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[@SjuanjeDevone]

No you have every right to not want pictures taken of you. It’s also just a safety issue as well. Love you Maggie, proud of you for speaking up for yourself and hope everyone can respect your privacy.

[@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs]

Thank you ♥️ i feel bad it was such a long rant but it was something that just really bothered me 😭 thank you for being understanding i really appreciate you

[@emma_b2051]

I am so grateful you share your skin journey. SO many people struggle including myself and seeing other people going through similar struggles really helps. I am sending you so much love and positivity!

[@katielynn8385]

This honestly made me so sad 🥺 I don’t see how anyone could NOT like you. You are such a sweetheart, I literally look up to you so much. I’ve been a follower for years and i’ve seen how much you’ve grown into such a strong, caring & kind woman! I know you’re hurt by the pics/videos and I would be too, but at the end of the day you’re gorgeous whether you’re done up or not! To all of us you look great every second we see you! Don’t let your thoughts get to you too much. We’re all here for you and love your videos. Thanks for giving us content and showing us your life! ❤❤❤

[@Tera-Kay]

If it feels weird to you it’s weird . Everyone deserves privacy , they’re are correct ways to let someone know you appreciate them . I recently saw James Corbin @ Adele opening night . I was sitting in the same row with him . As I passed him I just smiled and said I love you 🌟 he was super cool . We all have boundaries we need to respect ❤ I love and adore you . Your feelings are very valid .

[@OlgaSmirnova1]

You are very dumb, one who shares their life with the whole world forfeited their privacy rights.

[@Tera-Kay]

@@OlgaSmirnova1 sending you love and healing ❤️‍🩹

[@delamond7524]

Maggie I really love how you talk about things that may bother you with great confidence. This shows how powerful you are! This is one of the things that I love about you. On another note, I think it might be better if you change your camera's angle when you're doing your makeup so that you have a better background. ♥

[@meghanmccarthy9110]

your feelings about photos/videos are totally valid!! it's the principle of the matter (your privacy) especially because you're so friendly when people ask for photos. also I have struggled with acne previously, so I totally understand that insecurity. But, know you are beautiful inside and out!!

[@torihutchins]

You don’t have to justify addressing what happened 🤍⭐️ just keep doing you! Your real followers will understand! Loving these everyday vlogs!

[@adriennehilll]

I’ve watched your Vlogmas for the past few years but this years has been my favorite so far 😌💝

[@thearaky9848]

Maggie, i used to struggle with skin so much. Things that worked for me- I cut out dairy completely for about three months. Saw significant improvements then I slowly introduced dairy back into my diet without over doing it! Also, I don’t use a lot of products, I just take off makeup with micellar from caudalie, wash my face and use the laneige cream lotion moisturizing toner before bed! In the morning I just wash my face with only water, then I use the same toner previously mentioned and put spf on right away. My skin is clear and I rarely get a breakout now. Only one or two little pimples near my period. I also suggest looking into Korean skincare! They’re so serious about beauty and skin!! Some products are absolutely holy grail.

[@jenisellawarner1695]

UGGHHH so sorry you experienced that :/ hope they see see this video and think twice about boundaries. Kudos to you for being full of grace about it -

[@Nonamelmh]

I really understand your frustration, you have every right. I got so mad just imagining myself in such situation! I hope these girls watch this video and feel bad for not respecting your privacy and how they've made you feel!

[@vmoore95]

Hi!! I'm sorry about the acne I struggled with it for years and it can kill your confidence. Your type of breakout looks EXACTLY like what I went through so just wanted to share that going to the derm and getting on spirolactone and tretinoin cream has changed my life- I'm totally clear now AND my awful scarring is fixing itself. I just use those two as my prescribed stuff and a basic face wash with salicylic acid. I know these things have been mentioned but just wanted to advocate hard for them and for going to a dermatologist as someone who had super similar acne! Ultimately everyone is diff but getting a prescription from the doctor was a major turning point

[@lilyomgg]

Please keep us updated on the skin progress !!

