Toke Makinwa, a well-known media personality, recently shared something personal with her fans that sparked a lot of reactions. She opened up about regretting her decision to bleach her skin, calling it “the dumbest thing ever.”
On May 4, 2024, during an interaction with her fans on X, someone asked her what she would do differently if she could go back in time. Her response was candid: “Nothing. Regret is so exhausting!!!! Wait, maybe bleaching my skin, it was the dumbest thing ever and I’m just so thankful for good genes and money cos…”
Makinwa’s confession triggered quite a number of responses from her followers. Some praised her for being honest, while others urged her to embrace her natural skin tone once again.
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One commenter pointed out the risks of skin bleaching, emphasizing its potential harm to both the skin and internal organs.
Another commenter suggested that stopping the bleaching process could reverse its effects, implying that Makinwa’s current complexion might still be influenced by ongoing bleaching.
A user on X applauded Makinwa for speaking out, hoping that others would learn from her experience before it’s too late.
A curious fan wondered if Makinwa would go back to her natural skin tone if she stopped bleaching, expressing admiration for her dark-skinned sister and suggesting that she looked beautiful regardless.
Lastly, another commenter emphasized the dangers of bleaching and warned against its long-term consequences on the skin.
