LOVE Island star Malin Anderson revealed her striking new hairdo as she posed in a white thong.

The former reality TV star, 33, looked incredible in new snaps shared to her social media as she showed off her blonde buzzcut.

NINTCHDBPICT001062739896Malin Anderson insisted there was ‘no more hiding’ as she showed off her new hairdoCredit: Instagram Love Island's Malin Anderson reveals blonde buzzcut as she poses in thong and crop top Copyright: InstagramThe former reality star has opted for a blonde buzzcutCredit: Instagram

Last week, Malin explained she wanted to give her look a shake-up after years of using her hair as her “armour”.

She told fans: “So I went to a trichologist today and told her I felt like I’ve lost my style, my vibe… she suggested the Amber Rose.

“For a long time, my hair was part of my armour.

“It framed my face. It softened my edges.

“I’ve always known how to look pretty. I’ve always known how to present well. I’ve always known how to maintain an image.

“But beauty can sometimes become a shield.

“And as women, especially in the public eye we’re taught very early that our value is intertwined with how we look.

“How polished we are. How feminine. How acceptable.”

Malin went on to say: “We are allowed to redefine what beauty means to us.

“There’s something powerful about removing the thing you’ve always hidden behind and realising… you’re still here.”

Malin then showed off her stylish new look in just a grey crop top and a white thong.

She was seen posing on the floor with her arms in the air and her tattoos on display.

The TV star captioned it: “2026 – No more hiding.”

At the end of last year, Malin revealed her worlds away from reality TV.

NINTCHDBPICT001063616450Malin ditched her short brunette bob and insisted that ‘beauty can sometimes become a shield’Credit: Instagram

Malin featured on the second series of the highly popular programme back in 2016, lasting twenty five

The took to to reveal her career change and said: “I’ve decided to start training as a midwife.

“After everything I’ve experienced in life and , I feel called to walk alongside women at one of the most sacred thresholds of life.

“This isn’t me “giving up” on my voice or speaking it’s me grounding it in something deeply real.

“I’ll always continue sharing, writing and creating, but this time it will come from an even more rooted place.

“As I begin my studies, I’m open to working with brands and projects that align with this new path. family, wellness, lifestyle, education, .

“Anything that helps support me and my daughter while I take this leap means so much.

“This is a big transition and I know I won’t walk it alone. If you feel called to connect, collaborate, or co-create in this season. my inbox is open.’

“I have the experience of losing a baby, having a baby, pre natal and post natal and raising a child without parents.’

“I want to put that to good use.. maybe I can use my voice and platform to help improve things. Who knows. A spiritual midwife eh.

“Oh and the resilience I have within me when it comes to bullying/work place toxicity – my co operation with no. 10 & the home office I could do something really good here to help.”

found fame on the second series of in 2016, spending 24 days in the villa where she was partnered with .

Though the two hit it off, their relationship quickly went downhill on the show.

was eliminated from the Island on day 25, but Terry chose to remain despite their official relationship status as boyfriend and girlfriend.

Shortly after her departure, Terry cracked on with bombshell .

In a surprising turn of events, Malin made a comeback to the show to confront Terry, leading to a heated altercation.

But earlier this year, Malin called for the show to be axed – eight years after

She said it was “shocking” the staple is still on-air and accused the show of fuelling and glorifying toxic relationships.

Last month, Malin took to Instagram to announce her decision to in a candid reel.

Malin described how she “had enough” of staying in the UK when it felt empty to her and how she wished to become happier after living “29 years of sadness” including facing family deaths, , and .

And she certainly faced some heart-breaking challenges as her mother passed away at the end of 2017 aged 65 after battling stomach cancer.

Around two years later, as well from complications of being born prematurely.

In January 2022, – with her boyfriend Jarad.

However, four weeks later she and Jarad split and to cope with her new life as a single mum.

The wellness influencer then in November.

She explained she felt “embarrassed” from her ex-boyfriend two months after going official.

'Love Island', Series 2 TV show, Episode 05, Mallorca, Spain - 2016Malin shot to fame on Love Island on the 2016 seriesCredit: Rex Features