Actress Habibat Jinad has spoken candidly about her experience with skin bleaching and the challenges she faced during the process.
The Yoruba film star shared photos and video clips chronicling her journey, explaining that the difficulties she experienced played a significant role in her decision to stop bleaching her skin.
Jinad said she has since learned to appreciate and embrace her natural complexion, stressing that black is beautiful.
Jinad explained that she was not sharing her story for attention or pity, but to inspire others struggling to break free from habits they are no longer comfortable with.
“The pains behind my bleaching journey. I don’t just post these things here – I’ve been through them. This is one of the reasons I decided to stop bleaching my skin.
“I’ve learned to embrace my natural skin, and honestly, black is beautiful. I’m not sharing this to get attention or seek pity. No, I’m sharing my story because I want to inspire someone out there who has been looking for a way to stop a habit they’re no longer comfortable with,” she wrote.
The actress further encouraged anyone seeking change to take a bold step, noting that the decision to stop may not be easy but is achievable.
“Whatever it is you feel is not good for you, you can stop. It may not be easy, but you can do it. I made up my mind to stop, and I followed that decision with my whole heart. Today, I’m grateful for the peace it brought.
“If you truly want to change, make up your mind and take that first step. Almighty God will surely give you the strength to start a new life. You deserve to be at peace with yourself. You can do it. Don’t give up on yourself,” she added.