[@martagg14]

Just wanted to address how humble you are. What an honest talk. People sometimes forget that just because you work in this industry, you don't deserve to have a private life and respect your privacy. There are some limits that should never be crossed and I honestly think that's one of them. Thank you for sharing this personal experience with us. Hope this does not happen to you again and people learn to respect each other. Love from Spain!! 🤍💌

[@sailormoon8855]

Girl you are killing it with the Vlogmas! You the winner in my book 🤩

[@ThatJaneBird]

I know what it’s like to struggle with acne. The only thing that worked for me was accutane. Tough process but it cleared up my skin and my acne hasn’t come back.

[@livingwithzee7520]

The point you made is so valid !!! People are not respectful and do stuff and start sharing it over and laughing about it … this is the sad truth … coz people don’t care unfortunately…

[@lysskurzmiller3223]

Mags, First of all, you are absolutely stunning. Second, I wanted to tell you that my great grandma worked in cosmetics when she was a teenager/young adult years. She ALWAYS swore by plain dove bar soap. Wash with it once in the morning and once at night with ice cold water and it clears the skin up. My skin hasn’t had any issues besides a few pimples on my chin when I get my period. Try it!! I don’t use moisturizer either!! 💛💛💛

[@kimberlya3263]

Omg having acne is the worst! I remember putting foundation on everyday of my freshmen year of college cuz my skin was so bad and I wasn't wearing it for anyone else, I didn't care what others thought at all it was just me looking in the mirror and being frustrated with the fact that I've tried everything under the sun and it not working. Just letting anyone know it will get better and you're not alone. What helped me was getting a dermatologist and one of the things I got prescribed was tretinoin and azeliac acid. Then once a month for like a year I could get a dermabrasion facial to get rid of dead skincells.

[@SjuanjeDevone]

The dial soap works short term but the only reason it works is bc it completely strips your skin so it may be damaging long term

[@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs]

😭😭😭 calling dermatologist rn

[@SjuanjeDevone]

@@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs hahahaha the dermatologist is the only thing that helped me!!! I was prescribed a sulfur cleanser and Tretinoin 0.025!

[@hilton8031]

You don’t come across that way. I would 100% hate seeing photos of me where I didn’t look my best. People get too comfortable posting strangers online without permission.

[@Kat-dw5xk]

Struggled HARD with acne my whole life. I went on Accutane when I was young and now use Benzaclin (prescription acne cream) like twice a week at night and have zero acne.

[@shannonzuppa2843]

Its the projection of other peoples insecurities, its not you ❤

[@carolinepappas8479]

For your skin, you should try Cerave foaming cleanser, clindamycin pads, tretinoin, and cerave pm moisturizing lotion. I used to have terrible hormonal acne two years ago, and since then my skin is completely clear. Took like 2 months to show results and your skin purges at first, but you should see if your derm thinks that would work. Changed my life! I used to use products like dermalogica, which made me break out even worse. The medical grade stuff the derm prescribed is the only stuff that worked for me. I was supposed to go on accutane but never did because of the products they told me to use/prescribed.

[@laurenbreen5138]

I know your super hesitant about taking medication and honestly I am too but a combo of spironolactone and a retinol changed my life. I had such horrible acne and tried EVERYTHING besides Accutane. the spiro takes 2-3 months to really work but its worth it. i kind of pick my battles when it comes to medication and this was one thing I think it worth it

[@joannatorrano__]

You should get a prescription of tretinoin cream from the doctors/dermatologist for your skin! It Works wonders

[@lexi6115]

Agree with this! I’m in month 4 and finally starting to see changes!

[@AnaSophiaBratzGurl]

Also, benzyl peroxide & clindamycin combo!

[@tayblessings13]

mags when i was struggling really badly with my skin I also tried everything.. these issues are mainly internal and you have to fix the problem from within! Topical skincare does little to nothing when you dont adress the root cause!

