My skincare knowledge, collected over the past 10 years, saved my skin. For those that knew me 8, 9 years ago, they probably never saw how severely bad my skin was because I was constantly covering it up: make-up, hair, paper bag, etc. Acne had been a 4-letter word for me since freshmen year in high school and it plagued me to the end of college.
My break-outs were far from conventional. Pimples and blackheads of all sorts were surfacing on a weekly basis, each of them leaving acne scars that marked me for years. Beyond that, I had terribly dehydrated yet oily skin that was also lobster-red due to Rosacea. What really got me down were the hundreds of bumpy whiteheads that literally cast shadows on my forehead and cheeks. I didn’t have the thick, tough skin that many acne-sufferers had, my skin was hyper-sensitive and I constantly break my skin just from scratching my skin on accident. I was meticulously clean, I washed my pillowcases and makeup brushes daily, wiped my cellphone down w/ alcohol after usage and NEVER allowed anything to touch my face unless it was also meticulously clean. I was obsessed because caring for my skin was next to impossible.
Fast forward to now, my skin is clear and healthy. No one would suspect that I went through the skin disaster described above and I intend on keeping it that way. I also have way too much knowledge on skincare to not do something with it! I would love for my knowledge to help people survive through bad skin so they can get on with life. Might not sound like a big deal to people with “normal” skin but most of us know better!
Anyways, it’s about time I get off my soapbox so we can move on to the important stuff.
Must-taste: Picabi 100% Sparkling Apple Juice
African Hoodia huh? Ashwagandha what?
No need to confuse yourself with tongue-twisting herbs when you’re looking to beautify from the inside out. Picabi 100% Sparkling Apple Juice combines full-spectrum antioxidants, vitamins & phytonutrients with juice of whole apples (so you reap the benefits of stems, seeds and all!) What you get: A positively effervescent apple juice that is oh-so-good for you and tastes just like (surprise!) freshly picked apples. I’m craving to try their 100% Sparkling Grape Juice.
Mini Review: Physicians Formula Plump Potion™ Needle-Free Lip Plumping Cocktail in Clear Potion
I HAD to buy this for its syringe-inspired packaging but I didn't realize it was actually going to WORK! The bee-stung pout appears literally in 60 seconds and the clear formula leaves lips with a healthy flush.
What you may not know: this lipgloss doubles as a super anti-aging treatment- Caffeine firms; Niacin repairs sun damage and encourages a healthy flush; Matrixyl is known for its potent anti-aging benefits; Hyaluronic Acid plumps and hydrates- all this in a gloss formula that rivals MAC Lipglass and at drugstore price to boot.
About Me
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- Brilliant Farmgirl's Beauty Secrets™
- Combining nature-respecting values and 10 years of skincare-obsessed research, I’ve accumulated a whole lot of beauty tips. Whether they are unique beauty tricks or raves on skincare must-haves, I’m prepared to reveal my head-to-toe health & beauty secrets, without the fillers and fluff.
Mini Review: Pevonia Aromatherapy Face Oil-Dry, Devitalized Skin
Even though I don't have dry skin, I use this botanical oil blend on my cheeks every 4-5 days to get a glow that allows me forgo highlighters for days. The combination of Hazel Nut Oil and Ylang Ylang really works to revive lackluster skin.
Mini Review: Dr. Bronner's Castile Soap
There's something about a fresh bar of Dr. Bronner's Castile Soap. I'm addicted to this cult favorite's intoxicating aroma while its do-it-all cleansing abilities makes it my favorite thing to see in soap dishes. My choice scents are Peppermint and Almond- I tie them together with hemp strings and they serve as kitchen/bathroom/dresser potpourri before I use them as soaps.
Mini Review: 100% Pure Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel
Organic body wash that doubles as shampoo = less clutter in the shower. Gentle, Sulfate-free formula leaves you seriously clean. Most ingredients are derived from fruits, so every scent (from Blueberry to Honey Pear) smells like the real thing.
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2 comments:
Your experience is so close to mine, I actually dread leaving the house without at least concealer on because of my bad skin :( I've just read about your youghurt pack method, I have to try it! Thanks for sharing your tips, they're truly amazing. xxx
Hi Rocaille,
Thank you so much! It really means so much to me that I'm helping people with my tips. Please let me know how they work out for you! You have a beautiful name by the way :D
Farmgirl
June 26, 2009
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