How I Made Peace With Alopecia Areata . . . Even Without Makeup

When Kayla was diagnosed with alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the hair, she began experiencing hair loss. Through the years, she defaulted to makeup as a way to take back her beauty. It wasn't until recently that she fully embraced the idea that makeup should be something she enjoys for herself, not something she feels like she needs for others' sake. Her inspiring story will challenge you to reconsider your own relationship with makeup.

Makeup should be fun, not forced. We've partnered with NeoCell to show you how empowering it can be to go makeup-free.