Filters might rule the feeds, but authenticity is having its main-character moment. With a knack for breaking myths and turning insecurities into strengths, content creator Prableen is on a mission to normalise imperfection and her journey of embracing her skin, body, and the challenges of living with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is both inspiring and deeply relatable.
Beautiful Without a Filter
When asked about her dream billboard promoting skin positivity, Prableen’s vision is bold and refreshing. “I’d put a close-up of a face with acne, texture, scars, and wrinkles—paired with a beautiful smile. And, of course, it’d be filter-free,” she says with conviction. Prableen believes that people need to see real skin to normalise it. “We’ve been fed photoshopped, blurred skin for decades. That’s why we think it’s the norm. It’s not. Skin with or without makeup is beautiful.”
Having met celebrities in person, Prableen quickly debunked the myth of perfect skin. “Even the people you see on magazine covers have acne, texture, and open pores. It’s just hidden behind editing.” For Prableen, this realisation was transformative. “Seeing their real skin made me feel normal and gave me the confidence to accept myself. There is no perfect skin because beauty lies in imperfection—that’s the ultimate truth.” Her authenticity shines through in her content, where she champions the idea that real beauty isn’t about flawless skin but about owning your flaws unapologetically.
Life with PCOS
Living with PCOS is no cakewalk, especially when it comes to acne and hormonal imbalances. “It’s like being stuck in a vicious cycle—the more you stress, the worse your symptoms get. And the worse your symptoms, the more you stress,” Prableen admits. But her breakthrough moment came when she decided to flip the narrative. “The biggest shift happened when I started speaking positively to myself. I’d look in the mirror and say, ‘You’re beautiful. You’re worthy. Your acne is normal.’ And you know what? It worked. Confidence starts from within.” Her advice to those struggling with PCOS or skin issues is to be your own cheerleader. It’s hard, but self-love is everything.
#NoFilterWithPKB
Prableen’s defining moment came at her first influencer event. “I was so excited, but the first thing someone said to me was how bad my skin looked. Right to my face. I was devastated.” But what could’ve been a crushing experience became her turning point. “I rushed out, cried in my car, and then decided—enough is enough. That’s when I posted my first no-filter picture, showing my skin exactly as it was. That moment was liberating.” The response was overwhelming, sparking a conversation about skin positivity that had been missing. “People were talking about body positivity, but no one was addressing skin positivity. That’s where my community started growing.”
All About Body-Positivity
If Prableen were to launch a body-positive fashion trend, it would be called Go No Filter and the idea is to wear the one outfit you’ve always avoided because it made you self-conscious. “Maybe it’s too tight, shows your curves, or highlights your belly pooch. Wear it. Dance in it. Own it.” She wants people to embrace their natural bodies without the pressure to suck in their stomachs or hide their so-called flaws. “We need to normalize all body types and let go of the idea that perfection looks a certain way.”
As Prableen puts it, embracing yourself—skin, body, and all—isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. Her journey from filtered perfection to unfiltered confidence is proof that beauty isn’t about meeting societal standards but about redefining them on your own terms. Through her candid content and inspiring messages, Prableen has carved a space where imperfection is celebrated, acne is normalised, and self-love reigns supreme. Her message to the world is “Filters are for coffee, not people.” And honestly, we couldn’t agree more.
