6 week KTP laser update

Well it has been 6 weeks since my initial KTP laser session. And i thought i would share with you my findings. Do bere in mind that sessions are supposed to be anywhere from 6 + for major results.

BEFORE LASER RESULTS


 6 WK RESULTS
                                                                
Pores:
definitely more refined! Very happy about that especially on the sides of my nose, forehead and chin.

Freckles:
A little lighter, but not a big difference.

Redness:
About 25% reduction. So overall this is very pleasing.

Birthmark:
About a 25% reduction in pigmentation also.

Wrinkles:
Less obvious, more plumped out due to the increase of collagen produced in the epidermis.

Skin texture and clarity:
Vastly improved in just one sitting. Skin is firmer, and more refined, tone seems more even.

Dark freckles, and sun spots:
All fell off within the first week! awesome, and so long as i apply sunscreen regularly these shouldn't re-appear.

Thing about overall redness is its harder for the laser to find. As opposed to say a broken capillary, which is very easy and reduction is very drastic even initially. So for me to attain the results i want a few more sessions are on the cards.

AFTER
      
Be blessed,
joanna xo

Makeup basics 101 - pimples

Thanks for joining me in this series on the basic how-tos! we all want to look naturally flawless and with the next few posts we are going to learn how to create that perfect canvas for your makeup looks. Guys dont be disheartened  - these are all things you can do to! So lets get started...

PIMPLES

1. DONT pick!!!! ice the area to reduce reddness and inflamation. (i've also heard that eye drops help) Tea tree oil is also great to apply (just make sure it dries prior to makeup.)

2. Foundation the rest of your face like usual (if you typically wear foundation) using clean hands or santised tools. (disposable sponges are great when we have pimples)

3. Choose a dense concealer that is the same colour as your foundation. This should be in a heavy creme constistancy, so that it covers well and stays put. I love Revlon photo ready concealer and coastal scents cameo quad palette in medium (excellent cheap alternative) Both of these products have a great creamy texture and high pigmentation.

4. Dot this on the blemish, then work the edges out with a  blending brush (something small, dome shaped tip and fluffy) to seamlessly blend the coverage. DO NOT blend overtop of the pimple - this will dilute the product.

5. Press powder on top to completely ensure the staying power of the concealer.



Remember that covering blemishes requires a very different type of concealer than which we use to conceal under our eyes! So dont be tempted to use this type in that area, unless you like looking older and wrinklier than you are!  :)

have a blessed day my friends.

joanna xo