November Glossybox 2014

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These are the items I received in my Glossybox
Kneipp Herbal Bath
12 Benefits Hair Treatment
So Susan Cosmetics Universal Blush
OPI Nail Lacquer in Pink Outside the Glossybox
Juice Beauty Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer

Check out Glossybox:
http://www.glossybox.com/referal?CI=MTE3MDIx

Empties December 2014

These are my empty products from the last few months and my views on them!!!

November 2014 Ipsy

Check out Ipsy:
http://www.ipsy.com/r/7889?sid=ipsypoints&cid=general

What I received in my November bag:
Sea RX
Eye Base by Be A Bombshell
It cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye
Oil of Morocco Argan Oil Volume Shine Hairspray by Marc Anthony
Starlooks Lip Gloss

Empties Fall 2014

These are the items I have used up along with reviews of them!

Vitacost Haul!!

I placed an order with Vitacost and here are all of the things I ordered. 

Make sure you check them out:
http://www.vitacost.com/

Rimmed London nail polish

I love these nail polishes.  This is Rimmel London 60 seconds in 311 Caramel Cupcake.  This particular polish is so opaque that you could get away with one coat.  They are not lying when they say 60 seconds either.  It dries so fast.  I applied 2 coats and then also went in with my favorite top coat Out The Door.   Both of these products dry super fast.  I love this color because it is such a classy blush color.  This top coat makes my nails so shiny.  I recommend both!

Get Ready With Me FALL Featuring a Lorac Unzipped First Impression

Getting ready with a few of my favorite things and a first impression of the Lorac Unzipped pallet.

Products used:
It Cosmetics Your Skin but better CC+ from QVC
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Dark Circles
Lamara Brushes
elf complexion brush
elf blush brush
Eco tools powder brush
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Pallet
Two Faced Chocolate Soleil Milk Chocolate Bronzer
Milani Brow Fix Brow Kit in light
elf eye primer
Lorac Unzipped Pallet
Soho London Brush
Crown Brush Dual Ended brush
Sally Hansen eye lash curler
Loreal Voluminous Mascara

Favorites for October 2014!!

These are my favorites for October 2014!!

Products mentioned:
Vichy Moisturizer
Revlon Photo Ready Foundation
Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
elf high definition eye setting powder
Physicians Formula Nudes pallet
Lorac Unzipped Pallet
Food Should Taste Good Harvest Pumpkin

October 2014 Glossy Box

These are the things I received in my October Glossy Box.  I love this subscription service because you get high end products and you great great sizes.  Some are even full size.

Tart Cosmetics power pigment in awakening
Proganics anti-fade
Nails Inc Matte Top Coat
Vince Camuto perfume
Sesha Skin Therapy Botanical Mask

Check out Glossy Box here:
http://www.glossybox.com/referal?CI=MTE3MDIx

October 2014 Ipsy Bag!

This is what I received in my October Ipsy bag.
Ayres Patagonia Body Butter
Épicé International Purifying Exfoliant
ModelCo VOLUMEYES Extreme Black Mascara
Nicole by OPI Nail Lacquer
noyah Lipstick

Check out Ipsy:
www.ipsy.com

Holy Grail Products 2014 Collab video !

Check out Karen's video and her channel!!!
ThatSwagChic06
https://www.youtube.com/user/Miyuki1612/videos
These are my holy grail products of all time.
Products Mentioned:
It Cosmetics Your Skin but Better CC+
Maybelline New York Dark Circle Eraser
Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Pallet
Two Face Chocolate Soleil
Benefit Rockateur Blush
Maybelline Color Tattoo
Physicians Formula Nude Pallets
Jordana Fabuliner
Jordana Best Lash Extreme

Younique pigments

This is a look using Younique pigments in Infatuated and Sexy.  Just the two colors and I have a nice look. They blended amazingly.  I don't normally go for pigments but these were not messy or difficult to work with.  I put Infatuated in the crease and used Sexy all over the lid. It has a bit of sparkle but not over the top.
If you are interested in purchasing Younique products please contact my friend Michelle Rodanhisler.
http://www.youniqueproducts.com/lashmakeover

A look using my Lorac Unzipped pallet and review!!

