Vichy Normaderm for Back to School blemishes

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 Hello Gorgeous!
How is the brand new 'back to school' experience treating you?

I hope it's good! If not-let's get to gettin' you feeling good about it! How is your skin? Do you have some blemishes you need to take care of?

I like the Vichy line of skincare for it's effectiveness and feel on the skin. This product, the Normaderm is perfect for hot, sweaty Arizona weather ( record setting...again...) that when you put on your sunscreen and your makeup-it's no wonder that a break out happens.


Try the Vichy line, learn more about it here: and below find some great information on the Normaderm hydrating lotion! It's about $20 online or at CVS drugstores.

Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Hydra-Peeling Technology

1. Clears + helps prevent new blemishes
2. 24Hr. hydration
3. Instant matte-effect

To help break the cycle of acne imperfections, go beyond treating blemishes and blackheads. Healthy, clear skin also needs to be hydrated and mattified. Unique association of salicylic acid with 2 other powerful micro-exfoliating ingredients [glycolic acid + LHA] in a daily hydrating lotion.
Triple Action on: Acne blemishes, blackheads and clogged pores. Dry Skin. Shine
Oil Free | Paraben Free | Allergy Tested | Non-Comedogenic
Questions? Call 1-877-37-VICHY
Made in France


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Tanda Zap-the blue light special of acne clearning

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Hello Gorgeous!
I recently tried the Zap by Tanda. It retails for about $50 on their website and also at Sephora.com.
I'm a 'once in a while' blemish kind of gal-so I purposely caused a pimple to test this product on.
Perhaps that is why it didn't give me amazing results? I've been reading reviews on www.makeupalley.com and most of them are glowing reports of amazing proportions! Ladies have described that acne cleared up and pimples were gone within 24 hours without irritation, redness or a bump! That's good to read-so I think it's me the user not the product. I did not try any of the Tanda creams-I put the Zap over my freshly waashed skin/pimple and held the bluue light on it for the duration of the buzzing and blue light being on. It's not uncomfortable and has no scent or stinging. So if you are sensitive to acne medications such as benzoyl peroxid or salicylic acid-this may be a good option for you! Remember, with most cosmetic items, it can be returned or exchanged as long as you have your receipt and the box it came in. I think Tanda Zap is worth a try for ladies from teen to perimenopause experiencing hormonal acne late in life.
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I went camping over the weekend and though I packed my facial cleansing cloths to remove my makeup as I roughed it out in the elements, I still got a pimple. Darn it!

So I have started to use it, and it has a light scent, not overpowering and didn't sting when I applied. The best thing about this acne/pimple product is that it is using 5% salycilic acid to treat the blemish instead of the harsher benzoyl peroxide.

Either way-I expect this unwanted guest to be gone by morning! Enjoy the videos, and remember to subscribe to get your chance at product giveaways!

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C.L.E.A.R. skin tips from Paula Begoun

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Hi friends,
Are you enjoying the "guest blogging" ? I hope so! I trust that the "cosmetics cop" Paula Begoun will have some helpful and insightful tips for you to help get your skin in great back to school shape- just right for year book photos too!
Enjoy and remember to tell yourself how beautiful you are! Jesus loves you and so do I!
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Back To School C.L.E.A.R. Skin Secrets from Paula Begoun


It’s almost that time of year again, a time when parents are scurrying to buy back to school supplies while teenagers are in pursuit of the perfect outfit for the first day of class. In the mist of all this, teenagers must also contend with stubborn acne, which is exacerbated by the stress of returning to school. To help alleviate some of the tension, below are Acne C.L.E.A.R. Skin Tips from Paula Begoun, skincare expert and bestselling author of Don’t Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me.

•Clean Twice Daily: Use a gentle, water-soluble cleanser to remove excess oil and makeup that lead to clogged pores and dull-looking skin. A cleanser with an antibacterial agent such as triclosan can jump-start the process of killing acne-causing bacteria.
•Leave-On Exfoliant is a Must: Daily use of a well-formulated, leave-on product with salicylic acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid, or BHA) works beautifully to remove dead skin cells that get stuck in pores, mix with excess oil, and lead to breakouts. Salicylic acid also works to reduce the redness from acne and provides an additional antibacterial punch, getting you that much closer to clear, super-smooth skin!
•Eradicate Acne-Causing Bacteria: After exfoliating, apply a lightweight anti-acne product that’s medicated with benzoyl peroxide. This topical disinfectant is genius at quickly eliminating the bacteria that leads to the acne you don’t want! Apply your benzoyl peroxide product to breakout-prone areas—don’t spot treat only the acne you see now! Doing so means you’ll end up chasing acne all over your face, which is frustrating.
•Avoid Heavy Moisturizers: If you have oily skin, do not use moisturizer, even if it’s oil free! Your face is already producing an excess amount of oil and there is no need to add more. If you have dry areas, apply a lightweight, gel-textured moisturizer for soothing relief or opt for a serum, especially great to prep skin for makeup.
•Remove Surface Pimples: Need to pop that prominent blemish fast before your date? You can do it in three easy steps. First, cleanse skin and pat dry. Next, using the flat of your fingertips (not your nails) place your fingers on the edge of the swelling. The final step is to gently push down and in on the swelling. If that doesn’t release the contents the first time, change the positioning of your fingers and try again. If that doesn’t work, you are done. REMEMBER, never scratch, itch or burn your pimple! What else to avoid? Toothpaste! You’ll read that this works great to eliminate a stubborn pimple, but in fact it can make matters worse by causing excess irritation.
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