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[heitea]

Hello! I'm so glad your skin is improving!! I went on a strict diet a few months ago and saw a dramatic decrease with the spots I was getting - I was roughly 80% clear after a few weeks. My biggest problem was with cutting out sugary foods. Wheat and milk I was fine with cutting out, but because I was cutting out products I'd eaten my whole life I was so hungry all the time and of course that is where sugery cravings came in. I'll be following your blog, I hope it all goes ok

What sort of things are you having a hard time cutting out that you're used to eating? You have to make sure you're eating calories that full you up. You don't have to get rid of wheat entirely-- brown grains are good for you, in moderation. You should try out eating brown rice and wheat breads. Never, ever white bread or white grains.

Thanks for following my progress! Hope yours goes well, too!

[heitea]

So, Day 10! haha. My face is wonderful. I know I haven't posted a picture everyday like before (I'm going to do once a week now), but my skin hasn't been this clear in such a long time. And not only is it clear, it's SO SOFT. I know I keep saying that, but aahhh it feels so good. lol


So, the Manuka Honey is going really well. It's got a medicinal smell that's interesting, but it has little tiny microexfoliators in it that I needed. I'm still using the tea tree oil. All's well!

I'm back at college, so alcohol is being re-introduced to my diet...haha. I haven't seen any side effects of it, so yay! (But I've also only been taking shots...hahaha. No mixed drinks...No beer.) Sorry, I realize alcohol isn't healthy, but I'm allowed and I want to go out with my friends. lol

I'm still continuing with my workouts! Yeaaah! I'm proud of that.

Also, eating well is becoming truly second nature now. Like, I don't find it hard to turn down a slice of cake or a candy bar at all. I just ask myself: "Is this even worth it? Yeah it tastes good, but do I want to hurt my health just for a fleeting moment?" The answer is always no.

K, so, like I said, open to questions. Don't be afraid to ask.

Skin Status: 99% clear of pimples, and just a tiny little bit of the red marks from fading ones.

Edited by heitea, 28 August 2011 - 04:04 PM.

[FightingScars]

I just have a small question for your blog....
Do you think the decrease in your acne is because you are simply growing out of it? You did point out that you are 21, now a senior in college, so maybe your acne has decided to chill out a bit as opposed to your teen years and early college years. Right now, I"m a freshmen in college and my acne is still kind of stubborn....

[alexaaa]

yay I'm glad things are still going good. I saw your picture with makeup and your skin looked flawless! What foundation/concealer do you use? And do you use a primer or finishing powder?

[heitea]

I just have a small question for your blog....
Do you think the decrease in your acne is because you are simply growing out of it? You did point out that you are 21, now a senior in college, so maybe your acne has decided to chill out a bit as opposed to your teen years and early college years. Right now, I"m a freshmen in college and my acne is still kind of stubborn....

Fighting, I really don't think I'm just growing out of it. It's changed DRAMATICALLY in one week, and that week was the week that I decided to do something about it. I actually sort of was skeptical at first, and thought that maybe I was growing out of it, but that's just not realistic. One thing I have grown out of is picking at my skin...I think just that got me half way there in itself.

Good luck...I know, it sucks having problem skin in high school and college...

alexaaa: yay I'm glad things are still going good. I saw your picture with makeup and your skin looked flawless! What foundation/concealer do you use? And do you use a primer or finishing powder?

Alexa, thanks I use Covergirl Natureluxe, which is great because it has cucumber in it. I used to use Clinique Even Better Foundation, but that left me really greasy. Then I put Neutrogena Coverstick concealer on spots, and I use mineral powder from Neutrogena as a setting powder. No primer-- just wash my face with Manuka honey and then dab some tea tree oil, then do my makeup. Pretty simple. Make sure, when using any concealer, that it's not too light, or else it will just highlight your spots. Have fun with it! Make up is fun, it's like creating a piece of art on your face every morning! lol

[alexaaa]

Alexa, thanks I use Covergirl Natureluxe, which is great because it has cucumber in it. I used to use Clinique Even Better Foundation, but that left me really greasy. Then I put Neutrogena Coverstick concealer on spots, and I use mineral powder from Neutrogena as a setting powder. No primer-- just wash my face with Manuka honey and then dab some tea tree oil, then do my makeup. Pretty simple. Make sure, when using any concealer, that it's not too light, or else it will just highlight your spots. Have fun with it! Make up is fun, it's like creating a piece of art on your face every morning! lol

Is the coverage good for Natureluxe? And does it look natural? I've seen the commercials and have been curious to try it. I used to use Cover Girl "clean" liquid makeup, which was anything but clean! I liked the full coverage but HATED how greasy and heavy it was. It literally felt like a mask on my face! So gross. Not to mention it broke me out, but that's not saying much since every foundation I've ever tried has been bad for my skin.. I'm cursed

But I agree, I love makeup! Doing my makeup is my favorite part of getting ready and I always watch beauty gurus on YouTube! Lol

[heitea]

Alexa,

The coverage is good. It's not like, really really opaque, which makes it more natural looking than other makeup. Used in combination with concealer, it's my favorite makeup yet! It feels light on the skin, which is really important to me. I hate being able to feel the makeup on my face. Ick. haha.

