Jas Dudley-Scales opens up about making it to TC Candler’s 100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2025, overcoming insecurities, and learning to be gentle with herself.

A deluge of notifications greeted Pinoy Big Brother: Gen11 housemate Jas Dudley-Scales on what began as a rather typical morning.

“I was confused at first,” she admits. “People kept congratulating me, and I didn’t know why.”

Only after opening a digital article did it sink in: she had been included in TC Candler and The Independent Critics’ 100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2025, landing at No. 88.

Her name appeared alongside internationally recognized Filipinas like Andrea Brillantes and Liza Soberano—both previously ranked No. 1—as well as P-pop sensation BINI Aiah, models, and actresses she has long admired.

Talking to PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) on January 1, 2026, she expresses: “Kinilig ako. I had that moment of, ‘Oh my gosh, is this real?’

“I’m grateful, of course. But I don’t live my life holding onto it. Beauty is subjective. Life goes on.”

For Jas, being named in a global beauty list does not suddenly grant her authority over what beauty should look like. If anything, it has reinforced her long-held belief that ranking faces will always be limited.

“There are so many beautiful women,” she says. “Some are public, some aren’t. Just because we’re visible doesn’t mean beauty starts and ends with us.”

Debates, comparisons, and even dismissive remarks from people insisting someone else “deserved” the spot more, are few of the things inevitably attached to such lists.

The 26-year-old talent takes it in stride nonetheless.

“I’ve seen comments saying, ‘My girlfriend is prettier than them.’ And honestly, that can be true,” she says, laughing lightly.

“Beauty doesn’t lose value just because it isn’t on a list.”

What matters more to her is that recognition doesn’t erase insecurity, and it doesn’t make a person immune to criticism.

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Growing Up Under Standards That No Longer Fit

Looking back, Jas remembers how rigid the expectations from women were—whether it be the color of their skin or the shape of their body or the texture of their hair.

Social media, she believes, has played a role in changing that. Not perfectly, but noticeably.

“I’m happy that we’re evolving. We’re accepting. We’re more loving. I think we’re better now at accepting different shapes, sizes, and looks. It’s not just one standard anymore.”

Still, progress doesn’t mean the old pressures have disappeared. Jas herself has been on the receiving end of body-shaming comments as her visibility grew.

“‘You’re not even beautiful. Ang pangit mo. You’re like this.’ I’m part of those people na sinasabihan ng ganyan,” she cites matter-of-factly.

“And ako, hindi naman ako natatamaan because I know myself parang confident enough and then it’s fine, you know.

“I’ve loved my flaws or my insecurities ‘cause it’s part of who I am and ganito talaga. I’m a human being.”

Like most people, the Letra Games Begin host had to go through the grind to get to the level of self-love she possesses today.

She spills past struggles with her body—especially during her high school years—with features she felt stood out too much.

“My arms,” she says without hesitation. She avoided sleeveless tops, tube dresses, anything that might draw attention: “I just wanted to be covered.”

What helped her slowly move past it was a gradual shift in perspective sparked by support.

“Siguro surround yourself with friends who are supportive and family, kasi family ko ganun din, e, kaya super naging confident na lang ako.”

Jas also recalls advice from her late father that stayed with her to this day.

She quotes her father: “‘You know what? You can’t be always beautiful, you can’t always be pretty, you can’t always have the perfect body or the perfect face because you’re a human being and, you know, that’s life.

“‘You go through that. You go through downs so that you appreciate the ups more.’ Parang ganun lang.

“So siguro, I had that mindset na, ‘You know, so what if I don’t fit the standard? If I don’t fit the standard, then I’m gonna make my own standard for myself.’ Like, I don’t need validation from people I don’t know.”

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Jas’s Beauty Goals

Today, Jas’s idea of beauty is inseparable from health.

Her priorities reworked themselves after being diagnosed with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), a hormonal condition characterized by hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, high androgen levels, among others.

Having the condition reinforced Jas to pay closer attention to her body rather than fight against it.

“I can’t focus on the outside if I’m not okay on the inside,” she notes.

Instead of chasing quick fixes, she learned to listen to her body more, getting to know its limits and energy levels.

At the same time, medical assistance was at play: “I had a huge help with, of course, Brilliant Skin, Brilliant Medical Group, and I take, uh, Newmoon PH Soft Glow + Nighty Bright.”

Photo/s: Screengrab from Facebook | Jas Dudley-Scales PBB Gen 11

The process hasn’t been linear, and the Star Magic artist doesn’t pretend it is: “I’m still going through it. I’m not a ‘full survivor’ yet, but healthier ovaries. Thank you, Lord!”

This matters to her, as someone who doesn’t want her journey to be read as a before-and-after transformation story, but as an ongoing relationship with her body.

“I want people to know you don’t have to be super skinny,” she says. “This is life.”

Feeling good, she explains, affects everything else: “When I look in the mirror and I feel good, that shows. It radiates.”

When asked what she would tell young girls dealing with insecurity, Jas doesn’t offer platitudes.

“If you can’t change something in ten seconds, don’t stress over it,” she says. “Get to know your body.

“There are so many factors—hormones, health, stress. Once you understand yourself better, it gets easier.”

And when one’s confidence needs some gassing up, Jas is unapologetic about seeking help.

“If going to the gym, seeing a dermatologist, or changing your routine makes you feel confident, do it,” she encourages. “Do whatever works for you.”

What she warns against is harshness, especially toward oneself.

This is something she candidly reminds fellow PBB alums Kai Montinola and Rain Celmar, whom she looks after like younger sisters.

“When you’re young, don’t be too hard on yourself. Enjoy life, just chill.”