I LOVE THIS PALLET!  I can't get enough of this thing.  The shadows are amazing quality and blend beautifully.  I love the rose tones for fall and am planning on using this a ton.  I used the color undercover all over the lid and up to the brow bone, unconditional in the crease, and unbelievable on the lid. 
The Behind the Scenes Eye Primer that comes with this pallet is also one of the best I have ever used.  I did my makeup at 2pm and it lasted until I washed my face the next morning at 7am. (I work nights)
The rest of the face: Revlon photo ready foundation/Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder, Benefit Hoola Bronzer, L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara, Wet N Wild Eye Brow Kit, Hourglass Ambient Lighting Pallet.


You can buy your pallet at ulta like I did:
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod4320067&skuId=2243980&_requestid=448726




What you get when you purchase from Ulta for $40.00:

Unzipped Shimmer & Matte Eye Shadow Palette (0.39 oz.)

Mini Behind The Scenes Eye Primer (0.19 oz.)

Fall 2014 Fab Fit Fun Unboxing!

Check out the amazing Fabfitfun box for Fall.  I love this subscription.  You get so many amazing high end products and a wide variety of different things.
Get your box here
www.fabfitfun.com
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Get 50% off the first month subscription at www.gramr.us/subscriptions
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Jessie Steele Apron:
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September 2014 Glossy Box!!

These are the things I received in my September Glossy Box.  I love this subscription service because you get high end products and you great great sizes.  Some are even full size.
Check out Glossy Box here:
https://www.glossybox.com

Favorite Things for FALL!!

These are my favorite things for Fall.  Fall is my favorite season and I love getting into it.  I love it all from decorating, the colors, trick-or-treating, orchards, and so much more.  Let me know what your favorite things are as well.

Bath and Body Works candle in Leaves
Walmart candle in Hot Apple Cider
Apple Cider
Harney and Son's Green Tea with Coconut Ginger and Vanilla
Tazo Wild Sweet Orange Tea
Bath and Body Works Triple Body Moisture Cream in Be Enchanted
Bath and Body Works Forever Red perfume
L'Oreal Hair oil
Benefit Cosmetics Rockateur Blush
Maybelline Quad in Copper Chic
Wet N Wild Comfort Zone Pallet
It Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Pallet
Revlon Lip Butter in 085 Sugar Plum
Rimmel London Lipstick Kate 08 Rossetto

September 2014 Beauty Favorites!!

These are my September beauty favorite things!!  Let me know what you are loving too!
Lamora Kabuki Brushes
Loreal Magic Lumi Primer
Jordana lip liner in Tawny
Bite lip pencil in Medera
Nars Laguna bronzer
Maybelline Master Highlight blush in Nude
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Concealer in Light
Loreal Voluminous Full Definition
Caress Passionate Spell body wash

September 2014 Ipsy Bag Review!

Here are my thoughts on all of the products that I received from Ipsy this month.  I liked most of them!  I love getting these subscriptions because it's like getting a gift in the mail every month. 

Check out Ipsy!
Ipsy: www.ipsy.com/

August 2014 Glossybox subscription first impression and review

This is my first Glossy Box.  I show you what I received in my August Box and my first impressions of the subscription.

Maybelline Face Studio Master Hi-Light

I have two the these Maybelline blushes and I think they are amazing.  I love the colors because not only do they give you a great blush color but they hi-light at the same time.  They are not sparkly or glittery.  They have an amazingly sophisticated glow. 


The first color that I have is Pink Rose.  The particular blush is highly pigmented and I have to use a light hand with it.  If I don't go overboard it gives my cheeks a beautiful youthful flush with a luminosity that looks like it's coming from within.



The second color I have is Nude.  This shade is my favorite of the two.  I love it because it is such a natural blush color.  I don't have to be as careful with this once even though it is just as pigmented.  This color is just easier to work with and I feel it would be amazing on any skin tone.  It also gives that lit from within look.



Overall I think these are great and highly recommend them!!!
















You can pick these blushes up at Ulta and here is the link:


http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6340314

Running Benefits Tips & Tricks

Running is an amazing activity.  I have been running for 13 years.  It has helped me through some very hard times in life as well as kept me fit.  I just want to share my personal experiences, tips, and tricks if you are interested in starting.


