Current Foundation/Concealer Collection

*For acne-prone skin (DUH)

 I decided to make a video about it instead of typing out everything :-)
(View it on youtube--it's better)

STAY SWEET xo

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skincare - while on accutane

Clearly, this post is loooong overdue, since I'm almost done my 5th month ( :-o !!!!!) 

I also deeply apologize for the poor quality of the photos. I couldn't find my camera, so I resorted to using my iphone 5s.

Accutane has been doing wonders for my skin. While it has its wonderful-amazing-heaven-sent-beautiful effects it also has its negative-hell-sent ones. As I have mentioned before it is VERY drying. VERY VERY drying. I cannot stress that enough. 80% of the time my insides feel like it's being gradually dried out hence my constant need for water. My dehydration can be clearly seen through my skin--it's DRY af. What sucks is that it's ALREADY SENSITIVE but at the same time DRY.

I introduce you a routine thats been working for me so far -- based on the method: trial and error (;_;)

STARTING OFF WITH CLEANSERS - Since I still wear foundation which are medium to full coverage I was on the hunt for gentle cleansers that will remove it all at once--not leaving my face dry since it is already DRY. 

I discovered (1) Boscia's makeup-breakup cool cleansing oil and yes it works and it is amazing. It removes my foundation and eyemake up. What's amazing about it is that it doesn't burn nor does it tingle--and it does its job. 

However, since I am not 100% sure that's my foundation's completely removed - I do double-cleansing - which leads to (2)Cetaphil gentle skin cleanser - love this stuff. Very gentle on the skin and removes any remnants of makeup. Also, this is my go-to-cleanser (I use this in the morning or on the days where I do not wear makeup).

 And of course, On the days where I just feel icky and unclean(?) after and (1)and(2)I use my holy grail / lifesaver (3)Bioderma sensibio makeup remover - this cleanser is for that assurance I guess? Like to assure that my skin is definitely clean (no makeup or dirt whatsoever).

MOISTURIZERS 1 - Now this is the CRUCIAL step / part of my routine--without these babies I feel like a dried up prune.

(4.1)Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream - This is the first time I have ever used a cream on my face. I have always used moisturizing LOTIONS but never creams. Creams have a more heavier consistency therefore it is VERY moisturizing. If I wasn't on accutane I'm 100% certain that this would break me out. Anyways, this cream REALLY helped with the dryness. I use this right after I pat my face dry.

(4.2)Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizing Cream - Reason why it's 4.2 is because I use this cream ONLY when I feel super duper dry. The problem with this is that it's NOT GENTLE (or at least based on my experience). I remember applying this cream on a dry patch and it stung like crazy, whereas when I applied the Cetaphil one, it did not sting. So now I only apply it on parts where there are no dry patches (or I use it in combination with the Cetaphil)

(5)Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly - This one's a given lol. It's vaseline. Now I don't apply this on my face-I apply it near my eyes since it get's reaaallly dry there (and was also recommended by my dermatologist)

MOISTURIZERS 2 - LIPS AND EYES

(6)Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment w/ Avocado - I only got this because of the many positive reviews online. I really did not want to buy the full container - I wanted a sample but unfortunately the "ran out" of samples from where I bought it. I was super desperate because the area around my eyes was really dry and was bothering me.  Honestly, it's just your average eye cream and it may have also caused a few of the tiny bumps under my eyes. 

(7)Blistex DCT (Daily Conditioning Treatment) SPF 20 - After buying numerous lip balms/moisturizers, this was definitely the best / effective one. This stuff works and it has SPF! The only downside to this is that I need to use my fingers to get the product and to apply on my lips. Other than that, I love this. 

The area around my eyes is still very dry and I'm still on the hunt for moisturizers / products that actually work and are gentle. 

STAY SWEET x

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UPDATE

Yep, still on Accutane—halfway done my third month!

Yes, it is working but very very drying.

I still breakout tho, but definitely not as bad—no more cystic.

However, since I don’t breakout as often, my scars are becoming more prominent. My scars are actually pretty bad haha, I might get a dermaroller after my Accutane run.

My next update will probably be my 6th month!
So excited to finish.

stay sweet x

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WHOA— ACCUTANE

Well, finally. I'm finally on Accutane.
I've always wanted to try this medication since my family doctor won't stop mentioning it to me.

I made a visit to my derma last August 6, and I told him that his last prescription didn't really help and he finally suggested Accutane. Of course, I agreed to it.
He told me about the side-effects and birth control stuff. Also, there were forms that needed to be signed.
Well, the blood test result was good enough and I was able to get my first pack of the medicine.

I'm actually on my 20th day, (I took the pictures earlier).
While taking this medication, pregnancy is a DEFINITE no, thus, the repetitive symbol.
Also, no alcohol, (which was a downer because I turned 19 recently lol).

MY EXPERIENCES // RESULTS (So far):

RECAP: I have moderate to severe acne, and I have tried several acne medications may it be over-the-counter or prescriptions. I suffer from chronic cystic acne. And I've had it since I was 13.

1st week - I experienced massive joint paints especially on my chest, maybe the ribcage? Slight dryness on my lips and face. Experienced a few breakouts. Got a few headaches and was very dehydrated.

2nd week - DRY. DRY EVERYWHERE. Especially on the face (My fault, since I didn't have a proper moisturizer catered for dry skin). My lips also started to get really dry. I finally got the cetaphil moisturizer cream and aquaphor healing ointment --SAVED MY SKIN/LIPS. Still massive joint points. I also learned to constantly drink water. My skin became more sensitive that I had to change my skincare routine. New breakouts once again, and breakouts from 1st week diminished.  Felt tired almost all the time.

3rd week (currently) - Still dry, but the cetaphil cream really helps. More breakouts, no more headaches, dry lips, some joint pains. Pores are definitely shrinking. Whenever I touch my face I don't see oil anymore.

I wanted to document my progress with photos but I didn't really have the time and I'm lazy. Plus, School.

I might post my current skincare routine while on Accutane.

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