diff --git a/modular_skyrat/master_files/code/modules/client/preferences/headshot.dm b/modular_skyrat/master_files/code/modules/client/preferences/headshot.dm
index b63da97b7ee..116e684093a 100644
--- a/modular_skyrat/master_files/code/modules/client/preferences/headshot.dm
+++ b/modular_skyrat/master_files/code/modules/client/preferences/headshot.dm
@@ -39,6 +39,10 @@
 		to_chat(usr, span_warning("The image must be hosted on one of the following sites: 'Gyazo, Discord'"))
 		return
 
+	apply_headshot(value)
+	return TRUE
+
+/datum/preference/text/headshot/proc/apply_headshot(value)
 	if(stored_link[usr.ckey] != value)
 		to_chat(usr, span_notice("Please use a relatively SFW image of the head and shoulder area to maintain immersion level. Think of it as a headshot for your ID. Lastly, [span_bold("do not use a real life photo or use any image that is less than serious.")]"))
 		to_chat(usr, span_notice("If the photo doesn't show up properly in-game, ensure that it's a direct image link that opens properly in a browser."))