"Never Be Insecure of Your Body and Face." Logina Salah on Bullying & Becoming Miss Universe

Jan 19, 2026

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In this episode, Logina Salah, Miss Universe Egypt 2024, shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges, including skin conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo, and societal pressures as an Arab Muslim woman participating in beauty pageants. She emphasizes the importance of self-love, resilience, and mental strength, encouraging others to embrace their uniqueness. Salah discusses her experiences with bullying, the significance of believing in oneself, and the power of public speaking to inspire others. Her story highlights that true beauty and strength come from within, and she aims to uplift others through her experiences and initiatives.

ABOUT THE GUEST

Logina Salah is an Egyptian model, influencer, and advocate for vitiligo awareness, known for making history at Miss Universe 2024 as the first contestant with vitiligo, breaking barriers for diversity in pageantry and challenging beauty standards. She reached the Top 30, became the first Arab woman with a skin condition in the pageant, and uses her platform to empower others, inspiring with her resilience as a mother and public figure.

Highlights

💪 Resilience in Adversity:Logina Salah overcame skin conditions and societal criticism, demonstrating that inner strength is crucial for self-acceptance and success.

🌍 Breaking Barriers: As the first Arab and Muslim woman in Miss Universe, she challenges cultural norms and promotes inclusivity in beauty standards.

📚 Empowering the Next Generation: Salah wrote a children's book, "The Shining Star," addressing bullying and teaching kids to celebrate their differences, aiming to inspire confidence in young readers.

🧘‍♀️ Mental Health Awareness: She emphasizes the importance of mental well-being, self-reflection, and meditation as tools for personal growth and resilience.

❤️ Self-Love and Acceptance: Salah encourages individuals to appreciate their unique qualities and practice self-love daily, reminding them that their worth is intrinsic and not defined by external validation.

TIME STAMPS

Introduction - 00:00

Breaking Barriers - 00:52

Childhood and Early Challenges - 01:45

Coping with Bullying - 06:41

Perspective Shift - 10:22

Inner Work and Healing - 12:09

Recognizing Patterns - 14:43

Facing Inner Demons - 19:48

Current Mindset - 21:42

Advice on Self-Acceptance - 28:03

Embracing Life's Fragility - 30:16