My first pimple was when I was 12-13 years old and ever since then I have always had pimples on my face. When I look back at my photos it's hard to pin point a time when I didn't have pimples on my face.
I do however remember between the ages of 17-21 my skin had calmed down and it seemed like my skin was finally clearing to the point were it was manageable and easily covered up with make up.
However last year from April until about Octoberish time my skin went from 0 to a 100 real quick. This was one of the worst breakouts I have ever experienced and at the time I was a bridesmaid for my friend's wedding. Perfect timing!
This was one of the most insecure times of my life, I tried everything and became addicted to beauty - acne products.
When I tell you I tried everything, I really mean I tried everything from facials to organic products, doing masks 3 times a week and even using raw undiluted DETOL on my face - I tried it all.
I became so self conscious and insecure to the point I would not leave the house without any makeup on, but even with the cake on my face you could still see the breakout picking through. I even filmed a makeup tutorial during that time : https://youtu.be/ctdhLQ-CRu8 (click the link to see for yourself)
Picture of my acne breakout - ©Michelle.M 2019
Make-up caked face - ©Michelle.M 2019
The pressure of being a bridesmaid with acne ©Michelle.M 2019
I started to pray about it and begging God to clear my skin. It may sound silly but I believe that God wants to be involved in every part of our lives, especially things that affect our mental state. I was not depressed but I was self conscious and this affected my confidence and the only one who could help me was God.
One day I had a conversation with my mother and she suggested to use what I used before that had previously worked for my skin and to not use too many products but rather keep it simple. So I started going back down memory lane and remembered the Tea Tree range at the Body Shop plus the Nevia skin range I previously used. So then I went to purchase these items and as I purchased them I asked God to help
Now these products are made for sensitive, oily skin and most importantly are gentle. I worked up a routine and to this day have stuck to it while using the products below.
After a month and half I finally started to see results and to this day my skin has never looked better, thank God!!
Best believe your girl is sticking to this routine...
My Skin in March 2019, so much better - ©Michelle.M 2019
I can not rave enough about these products - absolutely amazing!
If you would like me to do a detailed skincare/routine video post please do let me know or leave a comment below.
My skin as of now - ©Michelle.M 2019
Thank you so much for reading this blog,
Until the next one Michelle.M
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