Benefits:


There are so many benefits from running. 


Exercise in general can help your overall mental state.  Even when you are feeling terrible and fatigued, if you get up and moved and get your endorphins flowing you will feel better.   Endorphins are among the brain chemicals known as neurotransmitters, which function to transmit electrical signals within the nervous system.  Endorphins decrease feelings of pain, help regulate appetite, enhance immunity, and relieve stress.  This basically means that anytime you get your endorphins flowing it means great things for your body.  When I am very stressed out I like to work out.  I normally run.  This helps me clear my mind and if I listen to music I only think about that music or the running.  I try to leave the rest "at home".  Running also helps keep depression away. 


Physically running keeps your body and heart in great shape.  Cardiovascular exercise is the best way to keep a healthy heart (along with proper diet of course).  It can improve lung health.  It has been proven to prevent stroke, heart attack, and breast cancer.  It can help prevent diabetes and to improve diabetes if you already have it.  You also are able to burn so many calories while running.  Normally the average is about 100 calories per mile.  This enables you to stay looking fit too!


My tips:


Running is easy because the only equipment you need are shoes.  I started out running only 1/2 mile every 2 or 3 days.  I did this for a long time until I could build up distance.  I have never been out for speed.   I always recommend to new runners that they start out very short distances.  It is never beneficial for you to go out and run 3 miles on your first day.  You will end up sore for 5 days and you cannot get your body used to running that way.  Our bodies need to build endurance slowly.  Also, remember you need rest days for your muscles to recover from any strenuous activity.  After finally working up to 3 miles I decided to enter into my first 5K.  I have been hooked ever since.  I have ran many 5K races, 10K races, and 1 unlimited distance race.  You can do anything you put your mind to as long as you are enjoying yourself.  I think that as soon as you make it work then you will lose interest.  I have never entered a race that I would have to train night and day for.  I am able to run 10 miles comfortably.  I know that I could not enter a marathon tomorrow without it becoming a chore.  This is one of the reasons I have never entered one.  I just don't want my "me time" to become work.
You can also run no matter what your endurance level.  I ran during my pregnancy.  As I grew larger I just ran slower.  I walked during my last month and then started running again 4 weeks after giving birth.  I started out slow and worked my way back up to full endurance. 




Bottom line...I love running and I think anyone can do it.  No matter what your level it's for you and no one else.  It doesn't matter if you run 1/2 mile or 10 miles, as long as you love it and it makes you happy!!! 

August 2014 Beauty Favorites!!

Please check out this video for all of my favorite beauty products for the month of August!

FabFitFun Box Summer 2014 First Impressions/Reviews

These are the items I received and my first impressions of them.  Make sure you check out FabFitFun:

www.fabfitfun.com/

August 2014 Ipsy Bag!!

Here are the products I received in my August Ipsy Bag.

July 2014 Beauty Favorites!

These are all of the products that I have been loving for the month of July!  Please let me know what products you have been loving and any suggestions for products that I should try.

Products mentioned
Hourglass Tinted moisturizer in Shell
Jordana Fabu Brow http://www.jordanacosmetics.com/p-136-fabubrow-eyebrow-pencil.aspx
Maybelline The Nudes pallet http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod10821028
Revlon Lash Potion mascara http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod5420005
Whitening Lightening Lip-gloss in Nude http://www.whiteninglightning.com/product/cosmetics-make-up/color-your-smile-lighted-lip-gloss-nude/
Sally Hansen nail polish in Gray Area http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod1950023#
Elizabeth and James perfume Nrvana White http://www.sephora.com/nirvana-white-rollerball-P384464?icid2=Elizabeth_and_James_The_Collection_carousel_P384464_link
Forever Red perfume http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=13239532&cp=4090260.4090355.16111236
Lee Stafford hair treatment http://www.amazon.com/Lee-Stafford-Growth-Treatment-200ml/dp/B006L677XU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1406921424&sr=8-1&keywords=lee+stafford+hair+growth

July 2014 Ipsy Bag and GIVEAWAY

Here are all of the products I received in my July Ipsy Bag.  I used them a few times so that I could tell you what I thought of them.  Let me know if you like this better than a raw un-bagging of the items. 