[@christiegriffith4048]

Retinol changes peoples skin journey. I am telling you it works for most and keeps it youthful♥️❤️🫶

[@AnnieLawlessJacobs]

Ugh I'm sorry that happened to you! In addition to the annoyance of being filmed first thing in the morning when you aren't feeling the cutest, it's also a security/safety issue! It's really violating, and completely valid to feel this way. You don't know the person's motives for filming you, so it's a very natural reaction to feel uncomfortable. I wouldn't want videos of myself on a stranger's phone and I don't think anyone does.

[@elizabethkota3944]

Maggie! I’ve struggled with my skin and this is what worked for me. I use tretinoin only twice a week at night (0.025). I use the fresh rose cleanser it’s very gentle and doesn’t try my skin. The Soon Jun barrier cream WORKS WONDERS. (ik it says it has shea butter but i swear it works and will save your dry skin from the tretinoin) Also for the mornings i use the caudile vinoperfect serum and moisturizer!

[@runxc23]

I go to the Dermatology Institute of Boston downtown, they're great! You should try spironolactone, it worked wonders for my cystic acne - you unfortunately can't clear up cystic acne with non-prescription products

[@gabriellaportelli9738]

I love how open you are about personal things like your skin and I do not think it's annoying, it just helps us connect with you in your videos. Also, tip on the skin: Personally, I went plant-based for mainly health reasons (finally doing balanced after years of dieting) and had not only had the most amazing hair and nails but my skin has never looked and feltbetter. I don't believe anyone needs to be vegan or anything to get good skin but I will say that animal sources can have harmful effects on the skin, especially dairy. It's more about adding more plants and plant-focused foods rather than removing certain foods. The vitamins, minerals, and fiber that make up any plant-based food help cleanse our body naturally and many times if we are not doing it, our body expresses it through things like acne, rashes, weight gain, etc. This is at least what helped me and honestly changed my entire life.

[@freenectarines]

I also have tried EVERYTHING meds, acids, etc. I have oily skin and this is my skincare routine that cleared up my skin: MORNING: 1. Cerave foaming face wash 2. The Ordinary Niacinamide + Zinc serum 3. Cerave vitamin C serum 4. Cerave PM moisturizer 5. Hero Cosmetics Force Shield sunscreen NIGHT: 1. Same face wash 2. Cerave retinol 3. Same moisturizer 5. Clara’s New York Rosehip Oil Now I just get a pimple if I am PMSing or if I touch my face too much 😅 I hope this helps someone!

[@AmieOlsonalo]

I agree with you, I’m not an influencer and i had a guy noticeably taking a video of me while I was out walking in Miami. No one should be taking photos or videos without permission; it is very creepy.

[@samanthahuff5160]

It takes way longer than a week to see a difference in your skin and product to start helping the problem. 30 days

[@Kelly-iv4wk]

“And you don’t need make up to cover your skin…” 5 seconds later showing new foundation 🤣 sounded funny

[@katieebner2000]

I use my Sephora points for travel size products they offer occasionally OR for 500 points you can get $10 off total purchase!

[@livingwithzee7520]

Tea tree is great for acne , bacteria , skin infections …. You can apply it topically on your acne … apparently it works .. but I have never try it to be transparent with you xoxox

[@carlyhampton]

Could you please do a day out in Boston video showing us your dog walk, coffee spots and favourite restaurants ❤😊

[@adriennehilll]

I sent you a DM about a skincare rec that recently saved me from my 3 year hormonal acne journey

[@emilycruz1068]

Next time pull out your phone and take a picture of them back like cole sprouse hahahaha

[@Jasmine_Klein]

I love his IG 😂

[@berryellebyarielle]

Hi Maggie! As someone who also struggled with acne and my skin for years I can relate. I also tried everything under the sun from all different types of facials, all different types of products you can buy at a Sephora or CVS to dermatologist prescribed medications and creams and nothing worked. And doctors couldn’t figure out why. And then I tried the birth control pills that’s are known to help with acne and they completely changed my skin. I never break out anymore like at all. It takes a few months to notice a change and I would say a full year to have completely clear skin and your body to adjust but I feel like it was worth it and wish I tried it sooner. I was very against putting stuff like that into my body and I’m still not the biggest fan of it to help with my acne, but it’s the only thing that worked and I didn’t believe it would till I tried it. And I don’t use any other products to help my skin, I could use dove bar soap and my skin would be fine haha. Obviously this is just an idea, but I think it’s worth a shot? And if doesn’t work how you want it you can always stop taking it.

