Tainna in Ottawa

Electrolysis: Update!

Wednesday, I went to Electrolyze some unwanted hair around my chin area, and believe or not, it went really well.

Now, at first I was really scared. Tainna and needles do NOT get along. I am the type of girl who almost passed out when I had to get a blood test. I am the chick who actually cried when I got my travel vaccinations.

Obviously, I knew I would have a problem with this. However, I hated those little hairs so much, I was ready to brace myself.

When the esthetician zapped the first hair. I felt nothing. I mean I felt a small, little poke, but really if I wasn't staring at the woman, bracing myself as if I were to get electrocuted, I would have hardly notice it.

It went really well, and I was done within 15 minutes.

I am returning next week, since even though she got all my chin hairs, hair grows at different rates, so I know they will be more...

It cost 11.50$ electrolysis + 1.75$ needle + tip. So I think it was decent, if the hair never comes back!

Verdict? I would definitely recommend trying it! My chin area went so well, but if I were to do my upper lip or other sensitive areas, it would probably be a tad more painful!

On a side note, I am now considering my bikini area... I'll keep you all posted!

Blemishs galore!

I am the type of person to procrastinate.

I had skin issues for awhile now, but I would downplay them or just cover them up with make-up.

One day, while I was waiting for the bus, I notice my reflection on the window. Ladies, I looked like sh*t. I was greasy, with little of no make-up left and blemishes, blemishes, blemishes!

Gasping, I reached inside my beloved Coach bag and whipped out my Maybelline Dream Matte Powder. This does very little to cover the blemishes, but it toned down my extremely shiny face.

That was it! I had it! The blemishes had to go.

I went to the Rideau Center and then to Shoppers ( I was a bit too broke to go to Sephora!) and kindly asked the lady if she could help.

She was absolutely amazing!

She offered me the same products she said she was using, which were Vichy products. She offered me the cleanser, moisturizer and toner.

Now the prices on all products were a bit high, and all three combined were over 80$.I was hesitant and thought that she was yanking my chain, but she assured me that this was the best.

I decided to purchase them, since I have been having skin problems for awhile and if the products did not live up to the hype, then I would make a nasty review on TiO! Mouhahaha!

Well... it lives up to the hype! My pores are smaller, my blemishes are gone, my skin is more evenly toned, hell, I FEEL prettier!

Here are my steps:

Each night, either right after work or before going to bed, I wash my face with Vichy Normaderm Deep Cleansing Gel. I wash in circles my face and neck. Rinse off and pat dry.

Then, I proceed to use Normaderm Purifying Astringent Toner. It eliminates all impurities and leaves my skin clean.

Afterward, I apply a night cream and head to bed.

Each morning, I repeat steps 1 and 2, but I use Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care as my daily moisturizer.

Stay tuned for a detailed review in the Product Review section.

Luv the Skin You are In!

I am going to let you guys in on a secret... I have bad, terrible, scary pores.

I hate my skin! You name it, and I have it:

• Black Heads
• Over Sized pores
• Blemishes

I wanted to minimize the appearance of my pores, and obtain smoother and clearer skin.

I did some research, and I was about to purchase Clairsonic Skincare Brush at Sephora. The price was a bit steep for me, and I was unable to justify the reasoning to purchase a brush for 195$. Vanity and all, I have a budget to follow!

I continued searching and I found that Sally Beauty (God, I love that store!) has a similar product for a fraction of the price (listed 24.99$ USD).

I drove the 30 minutes in traffic to get to the store and purchase it (and other goodies!) right away.

I tried it as soon as I got home, and I did notice a difference right away. The black heads on my house diminished considerably and my skin seemed so clean.

I tried it again this morning, really working my nose, and again I notice that alway all of them are gone! No lie!

I am going to make an official review next week, since I believe it is too early to rate it...But, things are looking good!