Free shipping at ULTA.com with any bareMinerals purchase:
Use promo code:
IPSYBAREFS

To enter the giveaway you must
1. be subscribed to my channel
2. share this video on any social platform
3. leave a comment about your experience with Ipsy whether you have never used it or your favorite products received.

Ipsy link:
http://www.ipsy.com/new/

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Accutane-a prescription acne treatment update and review

I wanted to give you all an update on my experience with Accutane.  I am now finished with the 5 month treatment.  I have been done with the medication for about 1.5 months.

All of the dry skin/lip/eye issues have completely gone away.  I have been using facial moisturizers for normal to dry skin and they have been working wonderfully.  I did get a lot of nose bleeds during my use of this medication (at least once daily).  This has gone away as well.

I still have not used any kind of acne prone facial cleansers/lotions/treatments.  Amazingly I now have clear amazing skin.

I have not experienced any breakouts anywhere on my body.  I used to get them on my back/chest/neck/face.  I have not had a pimple in months (not even hormonal breakouts yet.)

I do not notice any oiliness like I used to get in the T-zone area of my face.

I was and still am very sensitive to the sun.  I use 50+SPF and still get sunburned when out in the sun for 30 minutes at a time.  I have to reapply frequently.  I am hoping and have been reassured by my doctor that this will subside.

So far I am so happy with the results.  It was a tedious process.  It was costly and time consuming but it was well worth it all.  I could not be happier with the results.  I am never self conscious about my acne issues anymore because I don't have any!  If you were thinking of trying this and have the means to do so I highly recommend it!!!!!!!



If you didn't see my original post on the medication and are interested check out the link below.  I explain what the medication is and how the entire process works.
My original post:
http://msglitterpickles.blogspot.com/2014/02/accutane-prescription-acne-treatment.html

Empty Products June 2014!

These are all the products that I have used up in the last few months.  In this video I will show you each product and tell you give you a brief review.  I think these are the best kind of videos because I have actually used up the product and can tell you how I felt about it as a whole!  I hope you enjoy and I hope it helps you not waste money on crap products as well as gives you insight for some great ones!

My June 2014 Beauty Favorites!!

These are my June beauty favorites!  Please let me know what you think and comment below with any questions.  I would love you hear you thoughts on these products and any suggestions for products that I should try.

June Ipsy Bag!

I received my Ipsy bag and I wanted to share with you my impression of what I got.  This is a monthly subscription that you pay $10 for and they send you a bad with samples and full size products.

Check out Ipsy:
http://www.ipsy.com/r/7889

 

A look using Maybelline copper chic pallet

This is a look using the Maybelline quad in Copper Chic!  Let me know if you would like to see a video.

This is the pallet:

You can purchase this pallet from Walgreens:

http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/maybelline-eyestudio-color-plus-eye-shadow-quad/ID=prod6181926-product

See By Chloe

Let me just start by saying that this perfume is amazing!  I has quickly become one of my favorite scents.  I would like to give you a background of the fragrances I usually like.  I normally like very sweet or musky scents.  I get headaches very easily when fragrances are too floral.  This seems to be a perfect in-between scent for me.  It smells floral but also fruity to me.  I love the way it smells straight out of the bottle and they way it smells when it has been on my skin for a while.  I think it has a good lasting power.  When I apply it in the morning I still get subtle hints of it in the afternoon.  I would reapply after that. 
Perfumes smell different on different people but I'm loving this one so far.

Notes:Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Vanilla, Musk.

Here is where you can buy it from Sephora like I did:
http://www.sephora.com/seebychloe-P377778?skuId=1491232

Benefit Hoola Bronzer

This is a great bronzer.  It is a light brown bronzer with little to no orange tint.  It is completely matt.  It is packaged in an adorable box and comes with a natural bristle brush.  I don't use this brush but it would be nice for travel if you don't bring anything else.  I just use a contour brush or a powder brush depending on what kind of a look I want.  This is a great bronzer for contouring the face.  It has the perfect tone to create a nice shadow and never looks orange.  I have fair skin and this works amazing for me.  I also use it for an all over bronzy glow and to warm up my complexion.  I never have a problem with it looking cakey and it blends like a dream.  The pigmentation is amazing.  I work 12 hour nights and I usually apply makeup even earlier than that; it lasts all night long.  I would say at least 16 hours without breaking up and looking splotchy. 


