Nollywood actress, Efe Irele, has shared some of her challenges when it comes to her skin.
In a recent interview, the actress pointed out the struggles she had with hyperpigmentation and terrible hormonal acne. She also talked about how this affected her social life.
According to her, her condition birthed her new skincare collections.
She said, “My skin at its worst was my inspiration for creating a skincare line. I remember how insecure I felt when I was battling hyperpigmentation and terrible hormonal acne.
“I have had different skin issues at different times. Sometimes, I did not even want to go outside, not to talk of being on screen. There was also the constant struggle to figure out what products wouldn’t make my skin worse.
“Those who know would tell you that it’s ‘hit or miss’ out there. All that put me on the path of gaining more knowledge about skincare and creating products that solve most skin issues with super effective formulas that help boost confidence.”
Irele also talked about common stereotypes about actors, she compared Nollywood to other actors in the global world.
She said, “Even in Hollywood, it happens. When someone knows one as a movie character, it is only natural that they view one through that lens.
“When one sees American actor Morris Chestnut, one would look at him as a lover boy. When one sees English actor, Jason Statham, one would picture him as a hero. It’s only normal.”
