Beauty mask

Waking up to reality

Mariana reflects on her decision to be more honest with herself. She feels a mixture of anxiety and determination to face the challenges that come with this decision.

Lucas continues to be a constant presence in Mariana's life. They meet at school and Lucas notices that she seems different, more confident. He encourages her to continue being herself and tells her he's there for her no matter what happens.

Meanwhile, Henrique also observes the changes in Mariana. He gets closer to her, and although he continues to tease her from time to time, he begins to show a more protective and caring side. The tension between Lucas and Henrique increases as they both try to support Mariana in their own way.

The school announces a new group project and Mariana, Lucas, Henrique, Sofia and Ana end up in the same group again. They need to work together on an art project, which creates several opportunities for interactions and relationship development.

During the project, Mariana begins to open up more to her friends. She shares some of her insecurities and fears without completely revealing her secret. Sofia and Ana support her and encourage her to be more confident. Lucas and Henrique, on the other hand, try in different ways to show Mariana that she is valuable for who she is.

Mariana's family dynamics continue to be explored. Her sister, Sofia, and her younger brother, Júnior, notice that Mariana is changing and try to support her. Sofia, in particular, begins to worry more about her sister and tries to create moments of conversation and support.

Mariana decides to take a big step and go out without makeup for a casual meeting with Lucas. She is extremely nervous, but Lucas finds her and greets her with a smile, telling her that she looks beautiful anyway. This moment further strengthens Mariana's trust and the bond between the two.

Sara continues to be a source of conflict at school. She tries to sabotage Mariana during a project presentation, but Mariana, with the support of her friends, manages to do well. This event shows Mariana's growing strength and resilience.

In a moment of vulnerability, Mariana meets Henrique in a cafe. They have a sincere conversation where Henrique reveals more about his past and his own insecurities. Mariana feels comforted knowing that she is not alone in her fears and begins to see Henrique in a different way.

Mariana faces another challenge: a school party where everyone expects her to have perfect makeup. She decides to go to the party with a more natural look, without completely hiding her imperfections. Lucas and Henrique, both aware of her decision, promise to be by her side, ready to support her.