I always watch youtube makeup videos too! Have you ever watched Kandee's Makeup tutorials? You should look them up. They're fun! haha

[heitea]

Hey ya'll!

Okay, we're on Day 13! I've not posted since Day 10 because class has started back up! But, just a quick update on how it's all going...

I'm actually getting used to my schedule, and my sleep has been messed up, so I haven't gone for a run in two days. Yick. I feel gross.

But nothing's changed! I'm still slowly improving. Although, I didn't take my Flax Seed one day, and I got a little spot. So, that could have been the reason.

Anyway, still doing the same regimen and everything. Need to go to the gym though! That's my goal for tonight. haha Quick Update: I did go to the gym! Go me!]

-Heidi

Edited by heitea, 04 September 2011 - 09:54 AM.

[heitea]

Hi!!!

DAY 15!
I think I've noticed an interesting trend...the two days in which I haven't taken my flax seed oil and B12, I've gotten little, minor spots. All the other days, I've been fine and no new spots show up. Connection? Not sure. But! I think it's true...flax seed, or anything with Omega 3's, helps. Try it out!

The next day, after taking my flax seed and B12, my little spot seemed to heal almost immediately. It's really interesting.

[heitea]

Hey there!

Okay, so I've not been posting that much lately. This is because I'm clear of acne and I don't really have to think about it at all...

Guys, being healthy is all it takes. You just need to have the willpower to make that decision. Do what's good for your body, your soul, and your mind. You will see results. People should live this way, anyway...

So, go for that run, eat that fruit, DON'T eat that bag of chips...it feels good in the long run, I promise.

I'll keep posting periodically-- adding a new picture every so often.

Good luck everyone! If you have questions, let me know.

[RockingRedhead]

hi heitea,
congratas on finding something that works! I too have found that flax seed oil and exercise REALLY helps. I'm just starting a super b complex supplement so hopefully that will help too. I love my natureluxe foundation too!! I use it as concealer as necessary so it has lasted a really long time. It's the best drugstore foundation I've ever used. covergirl tests on animals, though, so I prob won't buy it again. hopefully I will be clear by the time I run out!

keep us updated with progress and pics!

[heitea]

OH! I had no idea Covergirl tested on animals! Geez! Well, never buying their products ever again... Thanks!

Love flax seed oil AND exercising! Good luck with the B complex! That's really great for your health, too!

[natalie_xox]

What aloe vera do you use? I've been using Aubrey Organics Pure aloe vera but i think the vitamin e in it may be clogging me =\ It really helps with the redness though.

Thanks!

[Peony7]

heitea, on 22 September 2011 - 08:19 AM, said:

OH! I had no idea Covergirl tested on animals! Geez! Well, never buying their products ever again... Thanks!

Love flax seed oil AND exercising! Good luck with the B complex! That's really great for your health, too!

Hiya I am starting to look at the way I eat as well so your log is interesting for me. One thing I wanted to ask was why you take flax seed oil? Years ago I took this and I am pretty sure it reduced the oil on my skin, is this what you have noticed and do you know the reason for it? Many thanks x

[heitea]

Hey! So, I'm sort of starting over now...

I fell of the wagon, unfortunately... I stopped taking my supplements, stopped working out as much and it all went to crap. BUT! I'm re-starting. Actually, this is kind of neat because now I can see if it'll all work a second time. So, that's a good thing, right?

Here's what I'm doing NOW:

• Still a vegetarian
  
• Cutting dairy, gluten, and refined sugars (white bread, candy, etc) out
  
• Taking a daily women's multivitamin, a B12 vitamin, and a flax seed oil capsule (I KNOW-- gelatin, ew, gross. Oh well...)
  
• Exercising at least 3x a week (I'll up that number later-- gotta finish student teaching first)
  
• Drinking more water (not a specific amount, just MORE)

Let's see how this works out I'll start posting pictures soonish. My gallery shows my previous success, but for some reason, all the old comments got deleted. Whatever. haha.

-Heidi