Acne struggles!

I'm not sure why I decided to write a title like that, maybe because it's raining outside!?
I must admit I have been lazy with makeup for a long time. I know it's a bit on the strange side since this is a beauty blog but the reason for this is my acne.
For some reason sugar and junk food don't agree with me anymore - in the last year or so.
But since I have stopped eating all the bad stuff (3 days so far - I wonder how long I last), and after reading a very interesting book about the connection between diet and acne. 

I'm almost 100% sure that the spots on my face are related to diet.
I have have a healthy diet, but one chocolate bar or packet of chips and I'll wake up the next morning with multiple spots every time, even if I have them sometimes!

And I know what you're thinking... people wear makeup to hide their acne...that's what concealer's for right? Well for me, it just feels disgusting when I have painful spots coming up all over my face.

My skin is clearing up and I am going to commit to eating healthy from now on 

and since I've said it here, I can't really cheat can I?  

Anyway, that's the reason I'm not wearing makeup as much as I would like to which really sucks when you've got acne too, you develop a love-hate relationship with makeup! 

When I've got painful spots I just like to give my skin a breather and in reality, that's one of the
best things you can do for you skin!

If you're suffering with acne and you think it may be related to diet, or you haven't changed your diet and you think it may be another way to help, try Erica Angyal's books:

Gorgeous Skin for teens & Gorgeous Skin in 30 days.
http://www.gorgeous-skin.com/

I've definitely seen a difference!
I don't particularly want to upload a photo, but I will definitely make a blog post
sometime when my spots clear up.

If that guy on supersize me can eat McDonalds for 30 days in a row (ew) then I can eat healthy for 30 days.

I don't know if that makes sense but I think I know what I mean lol!
And I'm hoping that I will see a difference in my skin. 

I will get back to you in 27 days, (20th December) 

And see how everything goes.

Update: Tried, and failed miserably with this challenge! :(
And also discovered that a lot of my 'acne' isn't actually acne anymore, and just red marks or macules as they call them left over after they have healed.
I've read up about it and they say that good exfoliation works wonders at reducing the appearance of them. I am planning on buying a Clarisonic type brush.

Thanks for reading! 

Emily. x

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Grown Alchemist & Coconut Revolution | Skin care ♥

Hello there ♥

I'm back to share a few favourite skincare products

 by two brands which I just happened to stumble upon, thanks goodness!
Grown Alchemist & Coconut Revolution.

It's the first time I've tried both of these brands and I can truly say I am in love.

What I like most about these products are their scent and feeling on the skin.

 

 Grown Alchemist Firming Tetra-Peptide & Centella Eye Cream

The product on the left is the Grown Alchemist Firming Tetra-Peptide & Centella Eye Cream

which I picked up on SALE last year for $12.50 reduced from $59.95 because they were changing their packaging to a bottle.

Despite buying it just because of the price, I am loving everything about this eye cream.

I love the original packaging, and it's definitely a shame they changed it.

It has a beautiful floral scent, is light on the skin and hydrates the eyes perfectly.

The cream claims to help restore the loss of firmness and elasticity around the eye, target expression lines, wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness and provides below surface hydration.

 I probably wouldn't spend that much to buy it again, but it's a really nice product which I recommend anyone looking for a good eye cream.

There is still a bit in the tube, and if it looks like I've squeezed out every last drop,
it's because I have enjoyed using it that much!

Coconut Revolution Original Body Lotion

In one of the first blog posts I did, I wrote about going to the Beautiful You Beauty Health and Fitness Expo in Melbourne.

The lotion was a sample in a goodie bag I received, and I'm so glad I did!
There's no doubt in my mind that everyone who received the goodie bag went and ordered this lotion.

It is has the most beautiful scent in the world and I just want to slather it all over my body.

It is incredible.

It smells like coconuts - obviously and it's really nice and moisturizing,

I've been keeping this in my handbag and using it as hand cream, I just can't stop smelling it!

Coconut Revolution have products for skin, body, hair and inner health.

I also use the coconut revolution coconut oil as a body moisturizer and recommend that too.
Overall, I am very impressed with these products and wish to buy more from these brands.

 

Have you tried Grown Alchemist or Coconut Revolution?

Emily. x

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How long does my makeup really last?

 Makeup doesn't last forever, and there comes a time where we have to part with it as it maybe doing more harm then good for our health and skin.

Makeup can become a breeding ground for bacteria so replacing it frequently is very important to ensure that you don't get a nasty eye infection or break out.

A lot of women don't know that a mascara lasts less than 6 months, let alone the life of other makeup products so I thought it would be good to give some advice that I've learnt over time and clear everything up!

I did some research to find out what others have to say on expiration dates for makeup and skincare, and a lot of the answers were different, so always check the packaging for the specifics and as it can be difficult to determine how long you've had a product, write the date on it with a permanent marker so you know.

As you can see on this moisturizer, it shows a little tub with an opening lid and a 6M on it.

This means that the product's life should expire within 6 months.
If the product doesn't have this on it, look for another date indicator or use the tips below to determine whether it's ready to bin or not!

I found it difficult to remember how long I had my makeup, and recently I heard someone on YouTube putting the month and year somewhere on her products so I started doing that too!
That way you know exactly how long you've had it!
I think it's a brilliant idea ♥

Makeup:

Mascara
Mascara has one of the shortest use by dates as it is very easy for bacteria to grow inside.
Never pump the mascara as it will cause air to get in and spoil it.
Like most makeup don't share it unless you use a disposable wand each time.
A mascara is recommended to last 2 - 6 months,
it seems like there is different opinions on this,
so whatever you choose to go by, the maximum is 6 months!
If it's getting dry or starts to smell, bin it!

Eye pencil / Lip liner
Like mascara, an eye pencil is introduced to bacteria around the eye.
Always sharpen an eye pencil before each use and you can expect it to last up to 3 years.
The same goes for a lip liner. Sharpen and bin after 3 years.

Lipstick
Lipstick will last up to 3 years,
keep it in the fridge to extend it's life.
Don't share to prevent infection.
Don't use when ill / have an active cold sore.


Lip gloss
Lip gloss will last 18 - 24 months.
Follow same tips as lipstick.


Foundation
Foundation will last 12 - 18 months,
make sure you don't stick your fingers / brush into the bottle as this can introduce bacteria,
spoiling the makeup.
 

Concealer
Expect concealer to last up to 12 months.

Follow the same tips for foundation.

Liquid Eye shadow

Liquid eye shadow will last up to 12 months.

Powder Eye shadow

Powder doesn't grow bacteria as fast as liquid so can be kept up to 3 years.

Nail Polish
12 months depending on quality of product.

Powder - 2 years

Cream blushes & bronzers - 1 year

Powder blushes & bronzers - 2 years

Skin care:

Cleanser - 1 year
Toner, Moisturizer, Eye cream & Exfoliant - 6 - 12 months

Lip balm
Don't share.

 & do not use directly from the stick

while you have an active cold sore.

If you aren't too sure how long you've had a product, check the consistency, smell and try to think back to a distant memory you have of using it.

If in doubt I say just bin it!

I hope you learnt some new things from this post.

How long do you usually keep your makeup?

Emily Jane.
xo

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