Acne Scars + What I Use On Them!!!

Hey everyone!!!

So today I thought I would do a post on my enemy, acne scars.

If you don't have them, you're extremely lucky! And if you don't know what they are, they're exactly what the name sounds like!!

When you get acne, and pick at it, it leaves a scar on your face. Or in my case, if you get acne and leave it so it won't scar, it scars anyways.

But it leaves little red marks all over, making it look like you have acne, even if you don't.

These are my acne scars.

Like most people, they're on my cheeks and chin.

I took these pictures less than an hour ago, and although it looks like I have a bit of acne, I actually only have two pimples, and only one is visible in these pictures. The rest are scars.

I have extremely oily skin, and usually tend to break out on my chin, neck, cheeks occasionally, under my nose, temples, and very very rarely on my forehead.

These acne scars have been acquired over the last seven years.

When I was 14, I didn't see a point in ever washing my face. So I never did until I was 15 and moved to a new school.

Whenever I get a break out on my cheeks or chin, it scars no matter how careful I am with it.

I admit, I used to pick at it lots because it bothered me, and that didn't help at all!

But the last six months I got serious and stopped, but it all still scars for me.

My mom and I have tried tons of products to try and fade them, but none really worked until recently.

I'll also do a post later on about my skin care routine so you can see that. :3 Cause it's been working pretty good!!

But of all the products I've used, ProActiv was definitely the worst.

It broke me out because my skin didn't like the cleanser, and it scarred like crazy!

I also plan on doing a post on that!

Let me know if you guys are interested in that!

But let's jump into the products I've used that have helped!!

Yes to Grapefruits: Dark Spot Correcting Serum

This is definitely one of the major things that has helped with my scarring. Believe it or not, my skin was about 5x worse than it is right now.

But I've been using this for the past two months or so, and it's helped so much!

I plan on doing a review on this soon.

Nicel Daily Repair

I actually haven't been using this as often, just because of the Yes to Grapefruits serum. My nighttime skin care routine already has so many steps, and adding this in is hard. And having to find where to add it in at is harder.

But when I was using this, it helped fade the spots, and even out my redness. :3 I plan on using it again soon!

Grease Lightning

This is a spot treatment from LUSH. I had heard a ton of people rave about it, and finally decided to buy it after receiving a sample of it. I really enjoy it!

Instead of drying out the pimple instantly and making it flakey and gross, it slowly heals it. :3

Apple Cider Vinegar

This is the final thing I use, and it's the one I've been using the longest.

I've been using this for about two years on and off, for multiple reasons.

The smell is horrendous, and it really burns the eyes to get anywhere near it!

But it did help to fade scars a little bit when I used it. :3

I plan on reviewing all of these products eventually, and going into more detail with each and every one!!

Acne isn't fun, but dealing with acne scars is even worse!

But since using all these products, I've had multiple people tell me how much better my skin works. :3

And if you want to see a cheap and easy way to cover acne scars, let me know! I can do a video/post on that as well!

I hope you all have a lovely day and take the time to appreciate the little things! ^__^

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August Favourites!!!

Hey everyone!!!

Today I'm going to be doing an August Favourites post. :3

I really love watching videos and reading blog posts, as it gives me a chance to find out about new products, or try some that I have in storage. So if you have one for me to check out, post it in the comments!

But moving on!

I missed a few months for favourites, mainly as I've been busy, or just didn't try out new products.

But this month is FILLED with favourites!!

Here's an overview of my favourites. This is actually a lot for me. I expected to only have a couple.

First we have the Maybelline Fit Me Stick Foundation! I'm in the lightest shade, 110.

I hadn't really heard much on this product when I bought it, but I wanted to give it a try anyways.

I actually really like it though, it's really fast and easy to apply when I'm in a hurry!

Awe bugger. This picture is sideways.

Anyways! This is the Rimmel Wake Me Up concealer!

This was actually purchased at the very end of the month, but after three days of using it, I could tell this was going to be a favourite.

I've had really dark circles lately for some reason, and none of my other concealers would cover them up! This bad boy did the job perfectly!

My next favourite is the L'oreal Magic Perfecting Base. :3

I've never really used primers or bases on my face, but I remember my mom using this on me once a few years back, and my skin felt really good afterwards.

The main reason I've been liking this; my makeup goes on so smoothly after, and the pores on my nose look a lot smaller too!

Next up, we have the essence gel eyeliner, in black. I had bought this a while ago, and hated it. It smudged all over and gave me raccoon eye within a few hours. It sucked.

But after seeing neonchipmunk rave about it so much on her blog, I figured it was worth a second try.

I put a powder over it and it stays on all day!!

My last makeup favourite is the Maybelline Rocket Volume Express mascara.

I'm sure everyone's heard of or seen this, or probably even tried it.

I wanted the waterproof version, but I couldn't find it anywhere! 

And at first, I hated this. It clumped everything together and was just really wet and messy.

I left it for a month and finally used it again after packing the wrong one. Oops.

But it works really well now that it's probably dried up some. :3 my lashes look really pretty afterwards!

For skincare, I have two favourites!!

The first is the Michael Todd Jojoba Charcoal scrub! I was sent this in my Ipsy Glambag for the month. I've heard so many people talk about it, and I never tried it because it's pretty expensive.

But after trying it out, I might be willing to splurge. It feels really nice, and actually doesn't smell as bad as I thought it would!

And my second, and last skin care favourite is my Clarisonic Mia 2!!

I'm planning on doing a blog post on this soon too, where I'll include where I bought it from.

I got this brand new, for only $80! Which is insane since everywhere else sells them for $150 at least!!!

It came with everything, like the charger and travel case.

My breakouts have slowed down and my face has cleared up a lot since using this. :3

My next favourite is the Yes to Carrots Shampoo and Conditioner!

I bought these a few months ago, wanting to try something new.

I don't use them every day though, just because of the smell. It's not a horrible smell, but it's not this amazing smell. I've gotten used to it though.

My hair always feels really incredible after using this!

And I lied! Third skin care favourite, hiding in my files. :c

This is the Nicel Daily Repair cream. :3

I bought this, along with some others from my work a few weeks ago.

This one in specific is supposed to help even out your skin and whatnot.

I have lots of acne scars, so I thought this would help.

It burns my face a little bit, but that's because it's doing it's magic. 

My acne scars are a little bit lighter too!!

And my very last favourite is the Vitamin Water in Acai Blueberry Pomegranate.

OH.

MY.

HOLY PICKLES.

I have an obsession with anything blueberry pomegranate.

I discovered this when I was at Shake The Lake! They were giving it out for free, and this is the one I got.

This is probably my favourite thing ever, and it's just the best and I can't even say enough good things about it!

I loved so much stuff this month. And if you guys have a monthly favourite video or blog post, post the link down below or on one of my social media sites so I can check it out!! :3

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