TikToker's Honest Plea: Quitting Beauty Filters for Mental Health

Social Media's Impact on Self-Image: One Woman's Journey to Authenticity In a candid TikTok video, Mallory Brooks, an apparel educator from the US, shared her decision to quit using beauty filters. This decision followed a period of postpartum depression and severe acne, which she says was exacerbated by the unrealistic beauty standards on social media. "I've been absolutely bombarded by comments last week of people stating that it's insane for me to criticize anybody when I clearly hate myself using the filter," Brooks said in her video. The video, which has gained significant traction, shows the stark contrast between her filtered and unfiltered appearances. Brooks's raw honesty and vulnerability have struck a chord with many viewers, sparking a discussion about the psychological effects of constantly comparing oneself to filtered images. Her story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of self-acceptance and the need for more realistic representations of beauty online.