Overall I think this is a great bronzer because it is versatile.  I would highly recommend checking it out.


I bought mine at Ulta.  Here is a link:
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod820346

My Summer Essentials!!

These are all the things that I love to use in the summer.  Please let me know what your summer essentials are in the comments below.  Also don't for get to check out my other social media.

May 2014 Favorites!

Here are all of the things I loved using in May.  Please check out my channel and subscribe!

May Ipsy Bag/First Impression

I finally received my Ipsy Bag after being on a wait list.  Here is my first impressions of the subscription.  Let me know what you think if you also receive Ipsy. 
Ipsy is a monthly subscription that costs $10.  Click below to check them out.

http://www.ipsy.com/r/7889

A look using my It pallet

Here is the finished look using my It pallet. I am starting to play around with it more and I love the pigmentation of these shadows. 

If you are interested in recreating this look I used the colors sunrise and sunset in the crease, java on the outer V and at my upper lash line, love all over the lid, and transforming pearl under my brows and the inner v.

For the rest of the face I used my It cosmetics CC cream, Maybelline age rewind concealer, Milani Luminoso blush, Benefit Hoola bronzer, and L'Oréal Voluminous Full Definition mascara. 

You can purchase this pallet here from Ulta:

http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6320425

Makeup Haul May 2014!

Hey guys!!  This is a haul.  I made the hour trip to my Sephora and to Target and did some damage.  I wanted to share with you what I got.  Please let me know if you have any of these products and how much you like them.  I will also do a review video if you are interested on any or all of the makeup products.

Get Ready With Me

Watch while I get ready with minimal makeup for work.  I don't wear much makeup for work but I like to at least look awake while I'm there.  Just enough to cover my uneven skin and brighten my eye area.  Please check out my video and subscribe to my youtube channel while you are there.

xoxo

April 2014 EMPTIES!!!

Here are some of the products that I have used up along with reviews of each!   Please subscribe and give a thumbs up if you liked it!!

Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Treatment Concealer

This is an amazing concealer.  If you watch beauty videos on YouTube then I'm sure you have heard the rave reviews about this product. 
I am someone with very dry under eyes.  This makes things very difficult when looking for an under eye concealer to deal with my dark circles.  I am also almost 30...don't tell anyone...so I have fine lines under there as well.  This concealer has moisturizing properties so it never looks dry or cakey.  I always use it after an eye cream and it stays put all day (I'm talking 12-14 hour days).  I also use this on my eye lids on days that I don't wear eye shadow to cancel out any veins and redness I may have.  It works amazing for that too.  I have also tried it as an eye shadow primer but did not enjoy it that way.  I have fairly oily eyelids that crease easily so I need a primer that is pretty much made for that purpose.  It also never settles into my fine lines or makes my look older than I am!  I use mine in the color light on days that I am wearing minimal makeup.  If I am going to have a full face of foundation on then I will use the brightener shade (which is pink).  This also doubles as an all over highlighter.  I will bring it down in a "V" under my eyes, on my forehead, and my nose.  It all depends on the day.  It blends in very nicely using my fingers or a beauty blender.  I love this product and fully recommend it to everyone.  As long as they have a color to match your skin I think it would work for anyone. 




Here is where you can buy it:
http://www.amazon.com/Maybelline-Instant-Treatment-Concealer-0-2-fluid/dp/B004Y9GTYE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1398660623&sr=8-3&keywords=age+rewind+maybelline

April 2014 Favorites!!

These are my April beauty favorites.  I hope you enjoy.  Please subscribe and give this video a thumbs up is you did.  Check out my blog and my social media accounts if you are interested. 
xoxo

What's in my travel makeup bag

Here are all things makeup that I took on a recent trip.  We went out of town to visit family for a week.  We were mostly sight seeing and spending time with family.  No need to any high glam makeup but I like to be prepared just in case something comes up...having your options open is a great feeling.  I also knew that there would be a lot of pictures taken since I was meeting my boyfriends family for the first time.  I didn't want to look bad in the photos.  To me there is nothing worse then being unprepared. 

