Demi Sims proudly shows off her ‘patches’ in a slew of candid bikini snaps as she raises awareness for National Vitiligo Day

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Demi Sims shared a collection of honest, swimsuit photos on Instagram on Wednesday, highlighting her condition called vitiligo and promoting understanding for National Vitiligo Awareness Day.

The television presenter, aged 28, known for discussing her past struggles with a particular skin issue, recently posted inspiring pictures, encouraging followers to embrace their skin conditions proudly.

Previously starring on TOWIE, she looked back at her personal voyage concerning self-assurance, disclosing the significant shift in her outlook that occurred after she initially got vitiligo during her teenage years.

Admitting she used to be ‘so shy’ about her patches, Demi said she now embraces them completely. 

In a motivating post caption, she expressed: “Celebrating National Vitiligo Day (with party hats)! I’ve been living with these spots since I turned 16, and they are part of my life every day!

In the summer, my skin is much more noticeable due to my complexion, which previously made me feel anxious. As a child, I was extremely shy about this trait and even consulted doctors and tried various medications, but now I no longer worry about it at all.

If a doctor presented me with a cure, I wouldn’t discard them because they have helped me build the self-confidence I carry with me now (heart emoji).

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I want to share a heartfelt message today: To everyone battling skin conditions, remember to embrace your uniqueness with pride. I’ve observed the individuals in my life, and they cherish me not for my exterior, but for who I am inside. Rest assured, their affection towards you remains unchanged whether you have patches or not. So, wear your skin with confidence, for it is a testament to your strength and resilience.

‘Since what truly matters is your inner goodness, you’re already flawless just as you are (heart emoticon)’.

In 2022, the star opened up to OK! Magazine about her skin condition.

She expressed: “My aim is to ensure that everyone dealing with vitiligo feels at ease. I undertook this initiative as a means to boost my own pride, and also to inspire similar feelings of pride in others affected by vitiligo.

I can’t stand receiving messages on social media that question how I hide it. I wish everyone could accept it and feel confident in their own skin.

She mentioned that she continues to receive “fresh spots or areas” regularly, and explained that her largest ones have ceased growing at this point.

In my latest update, I’ve incorporated a new addition to my daily essentials – a watch that joined me just over a month back. Despite assuming the trend had ceased last year, I occasionally spot fresh spots here and there. Fortunately, the largest of these spots seem to have finally subsided now.

After stripping down for a magazine, she posted a heartfelt message on her Instagram, aiming to spread awareness about a cause.

At that moment, she wrote: “*Awareness about Vitiligo* Now let me tell you… A couple of weeks back, I stood naked before a film crew and photographers to convey to those battling a skin condition a message to embrace themselves.

I have never felt this level of anxiety before. I took on an extreme challenge just to experience what it would be like to travel back in time once more; the first time I ever revealed my vitiligo.

Indeed, for a brief moment, I was terrified and uneasy, stepping beyond my usual comfort zone. But soon enough, the reasons and the people I was helping came flooding back to me, and with that realization, my confidence began to flow freely again.

She added: “This article is not just beneficial for those with skin conditions, but also aims to educate individuals without such conditions about its potential impact and the anxiety it can cause.

I’m eagerly hoping that my insights here might aid at least one individual, and I pledge to keep sharing candidly about the topic of vitiligo in future conversations.

In the new series, I’ve chosen not to wear much makeup in certain shots, giving viewers an authentic look at me. It’s accurate to say that I am now openly embracing myself without any pretense, and my vitiligo is a permanent part of who I am.

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2025-06-25 20:36