A True-life Experience!

About Me

Hi, my name is Stephanie and I am 40 years old. I have been suffering from acne all throughout my adolescent years. Each time I use a new product which assists the initial acne flare to subside, a little hopefulness begins to build in my heart, hoping that I have finally found the right product. But then the notorious acne decides to flare up again and thus begins another vicious roller coaster cycle of looking for “The Acne Product” to end the acne breakouts.

Three years ago my just turned teenage son started developing acne. I could not bear to think of the emotional and stressful trauma that I know he would be going through. Thus I began to seriously search for answers.

 

 

 

Realization

One day as I was busy in the garden, it suddenly dawned on me that by providing the right fertilizer (I now use organic only), the right soil and the right amount of water and sunlight, my flower beds would flower abundantly. Doesn’t the same principal apply to our internal system? The right input = the appropriate output. Thus garbage in = garbage out.


My Initial Search

My search led me to a website called Skin Deep which is managed by Environmental Working Group’s (EWG),a non profit organization. The EWG provides light to unsettling facts which we as consumers have a right to know on the hazardous level of the cosmetic/facial products which we are using. Their research, indicates the hazardous level through score key levels.

Hazardous score key levels are  -:

0 – 2 Low Hazard , 3 – 6 Moderate Hazard, 7 – 10 High Hazard.

 


Shocking News – Hazardous level of the products I had used

Imagine the shock I had when I discovered the hazardous level of the products I had used. No wonder the acne would only heal for a short while and reoccur again as my skin was retaliating.

The following are the products which I had used -:  
 

 

L ‘Oreal Dermo Expertise Acne Response, Intensive Adult Acne Peel

    

 

 

 

  •     This company has not signed Compact for Safe Cosmetics
  •     This company conducts animal testing  

 

 Murad Acne Complex Kit

     

 
 

 

  • This company has not signed Compact for Safe Cosmetics
  • This company does not test on animals.

  

Clearasil Ultra Cleasing Scrub  

  

   

  • This company has not signed Compact for Safe Cosmetics
  • This company’s animal testing policy is unknown


On Line Products

There were also a number of products which I had purchased on line. Unfortunately there is no research data available on these products nor were they listed on Skin Deep website. Hence I conducted a search based on the chemicals listed on the products.

1)   SALICYLIC ACID  ( 7 – High Hazard out of 10)  

Salicylic is an Anti Acne Agent. It may also be listed as Benzoic Acid, 2- Hydroxy, O – Carboxyphenol, 2- Hydoxybenzoic Acid, Carbolic Acid, Hydroxy Benzoic Acid.

2)  Sulfur  ( 1 – High Hazard out of 10)  

It may also be listed as Colloidal, Flowers of Sulfur, Colloidal Sulfur, Sulphur.

3) Benzoyl Peroxide  ( 7 – High Hazard out of 10)  

It may also be listed as Benzoyl Superoxide, Aztec BPO, Dibenzoyl Peroxide, Peroxide, Dibenzoyl, Acnegel.

4) Glycolic Acid  ( 4 – High Hazard out of 10)  

Glycolic Acid is an exfoliating agent. Also known as Hydroxyacetic Acid, Acetic Acid, Alpha Hydroxyacetic Acid.


My Understanding Of Acne  

Acne is basically a manifestation of toxin buildup which signals that the body lacks certain nutrients or there may be a “malfunction” of one of the elimination organs. These toxins cause inflammation in the body and the excess buildup of dead skin which clogs the pores and this leads to acne. Depending on topical applications alone will not yield results as there are also internal factors which need to be rectified. Besides, the amount of chemical hazards listed in these products are shocking. It’s no wonder that the Pharmaceutical Companies do not want the ACTUAL TRUTH of Acne Cure and Treatment to be revealed as it would kill their multi billion dollar industry!

 


Getting Rid of Toxins  

A significant percentage of the human body consists of water. The human body in the adult male consists about 60% water and in the adult female about 55%. Water plays a vital role in regulating body temperature, assisting in the function of organs, carrying nutrient to cells and eliminating toxins. I noticed improvement on my skin once I increased my water intake. I drink about 1.8 – 2 liters of water a day. The amount of water one should drink would be a minimum of 1.5liters per day. To ensure that you are drinking enough water, take a look at your urine when you pee. If after drinking 1.5 liters of water and your urine is still very yellowish then you should increase your water intake.


Getting Rid of Acne  

After water the other key requirement for acne cure and treatment is nutrients. My research then led me to Chris Simmons, a world renowned nutritionist and author of Clear Skin Secrets.The testimonials I read with the before and after pictures shown prompted me to purchase his book immediately and that was the best investment I have made. Of all the treatments I had used during the years nothing could possibly compare with the results I achieved through following his guidance.

As for my son, his acne was totally cured and he was acne free within 2 weeks. It was such a joy for me to watch his self esteem return and to note the bounce in his step once the acne was cured.

In Clear Skin Secrets step by step instructions provided me a very clear guide as to the type of food and fruits I should consume more and the food/fruit groups which I should stay clear away. Simple home remedies which I applied on my face gave me amazing results!

 

  

Take a look at these before and after pictures -:


 

   

  

  

 

 

                          

In Conclusion

  

I wasted so many years looking for the right topical product. My research and personal experience has taught me that topical products only provide Temporary Relieve. The right way to cure and treat acne is through applying the simple steps outlined in Clear Skin Secrets.

It is with the encouragement of my family, friends and my son that I have decided to write this blog. I know what it is like to suffer with acne. I and my son are now acne free.


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