SOCIALLY FILTERED
Love it or hate it – social media is here to stay. But, is it really social in the true sense of the word? I’m not sure. Am I connected with more people by using Facebook and Instagram? Yes. Would I have been able to maintain as many relationships; staying connected with people all overContinue reading “SOCIALLY FILTERED”
MY PSYCHOLOGICAL ACNE SCARS
Like so many others, when I first developed acne as a teenager I sought the advice of a doctor. And I think it would be fair to say that we all received a very similar treatment for our skin condition – topical solutions, followed by antibiotics, oral contraception and when all else fails Isotretinoin. CanContinue reading “MY PSYCHOLOGICAL ACNE SCARS”
HORMONE-FREE BIRTH CONTROL
From 2005 – 2013, I tried various contraceptive pills to combat my acne. Starting with Norethisterone and later Dianette, Microgynon, & Yasmin. At the time, taking birth control seemed like the best and only option. While I hoped that it would have a positive affect on my skin, I also used it for its originalContinue reading “HORMONE-FREE BIRTH CONTROL”
WHY GUA SHA?
If you follow me on social media you will know that I love Gua Sha facial massage. And it’s not just me! Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese Medicine practice that has more recently become a world-wide beauty trend. My favourite thing about Gua Sha is that it’s a simple but effective addition to anyContinue reading “WHY GUA SHA?”
BE THE CHANGE
Right now it’s hard to imagine that any good can come out of COVID-19. But I am confident that positive change is already in motion. And as always if you can’t see the change – be the change. In September 2017 I lived through the chaos that was hurricane Irma. It was the most powerfulContinue reading “BE THE CHANGE”
HOW TO USE YOUR LYS JOURNAL
Whatever your goal, believing YOU CAN means you’re already halfway there! But it’s not easy to stay optimistic when you feel like you’ve tried everything, and nothing works. The first few weeks of the LYS journal is a fresh start and the beginning of achieving the results you want. It’s time to put aside yourContinue reading “HOW TO USE YOUR LYS JOURNAL”
SUNSCREEN FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN
Just when you get into a good skincare routine, the weather changes and so does your acne. Yes, learning how to love your skin in the summer months is hard when you have spots! This is especially true if you are trying to conceal your breakouts in the heat. Oh what you would give toContinue reading “SUNSCREEN FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN”
FOUNDATIONS TO CONCEAL ACNE
When my acne was at its worst, foundation ranked highly in a list of items that I could not live without. You could say that over the years I’ve established a very unhealthy relationship with makeup! Like other blemished beauties experience; there are times when I can’t leave the house or even answer the doorContinue reading “FOUNDATIONS TO CONCEAL ACNE”
HAVE YOU TRIED WASHING YOUR FACE?
I’ve lost count of the amount of times I have been asked that question. And like so many others I grew up believing that only people with dirty faces got acne. While this is simply NOT true; establishing a good cleansing routine will help prevent further infection. When I first started getting spots in myContinue reading “HAVE YOU TRIED WASHING YOUR FACE?”
FINDING SKINCARE THAT WORKS FOR YOU
An essential part to clearing your acne is finding skincare that works for you. With so many skincare options to choose from, it isn’t easy knowing which way to invest your money. So many of us fall into the trap of buying the product that has the best television commercial or our favourite celebrity endorsingContinue reading “FINDING SKINCARE THAT WORKS FOR YOU”
CLEAR SKIN GOALS
It is not uncommon for most of us to grow up with a ‘life plan’, anticipating where we will be professionally and personally by certain milestones. Most of my friends planned to be married by the time they reached twenty-five and others mentally scheduled the date when they would start a family. We all know that havingContinue reading “CLEAR SKIN GOALS”
DOES SUGAR & DAIRY MAKE ACNE WORSE?
Dairy When it was first suggested by a colleague over ten years ago that I stop drinking milk, I said no straight away. I loved milk and was not prepared to give it up. They say dairy (like sugar) is addictive and like any addiction; you have to want to give it up. At thatContinue reading “DOES SUGAR & DAIRY MAKE ACNE WORSE?”
ACNE LIGHT THERAPY
A real turning point in my journey to clear skin was when I first discovered the effectiveness of LED lights for acne. I was invited to try it by EF MEDI SPA in London and like most things, I was sceptical with no expectations to see results. The lamp that they used was called DermaLux and by allContinue reading “ACNE LIGHT THERAPY”
7 STEPS TO PREVENT YOUR ACNE SPREADING
When you have spots, the last thing you want is MORE SPOTS. Every time I think my skin is improving, another flareup is waiting just around the corner. There are several EASY ways to prevent your acne from spreading, helping you to get a few more ‘good skin days’. 1. CLEANSING When you wash yourContinue reading “7 STEPS TO PREVENT YOUR ACNE SPREADING”
ENVIRON FACIAL FOR ACNE SCARRING
Today I treated my skin to an Environ Facial. There is nothing quite like being pampered on a heated bed whilst it is cold and raining outside! When it comes to having facials, I am very particular about which skincare brand is used. If I don’t like the products or the treatment hasn’t come recommendedContinue reading “ENVIRON FACIAL FOR ACNE SCARRING”
IT’S NOT MAKEUP, IT’S WAR PAINT
An interview with War Paint founder; Daniel Grey. He explains how wearing makeup has given him confidence to be himself.
MAKEUP TIPS FOR MEN
Applying makeup for the first time can be a daunting prospect, no matter what gender you are. These helpful tips will have you applying like a pro in no time!
3 WAYS TO PREVENT ACNE SCARRING
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is: “How do you get rid of ACNE SCARRING?” Those red and pitted marks effect my confidence nearly as much as the spots they stemmed from. Though my skin has recently just broken out, these days I am mostly covering up scarring. Every time I lookContinue reading “3 WAYS TO PREVENT ACNE SCARRING”
DOES MAKEUP MAKE ACNE WORSE?
Quite possibly one of the most frequently asked questions in the acne community! There are many ways makeup can make your skin worse but if you are removing it properly each day and following my tips below; you should be able to wear it guilt free! Before you go scrolling off, I want you toContinue reading “DOES MAKEUP MAKE ACNE WORSE?”
5 SUPPLEMENTS TO PREVENT ACNE
Over the last few weeks I have increased my intake of fresh fruit and vegetables and cut out foods high in sugar and dairy. While I would prefer to get all of my nutrients from food, sometimes it isn’t always possible to eat a variety of fresh, vitamin and mineral rich fish, fruit and vegetables all weekContinue reading “5 SUPPLEMENTS TO PREVENT ACNE”
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEAUTY SLEEP
How many times have you wished that your acne will be gone before you go to sleep? When my skin was really bad, the first thing I would do in the morning was touch my face to check if my skin felt as painful as the night before. Whether you suffer from acne or notContinue reading “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEAUTY SLEEP”
PERSPECTIVE CHANGES EVERYTHING
Whether you have been dealing with acne for six months or six years; at some point you will have felt ugly. It is easy to slip into periods of self-loathing and depression but what you may not have realised is how guilty you’re feeling. Are you feeling guilty that you’ve let down another friend on accountContinue reading “PERSPECTIVE CHANGES EVERYTHING”
ACNE HEALING FOODS
Food intolerances are responsible for a lot of us experiencing breakouts and if you suffer with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) like me; you will probably find that the relationship between your skin and your gut health is very closely linked. A lot of the blemished beauties out there have heard that there are some foodsContinue reading “ACNE HEALING FOODS”
