Product review Cosmedix - Pure Enzyme Mask

I was really excited to try the Pure Enzyme mask, as i have used Enzyme based products previously and had some really good results, as my skin cells turnover very quickly its trying to get rid of the old dull ones that is the problem!,enzymes are a great way at exfoliating without the harshness or scratch the skin, if you have spots and you scratch those spots with grit and grain exfoliants you just spread the bacteria all over the face and inflame the already inflamed spots, ( i know this from previous experience and really making quite a sore mess of my face!).

Enzymes are the packman of exfoliation they gobble up all the dead and dull skin cells and absorb them, its very clever and a great way to give your skin a real deep down clean without having to use harsh exfoliants. 


This gentle, exfoliating mask harnesses the natural power of cranberry enzymes and lactic acid to tenderly scrub away facial impurities and decongest blocked pores. As active ingredients exfoliate, protect and revitalize the skin, potent, oil-free moisturizers add a dewy softness to blemish-prone skin. - text from Cosmedix.com

Love this product i have been using it for 2 months now, once you have washed your face you apply 2 pumps to damp skin and leave on for 3-15 minutes- as i have a high tolerance to the enzyme now of course i leave mine on for the full 15 minutes! I use this twice a week, 3 times if its that time of the month.

a key product in my skincare regime!, and a must for people with congested skin.

The Yummy Mummy TV is coming

What a week!

This week i have been busy launching my You tube channel, so its taking some time to get back into the recording and setting up but I'm nearly there and look forward to posting videos from next week! 

I am really pleased to announce i will be exclusively reviewing and blogging about Neo Elegance's Neo Body contouring device which is on its way to me as we speak, the innovative team at Neo continue to strive and create devices that are easily used at home and also professional devices which can really add an extra dimension to a facial! for more info on Farrah and her company see the link below.

Neo Elegance

Face peel update

As i have been a good girl and used all the products correctly i was allowed to have big girl face peel at Skin Solutions last week- Timeless is from the tomorrow range of peels, which means you are required to do some prep work in the run up to the peel, introducing retinol is a big factor as well as 3 previous today peels, which i have had. 

The peel didn't hurt and it wasn't quite as orange as the unity peel i have previously had.

72 hours post peel

I hadn't really anticipated any problems or reactions, i naively, just assumed it would be the same as the purity peels, but my skin did have a reaction about 48 hours later, i broke out in spots all over my head, and when i say break out mean big red and sore. Dr Warner advised me this was normal and talked me through the best way to sooth and heal the breakout, 10 days post peel the spots have nearly all gone and my skin looks very clear , but i will update you next week to coincide with the launch of my you tube channel!

Have a good week end

x

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Treating the skin from the inside

With daily life taking its toll on our immune systems the appeal of any supplement that can help keep you topped up with all the vitamins and minerals you need seems to be a great idea, but The team at The Advanced Nutrition Programme have not only created a wellness range but also supplements that target skin care concerns.

"The Advanced Nutrition Programme™ is a premium range of supplements which support healthy skin and helps enhance your overall wellbeing. Our pharmaceutical and nutrition consultants select only the highest quality ingredients which your body can easily absorb, and our fish oils are scrupulously screened for pollutants."- text from the advanced nutrition programme.com

Can a tablet really help my skin?

I admit i am a little skeptical, I know we are always being told that certain foods are bad for you, drink plenty of water blah blah blah, But i have read some fantastic reviews and after much consideration and research decided to take the plunge and purchased Skin Accumax™ at just under £70 for a months supply it does seem expensive, but if you compare this to topical treatments such as peels and lasers it works out about the same, this is great for people who don't have time to go to salons, or would rather try something less abrasive and in the comfort of there own home. 

Whats does Skin Accumax contain?

A specific blend of vitamins with a special active nutrient compound as well as Vitamin A,C &E which are all easily absorbed into the body

Initially it is recommended you take 4 capsules a day for 14 weeks, if you are seeing improvements you can lower the dose to 2 capsules a day, which would then bring the cost down to £35 a month, once you are completely happy then you can discontinue completely.

Why am I commencing Skin Accumax?

As a teenager i had the usual spots which i grew out of, i have always suffered with oily skin but since having my 2 beautiful children (now 5 & 3 ) my skin has become more oily, congested and at times sore and red. I have tried some fantastic products which i feel have helped to relieve the spots, but wanted to really get rid of the problem altogether, i am hoping that by not only targeting the problem from the outside but treating the problem from within, my spots and oily skin will hopefully disappear.

After 1 month

I have noticed some subtle improvements:

• Less oily
• Not as congested
• Breakouts not as severe
• Spots not as angry and red 
• Spots clear up more quickly

I will be posting monthly updates so you can follow my progress and see if you believe Skin Accumax has an effect on my skin.