Unfiltered Reality: Curology Report Sheds Light on Gen Z’s Skincare Anxieties

Social Media Filters are Blurring Reality: New Curology Report Reveals Students’ Skincare Anxieties before Heading Back to School According to the survey, nearly three-quarters (72%) of students feel compelled to meet the heightened beauty standards set by social media, with a quarter (25%) admitting discomfort at the thought of sharing unfiltered, makeup-free images of themselves online.

The study further revealed that students who use filters to alter their appearance were 22% more likely to experience back-to-school anxiety than those who do not, suggesting that these digital enhancements may serve as a “social crutch” for many young people.

Curology CEO Heather Wallace expressed concern over these findings, stating, “With the rise of social media filters, students today are under more pressure to look ‘perfect’ than ever before.” She emphasized Curology’s commitment to helping students feel comfortable and confident in their skin through access to licensed dermatology providers and effective treatments.

The report also highlighted several notable findings: Acne is the primary reason students resort to editing their appearance with social filters. 75% of respondents believe…