Jessica DeFino
Jessica DeFino is a beauty writer and critic known for her insightful commentary on skincare trends and societal beauty standards. Recently, she garnered attention for her critical perspective on the viral TikTok skincare trend known as the 'morning shed,' describing it as a troubling manifestation of societal pressures that compel individuals to seek perfection even during sleep. DeFino emphasizes the importance of allowing the skin to regenerate naturally at night, expressing concerns that excessive skincare routines can damage the skin barrier.
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Jessica DeFino provides insights on body positivity and the societal expectations of female beauty.
Should I let my nine-year-old daughter wax her moustache? | Well actually
United Kingdom· 2026-05-28
Jessica DeFino shares insights on beauty culture and its intersection with health and hygiene.
I can’t stop picking at my pimples. How do I break this habit? | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-26
Jessica DeFino writes the anti-beauty Substack newsletter 'Flesh World.'
Beauty for dogs, pull-up pubic hair and appearance inflation: 3 prolific beauty writers sum up 2025
United States· 2025-12-25
Jessica DeFino discusses the effectiveness of skincare products and the beauty industry.
I’m over useless skincare. But how can I take care of my face? | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-18
Journalist Jessica DeFino warns about the emergence of an 'algorithmic face' that reduces facial diversity.
Cuando el bótox conquistó a la clase media: la gran demanda de las ‘caras homogéneas’ en la medicina estética | Belleza | S Moda
Spain· 2025-12-02
Jessica DeFino is the author of the 'Ask Ugly' column, providing practical advice and insights on beauty and self-acceptance.
My scar makes beach outings an ordeal. How can I care less about it? | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-07
Jessica DeFino called 'ageing gracefully' a particularly nefarious euphemism.
The thing about ‘ageing gracefully’: whatever you call it, I’ll do it my way | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-07
Jessica DeFino provides insights on self-acceptance and beauty standards in her advice column.
Every time I meet someone new, I worry they’ll find my scarred face hideous | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-28
Jessica DeFino provides advice on beauty standards and personal values.
I have gap teeth. Should I fix them? | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-24
Jessica DeFino is a beauty culture critic who discusses the societal pressures surrounding aging and beauty.
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Australia· 2025-03-27
Jessica DeFino provides advice on the radical choice of getting married without makeup in her column 'Ask Ugly'.
I don’t wear makeup but my wedding is coming up – can I go bare-faced? | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-19
Jessica DeFino provides insights on beauty standards and the skin-brain connection.
When I blush, I get so red that people point it out. What should I do? | Well actuallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-19
Beauty writer and critic Jessica DeFino told USA Today that she finds the trend 'really sad,' feeling like it is a 'real encroachment on the dream space, the relaxation space.'
Does 'morning shed’ promote healthier skin? Here’s all you need to know about the viral TikTok skincare trend
India· 2025-02-15