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Help! I Broke Out Before An Important Event!

dealing with acne before big event

Beauty Quickie: Whether its stress, nerves or maybe just the unfortunate luck of the draw, you have developed some acne and you have a really big event to go to, what can you do? First, try not to panic, stressing will not make things any better. Moreover, if you have a couple days to go there is still time to regain control of your skin. Dermatologists recommend taking oral cortisone a few days before to help clear up your skin in the nick of time.

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3 Natural Ingredients That Diminish Acne Scars

3 Natural Ingredients That Diminish Acne Scars-2

If you are going through or have already been through puberty you probably have some battle scars to prove it. Acne scarring can be diminitive to quite severe, but with the help of all natural ingredients 3 Natural Ingredients That Diminish Acne Scarsyou can be on the way to looking like your former self. You are probably already familiar with the benefits of using Aloe Vera or Lavender oil. These two natural remedies can help rid your face and body of any scars.

Nevertheless, an ingredient that you may not be so aware of is Rosehip Seed Oil which is harvested from the seeds of rose bushes. What’s so special about this oil predominately found in Chile? Here’s a little cheat sheet:

  1. Can reduce scarring and fine lines
  2. Bursting with antioxidants, vitamins and essential fatty acids that can hydrate dry skin as well as correct dark spots
  3. A light oil that is not heavy and absorbs quickly
  4. Repairs the skin’s surface while restoring elasticity and protecting skin from environmental factors such as the sun or pollution
  5. Soothes skin

Could Rosehip Seed Oil be the fountain of youth? Well, with numerous benefits such as the ones mentioned above one has to wonder. Therefore, if you want to diminish acne scars utilize Lavender oil, Aloe Vera or Rosehip Seed Oil.

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LATE NIGHT BEAUTY CALL: Beware Of Liquid Foundations

LATE NIGHT BEAUTY CALL_ Beware Of Liquid Foundation

#LATE NIGHT BEAUTY CALL: Even though liquid foundations give amazing coverage and are easy to apply, beware if you have acne prone skin. Liquid Foundations are usually oil based, which means in time it will clog your pores and you will inevitably breakout. So stick to cream to powder foundations, or any other powder based foundation to assure you have less breakouts.

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Back It Up

Black woman backside

With summer quickly approaching less and less clothes are being worn. For those who kept up hitting the gym all winter and spring long, we salute you because you are ahead of the game. However, all the workouts in the world won’t help a girl suffering from “bacne.” Bacne slang for acne that is found on the back can be a little embarrassing to reveal. Below are a few tips to help you feel confident about baring it all this summer.

1. Wash your back with a product that contains an active ingredient of 2% salicylic acid. Try Neutrogena Body Clear Body Wash to get you clean and clear in no time.

2. Prevent breakouts by using a retinol cream at night.

3. Gently use an abrasive sponge to exfoliate skin.