[@nataliamehmet1800]

I’m struggling really bad with my skin at the moment too and you talking about it really helps! I am really keen to see if the soap works because I feel like I’ve tried everything too and nothing is working :( please keep us updated!! Also I love having a new vlog of yours to watch every day it literally is one of the highlights of my day ❤❤

[@Kapstarr]

Use the dove sensitive skin bar !! My mom always would tell me to use it growing up & I swear every time my skin freaks out and I use it, it clears my skin up immediately

[@jamied2415]

I used dial gold bar soap on my face growing up and never had acne

[@lifewmars]

Hi Maggie! It’s great that you talk about your skin journey. I struggled with painful acne for years and one of the main things I was recommended is not to touch my infected areas (pimples) with the same cotton pad/hand/product I touch the rest of my skin with. I noticed you did this in your last vlog and you’re basically spreading the acne/bacteria across your face 😭 but the antibacterial soap should help!! Good luck on your journey!! 🫶🏻

[@maddylingenfelter3956]

The tea tree oil face wash from Trader Joe’s is my secret to good skin! It helps so much, it’s very simple but worth a try!

[@user-wn6fk2ip8g]

Hi Maggie, highly recommend a tretinoin prescription! I used to have the worstttt acne and that did wonders for my skin. I totally get the struggle.

[@mikemacdonald9922]

I’ll always protect you Mags❤

[@robino941]

That stinks about people taking videos of you when you aren't expecting it. 😥 You're such a sweet person.

[@lexiradisic]

thank you for talking about your acne! Spirnolactone and Epiduo have changed my life!!

[@mquettawala]

mascaras are worth the beauty insider points!! the other items aren't too worth it since they run out so fast i think

[@jadziak6997]

Girl, you're a KZbin Celeb with followers, it's gonna happen....and a lot of people are too afraid to approach. Imagine if you were driving past an actor or singer you absolutely adore! You'd do the same thing versus approaching him/her lol It comes with the territory, having 300K+ followers means you have....fans! :-)))))

[@NickiAndrea]

use your beauty insider points to get money off! you can trade in like 500 points for $10 off which is lowkey a rip off but better than nothing 😅😂

[@555cupcakecutie555]

Hi Maggie, I live really close to you in Boston and I’m so sorry that happened to you. I just want you to know you deserve your privacy and I respect that ❤

[@555cupcakecutie555]

(And I would never take a picture of you if I saw you haha I’m not these girls)

[@sailormoon8855]

I love this Maggie open and unbothered real and telling it like it is! You are growing and killing it just saying!

[@aubrymason3508]

it sounds weird but eating a raw carrot every single day has helped my skin so much because they help your body get rid of extra estrogen!

[@aliburke4593]

Your makeup’s so slay, skins glowiing. Loved this vloggy xx 🤍

[@ellechannel1]

Ur videos are literally keeping me going Maggie.... so much luv xoxo

[@hotlikeesummer]

I don’t mean this to come across as hate but KZbinrs including you always talk about how grateful you are for your subscribers/followers and how much we mean to you but what do y’all ever do to give back to us? Genuinely a thought everytime I hear you guys say that

[@miachiatto8849]

Have you tired accutane? It’s a pill, that I got from the dermatologist. I finally did it after college and stuff, and it cleared my acne and I haven’t really had any breakouts, in probably 3+ years besides a few around my time of the month. It might be something to look into!

[@emilymerdz]

Love you Maggie! ❤️ I hope people will learn to respect others more, thank you for talking about these things! We support you 🥰

[@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs]

Thank you Emily ♥️

[@britn3y1137]

I've had bangs for years, and if they're crazy in the mornings, I just re-wet them and blow dry them again! Just be sure to wet them all the way to your scalp.