YSBB™ Your Skin But Better™ CC Cream with SPF 50+ and brush

https://www.itcosmetics.com/your-skin-but-better-cc-cream-with-spf-50

First of all, have this in the color light. This CC Cream has blown me away.  I cannot tell you how much I love this stuff.  It has completely taken the place of any foundation that I have used.  At work I don't like to wear a lot of makeup.  This CC looks so natural that you cannot even tell I'm wearing it.  It has medium coverage which is great for me.  I like to be able to see freckles and other things through my makeup.  This never makes me look cakey and does not cling to any dry patches on my skin (which I have a lot of right now).  I have also noticed that it does not sit in my fine lines around my eyes.  This amazing CC not only has SPF 50, but is also contains anti-aging ingredients.  IT IS SO MULTI-FUNCTION!!  I like to use this as a moisturizer and usually apply it with my fingers.  I ordered mine of of QVC and it came with a brush that I also love.

Heavenly Luxe(TM) Plush Paddle Foundation Brush

This brush is amazing and always applies this CC with an airbrushed effect.  I totally recommend both of these products!!!

March 2014 Favorites!!

Here are my March Favorites!! If you like this video please give it a thumbs up and subscribe to my channel. xoxo

CeraVe Hydrating cleanser for normal to dry skin
Thayers Natural Remedies Rose and Witch-hazel toner
Daily Regenerating Serum (Olay Regenerist dupe)
First Aid Beauty Cream
Vaseline Lip Therapy
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
O'Keeffe's Working Hands
Garnier Under Eye Dark Circle Roller
Mary Kay Lash Love mascara
Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso
Maybelline eye shadow quad in copper chic
Trail Mix
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Accutane-a prescription acne treatment

Treatment for acne

What it is:

A form of Vitamin A that reduces the amount of oil released from the glands in your skin.  It also helps skin to renew itself faster.

Side effects:

Birth defects:

The birth defects Accutane causes include central nervous system, facial, cardiac, and thymus gland abnormalities. After Accutane treatment has been completed for one month, a woman can get pregnant without worry about birth defects. Accutane does not affect fertility, or make it difficult to get pregnant. Women who are taking Accutane should use two forms of birth control starting a month before treatment and continuing one month after treatment.

Common

·         Dry skin requiring the frequent use of moisturizers

·         Dry and cracking lips

·         Nosebleeds

·         Itchy skin 

·         Thinning hair

·         Excessive peeling, especially of the palms and soles

·         Muscle aches and pains, even worse with physical activity

·         Increased sensitivity to the sun causing sunburns more easily

·         Elevated triglyceride levels

 Rare

·         Headaches, if persistent and associated with nausea, vomiting, and blurred vision, may be a sign of a condition called pseudotumor cerebri.

·         The incidence of depression, psychosis, and suicide attempts is increased, and returns to normal after discontinuing the drug.

·         The production of tears in the eyes is decreased, which can cause, red eyes, itchy eyes, and possibly ulcerations of the cornea, especially with contact lens wearers.

·         The ability to distinguish between shades of black and white can be decreased causing night blindness.

·         Liver enzymes can be elevated causing jaundice, hepatitis, and abdominal pain.

Dosage changes:

First month was a smaller dose and after reacting well physically and having good lab work they upped the dosage.

Labs and my process so far:

My first visit: pregnancy test

2 days before my medications started I had to get lab work and a pregnancy test done, after the labs came back good I was able to take the iPledge quiz and then get the prescription within 7 days of the labs.  The office then called to schedule an appointment for 1 month out.

2 days before my appointment I had to get more labs and a pregnancy test.  I then went to my appointment where they told me my labs were good and I was responding well to the medication.  They upped the dosage at this time.  They called in the meds and I took my iPledge quiz then picked up my meds within 7 days.  From the second month on it is 2 pills instead of just 1.  They scheduled another appointment for me 1 month out.

