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June is Acne Awareness Month 🤍

Acne is something I’ve struggled with for as long as I can remember. I know firsthand how frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating it can feel.

That’s why I’m passionate about helping others understand that acne is not a reflection of your hygiene, worth, or effort. It’s a complex skin condition that deserves education, support, and a personalized approach.

If there’s one thing I hope you take away from this post, it’s that you are not alone, and clear skin is possible with the right plan.

Book your Acne Bootcamp Consultation & Treatment & start your journey to clear skin💌

Jacksonville Esthetician | Jacksonville Facial | Acne expert | Acne Transformation | Acne specialist | Florida Esthetician | face reality | mixi skincare | glymed plus | hydrinity | siv | corrective skincare

What’s in my beach bag as an esthetician?

You already know SPF is non-negotiable. My beach bag is packed with sunscreen, SPF touch-up options, a hat, sunglasses, and a few skincare essentials to keep my skin happy in the Florida sun.

Beach packing list:
☀️ Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ for the body:
i have been loving the spray spf or the mouse is divine
☀️ SPF for reapplication: the colorescience brush on is great for this and don’t forget its perfect for the scalp!!!
☀️ SPF lip balm: I love using the colorescience colorebalms on my cheeks and lips for that added color. (Berry, pink sky and savanna are my favorite shades)
☀️ Facial mist and toner to help rehydrate post beach and balance the skins ph after sweating. Depending on your skin I love cbd mist and their skin revovery mist, and or hyacyn mist to kill that bad bacteria.
☀️ A wide-brim hat of any kind
☀️ Sunglasses
☀️ A good book or Kindle

Your reminder that protecting your skin doesn’t mean avoiding the beach—it just means being smart about it. 😉

Have you ever tried a professional dermaplane treatment?

This is one of my favorite treatments due to the numerous skin benefits and the instant glow my clients obsess over🌟

See if a dermaplane is the right service for you by booking your free consultation through the link in my bio!

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purging can be one of the most frustrating things BUT there is a light at the end of the tunnel…. it’ll all be worth it!!!

Skin purging is temporary reaction that occurs when active ingredients (retinoids, acids, exfoliants) speed up cell turnover causing impurities to rise to the surface.

It is critical during this stage of the clearing process to continue using products. I always recommend a few other helpful tips during this process including:

-take a zinc and omega supplement. Face Reality’s Balance and Restore supplements are a HIGH QUALITY supplement made especially for the skin.
-ice, ice, ice. anything that is inflamed 🧊
-sulfur spot treatment is your friend🤝🏽
-as always, spf is super important. Not only protects the skin from pigmination and premature aging but allows us to keep the barrier healthy while using actives.
-be sure you are using a hydrating serum and or a calming serum. For hydrators, Hydrablance from face reality is 👩🏽‍🍳💋
-please, please, please avoid the urge to pick lesions. This can do far more damage to the skin!

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“professional products are so much more expensive”

girl i got news for you😉

The benefit of consulting a professional is that it saves you the hassle, stress, and money from trying random products that might not work or even damage your skin- no more guessing based on influencers or ads! 🤗

Book a complimentary consultation with me, bring me your budget, goals, and concerns. I’ll help you find the perfect skincare routine tailored just for you!!

Acne is not an overnight process✍🏼

The bottom photo was taken after ONLY 2 acne bootcamp treatments. ✨✨

Although we are still working to get her the skin of her dreams, I am so proud of the progress she has made in such a short time.

She’s committed to following her customized routine, coming in for treatments every two weeks, and making the necessary adjustments to her lifestyle to support her skin.

Being able to help my clients reach their skin goals is exactly why I became an esthetician.

Visit my website to start your journey today! Message me if you would like to book your virtual consultation if you are not in the area!🖤

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“Fall” in love with this dreamy orange creamsicle cleanser as we transition into the colder months. While this cleanser can be used year-round, it’s the perfect addition for an antioxidant boost to combat seasonal dryness🍊

This nourishing cleanser promotes hydration and helps protect the skin, while effectively removing dead skin cells, makeup, oils, dirt, and debris.

-Vitamin C: promotes an even tone and works to lighten & brighten
-Antioxidants: the ultimate free radical fighters
-Reduces inflammation and redness

Unsure of how to incorporate this in your routine?
Book a consultation with me, and I’ll help you find your perfect regimen!🖤

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