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Meet the Model With Muscular Dystrophy Who's Redefining Beauty

Aug 19 2015 - 11:00am

Looking at headshots of model Jillian Mercado, you wouldn't even notice that she uses a wheelchair. What you will see is her striking flair for beauty. At 28 years old, Jillian has had spastic muscular dystrophy since she was a young girl. That hasn't stopped her from reaching some insane career goals. She's been photographed for fashion magazines, invited to big runway shows, and worked behind the scenes as a style editor. Now, she has signed with IMG Models (the same agency that represents models like Joan Smalls, Karlie Kloss, and Kate Moss [1]). Keep reading to find out why we've got a major girl-crush on Dominican beauty Ms. Mercado, and make sure to check out her blog Manufactured 1987 [2].

Her Motto: Pink Hair, Don't Care

Her Lipstick Love Goes Way Beyond MAC

This Badass Tattoo

She Loves a Bold Lip Look

She Believes in Bubble Baths (and So Do We)

She's Got a Signature Eyeliner Look

She's Not Afraid to Take Beauty Risks (Orange Hair?!)


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