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Should you pop your pimple?⁣⁣⁣⁣ 💥
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It depends on the type of blemish you’re treating:⁣⁣⁣⁣
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1. BLACKHEAD ⁣⁣⁣⁣
A plug of oil and dead skin within that has oxidized, gives this blemish a black appearance. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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After cleansing, exfoliating and a warm steamy shower, blackheads can be extracted (if done properly).⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Prevent these by double cleansing and exfoliating regularly.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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2. MILIA⁣⁣⁣⁣
A plug of oil and dead cells trapped under the skin gives this blemish a white appearance (no redness or pus).⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Milia can be extracted with the help of steam and a lancet to pierce an opening. It’s best to leave this job to the professionals and let your exfoliants get to work.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Make sure the products you use are acne-safe and not too heavy for your skin type.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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3. CONGESTION⁣⁣⁣⁣
Microcomedones are bumps of oil, debris + dead cells trapped under the skin. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Congestion cannot be extracted. Regular exfoliation, hydrating products and ance-safe skin care are essential. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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4. PAPULE ⁣⁣⁣⁣
This firm, red lesion is often tender to the touch. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Papules cannot be extracted and if you try, you’ll prolong the healing process. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
Apply ice in 30 sec intervals to calm inflammation.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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5. PUSTULE⁣⁣⁣⁣
This is the next stage of a papule where a local infection is creating a raised red bump with a white or yellow pus filled center - like mine in this picture 💁🏼‍♀️⁣⁣⁣
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Pustules can be extracted once redness is completely gone. If extracted too early or too aggressively, you’ll be left with post inflammatory hyperpigmented (PIH) marks for months. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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I have a lot of these marks because I’ve made this mistake many times 🤦🏼‍♀️⁣⁣⁣
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Since it’s SO HARD not to extract these prematurely, I have a trick. I’ll apply the Green Tea Clay Poultice to draw the infection up and out of my skin while I sleep!⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Applying a drying spot treatment before this step will delay healing.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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6. CYST ⁣⁣⁣⁣
These painful blemishes can cluster and look and feel like boils.⁣
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Cysts cannot be extracted. While your body works to clear, support the process with hydrating and calming products topically. ⚡️

✨ The power of the double cleansing method ✨⁣
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If you have blackheads, congested skin or acne, make sure you’re double cleansing at night!⁣
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This deep cleansing technique allows sunscreen and makeup to be removed first so that your second cleanse can effectively remove dirt, debris and dead skin that can clog your pores overnight. ⁣
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You’ll prevent blackheads, refine your skin’s texture and promote clear skin with this invigorating cleansing technique: ⁣
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Step 1 - Oil or Lotion Cleanser 🌙 ⁣
• Wash and dry your hands ⁣
• Apply cleanser to dry face ⁣
• Gently massage for 1 minute⁣
• Rinse well with lukewarm water⁣
• Remove with a clean face towel ⁣
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Step 2 - Foaming Cleanser 🌙⁣
• Splash face with tepid water⁣
• Apply 1 pump of foam to face ⁣
• Gently massage for 1 minute ⁣
• Rinse with lukewarm water⁣
• Remove with a clean face towel ⁣
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Swipe to find my favourite cleansing products 💦 ⁣
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Have you tried the double cleansing method? If so, have you noticed any changes in your skin?

I made a batch of my famous bug oil for the weeken

I made a batch of my famous bug oil for the weekend! 🦟 ⁣⁣
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I never apply deet or traditional mosquito repellant directly on my skin. I’ll spray it on my clothing after I use this skin friendly mosquito repellant directly on my body.
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For a 30 ml vial, here’s my recipe:⁣⁣
• 2 tbsp neem oil ⁣⁣
• 4 tbsp coconut MCT oil ⁣⁣
• 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil⁣⁣
• 10 drops citronella essential oil⁣⁣
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Warning: Neem smells disgusting but the essential oils offset it a bit. And hey, it smells a lot better than deet, that’s for sure!⁣ ⁣⚠️
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I’m excited to be heading to the French river with my bestie. We’re going to swim, kayak and maybe do a little cliff jumping.⁣⁣
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Any exciting plans this weekend? ☀️

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 ⁣ ⁣ It’s such a p

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 ⁣
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It’s such a privilege to be Canadian and live in a country where I can follow my true passion. ⁣
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Thank you to my Canadian partners who I’m so proud to support @zydermahs Naka Platinum @pureandsimpleca and @consonantlife I’m excited to grow together.⁣
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Enjoy your day and the beautiful sunshine out there today! ☀️

Layering your skin care products at night can be s

Layering your skin care products at night can be so confusing, especially if you're using multiple serums!⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Here's a few guidelines to help you get your steps right at night:⁣⁣⁣⁣
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🌙 If you're acne-prone or have congested skin, you'll benefit from double cleansing. Use an oil or lotion cleanser first to remove sunscreen and makeup, followed by a foaming cleanser to achieve a thorough cleanse. You have 60 seconds to get this done before water evaporation occurs so work fast!⁣⁣⁣⁣
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🌙 If you have an alcohol-free toner, apply it next. A toner will reset your skin's pH balance, hydrate your epidermis and when applied gently with a cotton round, will remove any residue left on your skin. All this will allow your serums to penetrate more effectively. Don’t let your toner dry completely on your skin. Apply your next step within 60 seconds, while your skin is still slightly damp.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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🌙 If you're using multiple serums at night, apply your exfoliating serum or antioxidant serum first. Otherwise, apply your hydrating serum first and follow with your vitamin serum to promote better absorption. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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🌙 If you have an eye treatment, you'll likely want to apply it before your moisturizer to keep these ingredients on your skin longer. Your moisturizer should seal in all the ingredients you've applied.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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🌙 If your skin is feeling dry you can apply a few drops of your favourite oil in targeted areas or as a top coat to prevent all the goodies you applied from evaporating while you sleep. ⁣⁣⁣⁣
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Lastly, if you've been applying one or two of your products "incorrectly", don’t sweat it. Your skin will still benefit, it might just take slightly longer to absorb. ⁣⁣
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How to brighten your skin from home 👇🏻 ⁣
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Hyperpigmentation is the result of inflammation in the skin that can be caused by:⁣
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☀️ UV rays⁣
🦠 Acne ⁣
🔥 Heat⁣
🧠 Stress⁣
💥 Hormones ⁣
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Brightening an uneven skin tone is one of the most challenging concerns to treat from home. ⁣
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This is because the pigment (melanin) we see is actually rooted very deeply in the skin. ⁣
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With that being said, there are two very important products we MUST use during the day!⁣
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1. Tyrosinase inhibitor⁣
Ingredients like arbutin, phytic acid, licorice, vitamin C and niacinamide slow the skin’s ability to produce pigment.⁣
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2. Mineral sunscreen ⁣
Synthetic UV filters like oxybenzone and octinoxate create heat on the skin during application. Instead, choose a broad spectrum mineral sunscreen. ⁣
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Pairing a tyrosinase inhibitor such as the @tizoskin complexion brighter under your mineral SPF is the best way to protect your skin during the day ☀️⁣
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Prevention is the first step to treating unwanted pigment from home by inhibiting excess melanin production before it even begins.⁣
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Lifting pigment from the skin using specific exfoliating acids is the second step I’ll discuss this fall ✨⁣
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Stay tuned!

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