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10 Celebs Get Real About Their Acne

"I felt like such an outcast; when I spoke, it was with my hand covering my face."

by Christina Heiser | COMMENT

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Celebs: They really are just like us. Yep, it turns out that not every A-lister came crawling out of the womb with beyond-perfect skin. Some of the biggest names in Hollywood have dealt with their fair share of skin struggles, acne included. This isn't totally surprising when you think about, as the American Academy of Dermatology estimates that up to 50 million Americans deal with pimples on the reg. If you're one of the many mere mortals who've experienced breakouts, then you know how frustrating it can be to try to get things under control.

While stars could easily filter their selfies to blur out every last zit, some, like Mindy Kaling and Lorde, dare to show them off on Instagram, lamenting how majorly difficult it is to get clear skin, whether as a 30-something or a teen. Others, like Kendall Jenner and Emma Stone, have also 'fessed up about their acne (past and present) on social media and in interviews, and we applaud them for keeping it real. That's why we've rounded up 10 celebs who've spoken honestly about their breakouts. Keep reading to see what your favorite actresses, models and singers have to say about acne.

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