November 5th 2024.
In the midst of this year's US election, many have accused Donald Trump of becoming increasingly unhinged and divisive. However, there is another change that social media users have been quick to point out – Trump's ever-darkening complexion.
Known for his distinctly orange hue, Trump has adamantly denied using any sort of fake tan or bronzing products, instead attributing his vibrant skin tone to "good genes". But a recent photo of him at a rally in Wisconsin, sporting a bright orange high-vis jacket in a jab at opponent Joe Biden, only added fuel to the speculation that he may have "evolved into his final, neon orange form".
While Trump's tan lines have often been the subject of jokes, American photo editor Emily Elsie believes there may be a deeper reason behind his changing complexion – stress. In a series of Instagram stories, she asked why no one was paying attention to this "very important data point".
Sharing a photo of Trump shortly after the first failed assassination attempt on him, Elsie noted how drastically different his skin tone was compared to a more recent image of him giving a speech. She went on to say that she used to believe his varying tan was a result of photo retouching, but now believes it may be a psychological reaction to stress. As his term in office progressed, Trump's skin appeared to get darker and more heavily bronzed. But after his debate with Biden in 2024, when he was ahead in the polls, the makeup seemed to disappear.
Elsie also pointed out that Trump's "mask" of makeup tends to get darker towards the end of his presidential campaigns. However, she urged followers to stop making fun of his appearance and instead consider the possible reasons behind his changing tan. She suggested that Trump's behavior may be a result of feeling trapped, insecure, and surrounded by images of himself.
These posts quickly gained traction on social media, with millions of views in just one day. Whether or not Trump's increasingly orange complexion is a result of stress or something else entirely, it's clear that people are paying close attention to every aspect of his appearance during this heated election.
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