Why I Use Filters (From the Heart)...
Hey everyone — I just wanted to take a moment to address something that I know has turned a few people off: the filters I sometimes use on my photos and videos.
First and foremost, let me be clear — I am always honest with people. Anyone I talk to seriously, especially before a date, sees the real me: my real face, no filter, no makeup. I don’t hide who I am. What you see with me is what you get.
That said, the reason I use filters is actually really personal. I use them not to trick anyone, but to express something deep inside me. I love looking feminine — I feel happiest when I see a version of myself that matches the woman I feel like on the inside. For now, filters help me explore that part of me in a safe and creative way. They're a tool for fantasy, expression, and affirmation — for me, not to deceive or mislead anyone else.
The truth is, I'm not great with makeup yet, and wigs still feel a little intimidating. Filters are my stepping stone. They help me get a glimpse of the version of myself I’m growing toward. And honestly, when you think about it, makeup and filters both alter how we look — the main difference is that makeup is physical and works in real life, while filters are digital and live online. Neither one makes a person less “real.”
Also, I always try to choose filters that enhance me rather than replace me. I smooth out some features, maybe add a bit of glam, feminize the look a little — but I never go so far that I don’t look like myself. I’m not trying to catfish anyone or create a fake persona. I’m just exploring a side of myself I’ve kept hidden for far too long.
So if you’ve stuck with me this far — thank you. Your support means everything. I hope you’ll continue to walk with me on this journey, as messy and beautiful and real as it is. I’ll always be upfront, always be real, and always share both the polished and unpolished sides of who I am.
With love, honesty, and plenty of kisses,
Chrissy 💋!
Filter:
No filter:
No makeup, just a wig: