has eczema wears a black coat and smiles at the camera. She is outside.

Sabira’s story: “The feeling of being understood overwhelmed me”

16 September 2020

Opening up helped Sabira feel more confident about her eczema and showed her the importance of discussing visible differences.

A black and white photo of Natalie who has vitiligo - Natalie poses with her hands to her face

Natalie on Vitiligo Awareness Month

24 June 2020

Changing Faces campaigner Natalie explains why Vitiligo Awareness Month is a chance to connect and celebrate visible difference.