In many cultures, blending in is often seen as a way to avoid bullying. If you look a little different, you’re more likely to face ridicule, which can lead to deeper insecurities. This was certainly the case for Chinedu, who grew up with freckles on his face. What was it like growing up with freckles on your face? “I didn’t even know I had them until I was in primary school, around Primary 1. A group of kids kept making fun of me, saying I had dirt on my face.