Coi Leray Dishes On Loving Her Body The Way It Is And Inspiring Others To Do The Same
Over the years, rapper and singer Coi Leray have gained widespread recognition for her infectious melodies and chart-topping hits, taking over both the music industry and social media platforms.
Some of Leray's most notable tracks include "Players," "Twinnem," "Blick Blick" with Nicki Minaj, "No More Parties," and "Big Purr" featuring Pooh Shiesty. Since hitting fame in 2018, the 25-year-old has seen the positive and negative aspects of fame.
Aside from achieving professional success, Leray has also experienced criticism for her physical appearance. Leray, who has a slim physique, is often body-shamed online for not being as curvy as her peers. On May 1, during an interview with People magazine, Leray addressed the backlash and revealed how the adverse comments shaped her into the person she is today.
Coi Leray On The Negative Comments About Her Body
While promoting her latest singles, "My Body" and "Bop," Leray shared that from the start of her music career, her figure was always discussed among many because no one physically looked like her in the industry.
The star continued that because of the lack of representation due to many not becoming successful in the field, this was often a topic that was brought to her attention by other people.
"I mean, feel like since I started my career, my body has been a conversation because in reality, from the conversations that I've had with a lot of people that I look up to and are well respected in the industry, they'll tell me, 'Before it was kind of hard for women your size and that small to really prosper in the industry' because at one point there wasn't no woman [of] my size," she said.
Leray added that despite the negative responses she has been receiving about her body, most of her fans are thanking her for inspiring them to appreciate their own physique and confidently wear what they want.
"So I feel like that became something that a lot of people noticed in hip-hop and brought to my attention. And also too, just having a lot of young women hit me faithfully, always on a day-to-day telling me how much my body inspires them, how much that I inspire them, and how much more that," she explained. "They wear small, little... They wear booty shorts. They're wearing skinny jeans. They're wearing low-waisted. They're just telling me all this s---t. They're like, 'Yo, I haven't put on a pair of jeans in over five years, and I don't give a f---k since you started posting and being so confident.'"
Later, Leray expressed that her confidence in her thin frame came from knowing she is the only one who has to deal with her physical appearance.
Coi Leray On How The Negative Remarks Impacted Her
As the discussion shifted to how the body-shaming comments have impacted Leray's life, the "G.A.N." rapper claimed that the reactions hadn't changed her outlook on how she views herself.
In fact, Leray disclosed it had motivated her to bring awareness to the body-shaming topic and love herself a lot more.
"I don't give a f---k about the negative or what anybody has to say negative about my body. Because at the end of the day, I really love how I look, and I know I look good," she stated. "But it's just if I have to be that person to bring awareness and to motivate and encourage the industry and just people in the world, then I don't mind doing that. And that involves me having to speak about it or talk about it, and I'm all for it because I can relate."
To date, Leray continues to shed light on self-love through her social media posts and body-shaming by calling out anybody she feels has said anything remotely negative about her frame.
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Smile, Sis! These Five Improvements Can Upgrade Your Oral Hygiene Instantly
This article is in partnership with Sensodyne.
Our teeth are connected to so many things - our nutrition, our confidence, and our overall mood. We often take for granted how important healthy teeth are, until issues like tooth sensitivity or gum recession come to remind us. Like most things related to our bodies, prevention is the best medicine. Here are five things you can do immediately to improve your oral hygiene, prevent tooth sensitivity, and avoid dental issues down the road.
1) Go Easy On the Rough Brushing: Brushing your teeth is and always will be priority number one in the oral hygiene department. No surprises there! However, there is such a thing as applying too much pressure when brushing…and that can lead to problems over time. Use a toothbrush with soft bristles and brush in smooth, circular motions. It may seem counterintuitive, but a gentle approach to brushing is the most effective way to clean those pearly whites without wearing away enamel and exposing sensitive areas of the teeth.
2) Use A Desensitizing Toothpaste: As everyone knows, mouth pain can be highly uncomfortable; but tooth sensitivity is a whole different beast. Hot weather favorites like ice cream and popsicles have the ability to trigger tooth sensitivity, which might make you want to stay away from icy foods altogether. But as always, prevention is the best medicine here. Switching to a toothpaste like Sensodyne’s Sensitivity & Gum toothpaste specifically designed for sensitive teeth will help build a protective layer over sensitive areas of the tooth. Over time, those sharp sensations that occur with extremely cold foods will subside, and you’ll be back to treating yourself to your icy faves like this one!
3) Floss, Rinse, Brush. (And In That Order!): Have you ever heard the saying, “It’s not what you do, but how you do it”? Well, the same thing applies to taking care of your teeth. Even if you are flossing and brushing religiously, you could be missing out on some of the benefits simply because you aren’t doing so in the right order. Flossing is best to do before brushing because it removes food particles and plaque from places your toothbrush can’t reach. After a proper flossing sesh, it is important to rinse out your mouth with water after. Finally, you can whip out your toothbrush and get to brushing. Though many of us commonly rinse with water after brushing to remove excess toothpaste, it may not be the best thing for our teeth. That’s because fluoride, the active ingredient in toothpaste that protects your enamel, works best when it gets to sit on the teeth and continue working its magic. Rinsing with water after brushing doesn’t let the toothpaste go to work like it really can. Changing up your order may take some getting used to, but over time, you’ll see the difference.
4) Stay Hydrated: Upping your water supply is a no-fail way to level up your health overall, and your teeth are no exception to this rule. Drinking water not only helps maintain a healthy pH balance in your mouth, but it also washes away residue and acids that can cause enamel erosion. It also helps you steer clear of dry mouth, which is a gateway to bad breath. And who needs that?
5) Show Your Gums Some Love: When it comes to improving your smile, you may be laser-focused on getting your teeth whiter, straighter, and overall healthier. Rightfully so, as these are all attributes of a megawatt smile; but you certainly don’t want to leave gum health out of the equation. If you neglect your gums, you’ll start to notice the effects of plaque buildup, which can irritate the gums and cause gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease. Seeing blood while brushing and flossing is a tell-tale sign that your gums are suffering. You may also experience gum recession — a condition where the gum tissue surrounding your teeth pulls back, exposing more of your tooth. Brushing at least twice a day with a gum-protecting toothpaste like Sensodyne Sensitivity and Gum, coupled with regular dentist visits, will keep your gums shining as bright as those pearly whites.
Though it is a year-long must for many, coffee hits different as the seasons change and the weather grows cooler. Similarly, a fall nail trend you're bound to see everywhere this season is latte nails. Just like sipping on a warm, comforting latte during the crisp autumn days, latte nails are all about providing those cozy vibes. Think earthy tones like creamy beige, caramel, and deep and soft browns or nudes with a touch of warmth.
Versatile and complementary of the warmer tones typical of the turn of the season, latte nails are a fabulous choice to embrace the sweater weather.
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