2 days before my appointment I got more labs and a pregnancy test done.  I went to my appointment and they said I was doing great.  They called in my prescription and said I did not have to do any more lab work because the dosage stays the same for the last 3 months.  I took the iPledge quiz and got the prescription.  They scheduled another appointment for me 1 month out.

I went into the next visit without doing lab work and they gave me a pregnancy test at the office.  My doctor looked at my skin and gave me a prescription for the next month.  I took the iPledge quiz and got the prescription.  They scheduled another appointment for me in 1 month.

The next visit was the same as before although this was my last visit.  I was told to take the last month of medication and then to go to get a pregnancy test done after finishing the medication and then also 30 days later.  I did so.

DONE!!

Throughout the process:

I have felt fine physically so far.  I have had no complications.  The only thing that has been a hassle and complaint is the dry skin and lips.  I have used mostly fragrance free/sensitive skin products for the entire time.  I use many different lip balms for dry cracked lips.  The doctor also prescribed a steroid cream for the cracks that I developed at the corners of my mouth (that stuff is a miracle worker…cracks were gone over night). I have never experienced dry skin this way before.  I usually have oily skin and this made it so I had to put regular moisturizers on my face.  I usually always used acne prone skin moisturizers with treatments in them.  It has been quite the lifestyle change.  It has also been pretty time consuming with all the lab work and doctor visits.  I have also suffered with very frequent nose bleeds from being so dry.  I'm talking 2 or 3 daily.  This is not a fun time and I always feel like my nose is raw inside.  

Products I use and like the best:

Cetaphil facial cleanser and moisturizer, Eucerin moisturizer, First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream, Gold Bond Foot Lotion, Lypsyl Bee Smooth Lip Balm, Aquaphor Lip Treatment and Healing Ointment, Vaseline, lots of water

Expensive

The dermatologist appointments, lab work, prescriptions….all very costly.

I plan on doing an update at the end when I can give a true opinion on how the medication works.  Thank you all for checking out my experience.

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

 

THIS IS AMAZING!!!  If you take any advise from me at all take this!  I started using this as a night cream on my face about a month ago.  I LOVE IT.  I use it every night after cleansing and toning.  I normally have combination/acne prone skin.  In the winter it has been dry and terrible.  I have been having dry patches that my makeup clings to and I just start looking "crapey" throughout the day.  I have also been taking a prescription acne medication that dries out my skin like you wouldn't believe.  Even though I am on this medication, I still have breakouts.  This may be because it is not yet balanced.  Since using this as a night cream it has changed my skin.  I wake up in the morning with smooth clear skin everyday.  It's amazing.  I purchased this in a kit from Sephora and have only had a chance to try this product but I cannot wait to try more from this brand!

 

 

Here is where you can purchase this product:

http://www.sephora.com/ultra-repair-cream-P248407?skuId=1217744

Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Glow-Boosting Pressed Bronzer

I have this bronzer in the Medium to Dark shade.  So far I have really enjoyed using this bronzer.  It does seem a bit dark for right now.  It comes off a little bit orange as a contour but blends out nicely.  It will be an amazing bronze color for summer months after a bit of tanning and self-tanning.  The packaging is a bit bulky because it allows extra room under the powder for the brush that is comes with.  I am not a fan of this brush.  The bristles seem to be very course and rough.  This bronzer is supposed to be infused with vitamins and moisturizers.  I do not notice any difference between this and other bronzers I have used as far as moisture goes.  It is also fragrance free. 

I hope you find this helpful.  I think I would like to try the Light to Medium shade for winter months.  I will definitely get a lot of use out of this bronzer!

Here is where you can buy this product:
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod1251324#

February Empties 2014!

Please check out all of my empty products from the last 6 months.  In these videos I will let you know what I have finished and how I like them.  I will let you know if I would repurchase or not also.  This is not positive or negative against any certain brand just how the products worked for me.  Everyone is different and entitled to their own opinion.  Feel free to leave any comments or questions below.

Favorites for February 2014

This a little early but I have been using these products since the beginning of the year.  I have not had a chance to film a January Favorites video because of a hectic schedule.  These are some of my favorite things from the last month.  If you would like to hear more of my skincare journey and the medications I am on and have tried in the past let me know!