[@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs]

Thank you!!!!

[@AshaMohammed1984]

Thank you for being real and honest about your encounter. Good luck with your skin product experiment. I'm scared for you but do pray that it helps you.

[@AlessandraDiLeo]

I had issues with my skin for years and the only thing that truly kept my skin clear was getting on accutane. You’ll hear people have mixed reviews/experiences but for me, the most i had to deal with was dry lips/skin. Of course it is different for everyone but i have a ton of friends who had similar side effects as me. This should be a last resort if none of the remedies or routines work. I’m 23 now and i finished accutane when i was like 18 and my skin has consistently stayed clear! I would take it again if i ever needed to. (Different for everyone ofc) but this is always an option!

[@megank7511]

Hey!! One suggestion would be to wash your face after your shower cause you really don’t want conditioner getting on your face after you clean it!❤❤

[@MindyMcDonald]

Yep you are on the right track go back to basics! and DON'T TOUCH YOUR FACE. Ppl forget on average we touch our faces up to 23 times an HOUR! That is insane and your touching your phone, computer, a drink from the fridge spreading bacteria all back onto your skin. I refuse spend alot of money on skin products because like you my skin is very sensitive to things. I have to stick to what I know so I use coconut oil to take make up off and a gentle cleanser and then use Clean & clear moisturizer its the white bottle with the purple lid. I've used this since high school anything else will ignite a break out. I have my friends and sisters doing this and their skin has cleared right up! Tea tree oil is amazing for a break out just remember to mix it with coconut oil/ do no apply directly to the skin. Also remember to moderate sugar intake.

[@abbs3179]

I usually just blow dry the front of my hair to fix the bangs! For like 3 mins or maybe curl the front pieces or use a straightener so you don’t have to do the whole head!

[@sophiedavidson9898]

Also, Maggie girl I am also going somewhere snowy and Christmas-y next week… looking forward to see where you’re going!!

[@brigittebonura2171]

Maggie! Dealing with the same exact skin issues. Our breakouts are literally in the same place. I’ve tried everything too and they have only helped a little. My mom got me these soaps that are suppose to help. I will be using them for 2 weeks. Fingers crossed for us. Manifesting clear skin in 2023!!!! Xx

[@kasnkhy5310]

By chance do you use or have you used The Laundress detergent products? If so this could be causing your skin issues. Look into it if you have.

[@TheKMentertainment]

Thank you so much for being real about your skin journey ❤

[@p1nkc0wg1rL]

I zap my face with a hydrofrequency zapper that I ordered from amazon. I usually zap it once or twice a week as my acne comes and goes. I also ice my acne and use aquaphor all over my face every night and my skin always clears up!

[@lucyssssssful]

I don’t even like my picture being taken by my family so I can only imagine how annoying it is having your picture taken by strangers. You have every right to be upset!

[@mariejulie.k]

Regarding your skin, you should check if you have PCOS.. for me it was the reason why I still had acne (at 22 )

[@crisramcas4726]

You are right no one has the right of taking a video or photo. You have the right of privacy!

[@lalalax44]

You can refresh your bang section by just getting your bang section wet and blow drying them! I had to do this almost daily with my bangs, they would be lookin all types of crazy in the mornings. 😅

[@ankitaraj08]

Hey can you do a separate make up video for the pink makeup you were wearing with the white dress at the end.

[@megansosa8938]

You should go to a hormone/holistic specialist for your skin!!! It starts from within (food, supplements, etc)

[@Erin_29]

Yes!

