Revealed by Lili Reinhart: The covert method she used to conceal her acne on the red carpet, along with the clandestine assistance Hollywood provided to her in doing so, during her time on "Riverdale"

Riverdale Star Lili Reinhart Reveals How She Concealed Her Acne on the Red Carpet and Discusses Hollywood's Assistance Behind the Scenes

In the small town of Riverdale, Lili Reinhart plays the role of Betty Cooper with a raw and real authenticity that resonates with viewers. But off-screen, Reinhart has faced her own struggles with acne, a battle she has chosen to bring into the public eye.

Despite the Riverdale producers' use of a Beauty Pass to filter out acne from the show, Reinhart's face was never edited. This decision, along with her openness about her struggles, has earned her praise from fans and admirers alike.

On TikTok, Reinhart revealed that she replied to a user asking about acne in movies with the phrase, "Smoke and mirrors." This candid response struck a chord with many, who applauded her for her authenticity about beauty in Hollywood.

One Instagram user wrote, "I love how real you are, truly thank you Lili." Another added, "Thank you for your authenticity!! We are our own worst critics."

Acne dysmorphia, the distorted self-perception of acne, is a reality for many, and Reinhart's openness about her own struggles has been a refreshing change. A TikTok user acknowledged, "Acne dysmorphia is SO REAL." Another sympathized, "Thinking your acne looked so much worse than it did is so real. It always feels so much worse than it really looks."

Reinhart's struggles with acne have been constant in the public eye. In the trailer for an infamous episode where she sang 'Mad World', her acne was not edited out. She has even resorted to using fake bangs to hide her acne in public, including at the 2018 PaleyFest in Los Angeles and the American Music Awards red carpet in 2017.

One particularly troublesome pimple on her forehead was visible in the trailer, and Reinhart admitted that she felt self-conscious about it. Yet, she chose to face her insecurities head-on, even having to fake strip in front of a room full of people with the pimple still on her face.

Reinhart's decision to be open about her acne struggles has resonated with many who have faced similar challenges. A user dealing with skin issues chimed, "Going through a rough patch with my skin right now and this kind of transparency is something I really needed to hear. Thank you for letting us know we aren't alone."

Another user admitted, "I could have used someone like you growing up. I had horrible acne and was teased relentlessly about it. Both by kids and adults. I thought I was a freak for the longest before realizing other people have it too."

Reinhart's openness about her acne struggles serves as a reminder that the perfect skin depicted on TV and in movies is not a true representation of reality. Her courage to be authentic in the face of insecurity is a testament to her strength and a source of inspiration for many.