Known for her work as an actor and activist, as well as for playing Lily in AT&T ads, Milana Vayntrub recently showed a more vulnerable, unadorned side of herself, but not in the way one might anticipate. Milana decided to offer followers a more genuine and natural side of herself by going “bare” both visually and emotionally in a series of unprocessed, unedited images.

Milana posted unfiltered, glam-free photos of herself that showcase her attractiveness while sporting a basic, laid-back style with no makeup. The takeaway was unambiguous: acceptance, self-love, and honesty are far more potent than perfection. Her fans immediately applauded her for the refreshing realism, describing the images as “empowering,” “grounded,” and “stunning.”

In addition to her acting career, Milana is well-known for her advocacy work and open conversations about body image and mental health. Her choice to post such unfiltered photos only serves to highlight her position as an advocate for genuineness in the highly edited world of social media.

By going “bare,” Milana Vayntrub serves as a reminder that being at ease with oneself is more important than wearing makeup. She has never appeared more strong in that regard.