[@mocait4]

Trade 2500 of your points for a $100 Sephora credit! In the rewards bizarre part of the app, it’s usually available on Thursday mornings lol

[@clairenicholls8024]

Maggie girl! I love you ! Please do more of these rants about dumb people. 😂 You don’t have to explain yourself to the haters. They don’t deserve to know that you are forever grateful. I can tell you are grateful ! Just be truly yourself and fuck the haters. It’s okay to complain and rant and move on ! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@miriamheart]

Ur so pretty I don’t think on off guard picture will be “ugly”. Just live ur life and ignore those ppl bc it’s weird to take random pictures of ppl. A meet and greet wouldn’t be a bad idea🥺

[@arimolina]

Are you open to Accutane? I’ve been on it for 6 months & I’ve noticed so much improvement & I haven’t had a single pimple since month 3. I’ve only experienced dry lips, skin, a bit of hair thinning & light sensitivity. Other than that I’ve been doing great! I think you should consider if you’re tired of dealing with your acne like I was for many years.

[@gracelund4802]

Maggie I know you might not see this, but I was watching wonder women and I feel like you look a lot like Gal Gadot! So beautiful!

[@amygingell2768]

The tea tree oil and vitamin e are great I would recommend plain white dove soap

[@laurathomas6014]

I think the gold bar Dial is antibacterial.

[@itssammastersss]

i’m so sorry about the pictures but also your boyfriend telling you to wear a hat made me laugh!

[@3allieleigh]

I don’t mind you talking about your skin! I get the struggle. I promise the dermatologist will help. Random skincare trends and treatments from estheticians (and all the products they push) do not work, once I saw my derm everything changed. Hope seeing one helps for you ❤️

[@robinpippin2285]

That is not OK that someone just whips out their camera and starts filming or taking pics of you! Don’t feel bad about being upset. I am proud of you for speaking up! Also what is that you used on your eyes as shadow 👀 ❤❤❤

[@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs]

I used the pink charlotte tilbury blush wand!

[@robinpippin2285]

It was powder 😊

[@robinpippin2285]

Also I love you and Emma, I visit Boston often. Hope to run into you girls and I will say Hi!!

[@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs]

Oh!!! Just my bronzer!

[@robinpippin2285]

@@MaggieMacDonaldVlogs ahh 😂 thanks so much!! I love Charlotte Tilbury!!

[@ladynred5183]

Just don’t try to do that regimen that you just found on TikTok too much because it literally strips your skin and you don’t wanna damage your barrier being that you’re ready acne prone

[@halieadam3189]

I also have very thin hair and its curly! The struggle is real. I get like one good day out of my hair and then I have to wear it up until my next wash

[@PaigeSharp96]

I use the gold dial too! My face is always so clear from it🙂

[@rachels.1820]

omg why are people so disrespectful?! its insane!! so sorry you had to deal w that. Also thank you for calling out Alex wang in your other video / selling your bag cos you don't support him... not enough people calling him out.

[@michelllechurch]

Love this unfiltered version of you ❤ pls don’t stop :)

[@audreylacroix4077]

Yesss thank you so much for sharing about your skin 🤍 love you even more because of it

[@isabellaanderson7189]

Maggie try to eliminate diary from your diet❤️ it literally is a game changer for your skin!

[@masonicole71696]

Maggie! I’ve watched your videos for years and years and I’ve never commented BUT I feel like we are twins in all walks of life so I have to comment about the acne! you should try accutane! I went on accutane last year and it changed my life!! I wish I had done it like 10 years ago, because I had hardly any side effects and my acne has never come back. I literally bought the same dial soap and tea tree oil and vitamin E oil from TJ’s in 2019 too and tried all the same things you have! It’s different for everyone so talk to your dr but I feel like we are so similar I would consider it! It’s so worth it! ❤ ILY!!

[@laurenwilson2684]

My family always uses gold bar soap😂 it’s elite

[@user-wd5wm4gi8n]

Girl I’m going to the dermatologist Friday and I made the appointment in JUNE. Going through mass gen. Make the appointment now!

[@kitiiscool]

My dad used dial soap when he was young and had skin issues and it cleared him up! But be careful, dial soap really dries your skin so it’s good to use a moisturizer. Tablespoon of apple vinegar cider (raw and unfiltered) with a cup of water reallyyyyy clears up the skin and also makes the texture smooth & soft. Just apply it on your face after a shower. Not many people know about this for some reason but it’s one of the best things for your skin!