- Justin Bieber recently posted a video to his Instagram story with the caption "pimples are in."
- In the video, the "Love Yourself" singer casually points to the blemishes on his forehead.
- Fans applauded the post — and some even reminded us that this isn't the first time Bieber has been candid about acne.
Justin Bieber can be a polarizing celebrity. Whether he's canoodling with on-again-off-again girlfriend Selena Gomez or botching the words to his own song, everyone has an opinion about the young star. But when it comes to acne, Bieber is as relatable and unifying as anyone.
The "Love Yourself" hitmaker recently posted a video to his Instagram story with the caption "pimples are in." In the video, he casually points to the blemishes on his forehead and shows off his so-called imperfect skin.
Bieber's fans flocked to social media to praise him for his honesty (and, as Beliebers tend to do, his good looks).
Bitch I LOVE THOSE PIMPLES and this is the most handsome man I've ever seen in my entire life @justinbieber#JFCJustinBieberpic.twitter.com/v99KJwDkJM
— Dr.Bieber♡💕 (@imherefor_jb) March 22, 2018
i can't believe @justinbieber and i both heavily address our adult acne on our finstas, he's just like us guys pic.twitter.com/Y3q8IxGys1
— megcoin (@meggyanand) March 22, 2018
Many praised Bieber for declaring pimples "trendy" and vowed to follow his example.
If Justin Bieber says that pimples are in then pimples are in pic.twitter.com/cVnOJ06iut
— elin (@FestiveBieber) March 22, 2018
if Justin Bieber says pimples are in then pimples r FUCKIN in bitch catch me out here sporting my cystic acne 👏👏 https://t.co/cxNkPXCk1U
— babycakes (@byejenbye) March 23, 2018
For others, the video reminded them of another time when Bieber was candid about his uneven skin. During a performance, he changed the lyrics to his classic song "Baby" by singing, "I got a pimple, it's on my forehead. Can you see it? I tried to cover it."
"I got a Pimple, its on my forhead! Can you see it? I tried to cover it"#Belieber#JustinBieber@justinbieberpic.twitter.com/XTqZPWUHME
— Melissa (@MelsConcertLife) March 22, 2018
I GOT A PIMPLE ON MY FOREHEAD
— baby (@mygirlari_) March 21, 2018
CAN YOU SEE IT I TRIED TO COVER IT
Alright just kidding
The he starts to sing the actual lyrics with his beautiful voice
LOVE HIM SO MUCH @justinbieber#JFCJustinBieberpic.twitter.com/iEpEGFzCR7
Of course, not everyone was impressed by Bieber's acne embrace. Some criticized the singer for his appearance, while others seemed offended by the post.
Thoughts when watching @justinbieber insta stories: #1. He needs to shave #2 he needs an acne medicine and #3 he desperately needs an eyebrow waxing.
— Emily☀Martin (@Emily_EMartin) March 22, 2018
Justin Bieber says acne is "in" and as a kid who battled skin issues throughout high school and college, I'm infuriated.
— Zachary Downes (@TheZachDownes) March 23, 2018
The video may be an indirect way of addressing his appearance at the premiere of "Midnight Sun" last week. Bieber walked the red carpet with a shaggy haircut and visible acne on his forehead. Many people were quick to judge and post negative comments on Twitter — but Bieber's fans defended him with the reminder that acne is a common struggle that can make anyone self-conscious.
Justin Bieber and Patrick Schwarzenegger attending the Midnight Sun premiere in Hollywood, California. pic.twitter.com/OWYqNKNvh2
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) March 16, 2018
Justin Bieber has horrible skin now what’s going on he is legit rich. I can spot his acne from my house
— alice (@taylorlied) March 17, 2018
Justin has acne and then what?Everybody has it and it doesn’t matter if he’s famous or not.
— Mafs (@dualovedemi) March 16, 2018
Does anyone in replies realise that acne is also a result of hormonal changes or stress and not just because your skin is unhealthy? And acne products don't work well if its a hormonal thing. Y'all act as if y'all have the clearest skin ffs pic.twitter.com/JsYvSx6krm
— shan 🌹 (@yoncebiebers_) March 16, 2018
As someone who deals with acne, it's actually very comforting & reassuring to see that my fave also struggles with this shit but what sucks is seeing mean comments about him looking ugly bc of it on my timeline. Acne makes you very self-conscious, even if you're Justin Bieber.
— ♛ (@maishathefirst) March 20, 2018
The video response may seem insignificant to many, but it's refreshing to watch an influential singer remind almost 100 million followers that acne is normal and sometimes pimples are unavoidable — even for celebrities.
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