# Skin Condition Model Contestants ANTM's Chantelle Brown-Young Shows Changing Face of Beauty By Meghan Young | Published 2014-05-13 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chantelle-brownyoung References: [bellasugar](http://www.bellasugar.com/Chantelle-Brown-Young-America-Next-Top-Model-34765318) & [cwtv](http://www.cwtv.com/shows/americas-next-top-model@CW_ANTM) The fashion and modelling industry has been embracing [different definitions of beauty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/you-are-amazing) over the last couple of years and Chantelle Brown-Young is a testament to that. One of the contestants in the latest instalment of [America's Next Top Model](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/americas-next-top-primer), she suffers from a rare condition known as vitiligo that causes depigmentation of parts of the skin. Michael Jackson was diagnosed with this condition, hence his gradual albeit dramatic skin color change. Chantelle Brown-Young embraces her condition, saying, "A lot of people have a story and background, but mine is painted on my body." Although teased and tormented as a child, 19-year-old Chantelle Brown-Young shows the world what it means to be [bold and beautiful](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scar-stories1) in a unique way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Inclusive Beauty:** The fashion and modeling industry is embracing different definitions of beauty, and individuals with unique physical traits are gaining recognition and representation. - **Body Positivity:** Models like Chantelle Brown-Young are challenging traditional beauty standards and promoting self-acceptance and confidence in one's own skin. - **Celebrating Differences:** There is a growing movement to celebrate and normalize physical conditions like vitiligo, showcasing the beauty in diversity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion & Modeling:** The fashion and modeling industry has the opportunity to lead the way in embracing diversity and breaking traditional beauty norms. - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetic companies can cater to a wider range of consumers by developing products that celebrate and enhance unique physical traits. - **Entertainment & Media:** Film, television, and media companies can support and promote diversity by featuring individuals with rare conditions and showcasing their unique stories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Albino Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclusive-doll-line.md) - [Beauty-Branded Film Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-basel-miami-beach.md) - [Dark Skin-Centric Beauty Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nach-cosmetics.md) - [Eczema Skincare Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cetaphil-from-scratch-to-soothe-campaign.md) - [All-Asian Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maybelline-face-the-difference.md) - [Textured Hair Advertising Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/from-one-queen-to-another.md) - [Inclusive Makeup Brand Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/it-feels-good-to-be-seen.md) - [Inclusive Self-Care Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choc.md) - [Self-Expression Docu-Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/show-yourself.md)