The Oatmeal Magic

Ever wanted to have something within reach for those skin blemishes? If your mind's buzzing the word 'Yes!', then oatmeal might be the answer. It's really good inside your tummy, but it's as well good for your skin. If you already know this, then good for you. If not, then summon your curiosity and read on.

Oatmeal's been known for its handful of vitamins and minerals. Hell, it's a great food for the heart and can prevent some sort of diabetes. That's when you eat it. But if you put it on your face, you can switch your skin from dull to glowing. This food wonder exfoliates skin when used as a facial mask. It can lighten blemishes and pimple marks. It can even treat and prevent pimples. And to top it all, its just lying in your kitchen waiting for you to have its wonders.

What to do?

1. Put a small amount of oatmeal (just enough to cover your entire face) in a bowl. Add water to make a paste. Start with a few drops then mix with your finger. Add more water if necessary but not too much because the mask will flow down your face if its too watery. You can also add honey and egg whites.
2. If your satisfied with the paste, start applying it all over your clean face.
3. Wait for 15-30 minutes for the oatmeal to dry on your face. When its completely dry, it will harden like paper maché.
4. Take off the mask and see immediate results. Wash your face with warm water to completely get rid of the oatmeal.
5. You may mask yourself with this oatmeal paste 1 or 2 times a week or whenever you feel its needed.

The upside...

• Oatmeal is way better and more natural than exfoliating products with lots of chemicals that can badly harm the skin.
• It's cheap and effective.

The downside...

• It feels uncomfortable having oatmeal on your face. It's hard to move your facial muscles when it stiffens. Plus it looks a little freaky on your face.
• It's hard to have the perfect mixture. You have to be very good in estimations.
• It's a little hard to remove.

All in all, for beauty's sake, it's worth the try.

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How To Handle A Pimple

1. Wash your face with a mild soap. Gently massage the pimple area and rinse with clean water immediately. Pat dry with a clean towel. (Avoid using facial scrubs when you have pimples because it may give you more pimple breakouts specially when your into popping your pimples.)

2. Put enough amount of the best facial cleanser that you have tried (one with a pimple-fighting feature is better) on two cotton balls. Apply one on your face and neck (avoiding the pimple area), and the other on the pimple area alone. This can prevent other pimple breakouts. Allow the skin to dry before proceeding to the next step.

3. Apply a small amount of pimple gel directly on the...well, pimple. Make sure it's just enough to cover the pimple area. Some pimple gels have an stinging effect so don't overdo it. Let the gel dry for about five minutes.

4. Gently put a gel patch on the pimple area. Slightly press it to ensure good contact with skin. It is advisable to leave it overnight. (For those who are not familiar with pimple gel patches, these are usually round and sticky gel patches used to help dry up and minimize the pimple's size.)





5. These steps can be done best after a bath and before bedtime. Repeat the same procedure until the pimple is gone. Good luck on that pimple!
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When Facial Cleansers With Salicylic Acid Didn't Do The Trick

Fact: 9 out of 10 people around the globe suffer from pimples. So, if you’re part of this 90%, you should definitely continue reading. You are probably going ‘eenie meenie miney moe’ choosing a good product on the market, but finding one that really suits your skin and actually works is way harder. Among these products are those with the infamous salicylic acid which is known for its results. Yup! It's the organic acid which most acne-fighting products are up to. And Yup! It's what your friend suggests you should try. Many consumers give their positive feedbacks about it. And if it works great on you as well, then stick to it and just browse this blog for other articles [:)]. But if this salicylic failed you by bearing no effect or (worse!) more pimple breakouts, we (yes, including me) are on the same side of the situation and it's back to square one for us.
So, after consulting a dermatologist, I eventually jump from salicylic acid to clindamycin. Probably, you're asking what this clindamycin is. Well, it is a form of antibiotic which also serves as a common topical treatment for acne. To clear things out, I'm talking about clindamycin antibiotic that is used as a facial cleanser and NOT the one taken orally. Those that are taken orally are quite dangerous because of its adverse effects. If you're still thirsty for some additional information, try checking its Wikipedia entry.
What is its outcome on me? After less than a month using it after a bath and before bedtime, I'm already free from pimples. And with that, I'm certain to say that it really works on me. I still use it to prevent pimple breakouts and (Didn't I said this one yet?) it is surely cheap.
Well, I'm not actually writing this post to say things like, "Hey this one works on me, so try it too!". It's like putting your precious face on risk if you're after others' testimonials. But if you became interested, why not give it a try? You can find clindamycin cleansers over the counter. I'm suggesting that if you still have problems on products you are using, it's a better move that you should first consult a dermatologist so you will know your skin type and what products are best for you. Whatever you prefer, I'm wishing you luck. And if you have something to say, the comments section is widely open for your words.
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