Kylee's Korner

I am a former model and current mother who loves the beauty and fashion industry and seeks the best products and value to keep myself current. I blog to share my thoughts, expertise and research with those who follow me. Those who read my blog gain insight into fashion, save money and avoid frustrations on the products they purchase.

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6 Tried-and-True Ways I Used To Fade Acne Scarring

About two years ago I was dealing with some difficult acne. You can check out some of my videos from that time and see that I was either wearing heavy makeup to cover the mean, red acne on my face, or you could visibly see the acne scarring left behind. I wish I could say that fading acne scarring was an easy process, but unfortunately it’s not. It takes time.

Today I’ve been able to get acne under control and successfully fade a lot of the scarring that I had from my teens and early 20s. It took two years and consistent facial care, but now have the best skin I’ve ever had. It didn’t happen overnight, and if you want to decrease signs of acne scarring, you’ll need to be patient and use a few of these tips below.

6 Ways To Fade Acne Scarring

1. Use organic, raw apple cider vinegar.

Hailed as quite the miracle-worker, apple cider vinegar can do everything from clean your bathrooms to sooth a sore throat. I happen to use Bragg organic apple cider vinegar as a facial toner. It is amazing! The naturally-occurring acid in apple cider vinegar restores the acidity to our skin and kills acne-causing bacteria, removes excess dirt, makeup, and dissolves dead skin cells. You can spend big bucks on high-end cleansers and toners or you can use apple cider vinegar that is 100% natural and significantly cheaper.

If straight apple cider vinegar seems to strong, you can dilute it with filtered water.

2. Indian clay healing mask.

Maybe you’ve heard me rave about the Indian clay healing mask before, but I swear it is one of the biggest reasons I finally got control of my acne and got rid of acne scarring. You can get the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay on Amazon and it basically deep cleanses your pores, sloughs off all dead skin cells, and allows your skin to regenerate and create new skin— layers without acne scarring. I mix apple cider vinegar into the mask to double up on powerful properties and get new, glowing skin tissue.

3. Daily skin exfoliation.

My acne-prone skin needs daily exfoliation to refresh and regenerate. Dead skin cells, old makeup, dirt, and oils like to hang out on your skin’s surface and simply rinsing and wiping doesn’t take all of that junk off. You’re going to have to exfoliate. You can do this by using a granulated scrub or mask, using a loofah in gentle circular motions, or by using a small exfoliating beauty brush (you can find these in the cosmetic sections of most stores).

4. Choose a cleanser with salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide.

The best cleansers for tackling acne are the ones that contain either salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. You’ll find that most over-the-counter acne cleansers are going to be one or the other. Personally, my skin does not handle salicylic acid well so I like to use a benzoyl peroxide cleanser. If you deal with acne, use trial and error to determine which works best for you. My favorite benzoyl peroxide cleanser is PanOxyl. It’s helped fade my acne scarring by lightening my skin.

5. Use a brightening moisturizing cream.

One thing I discovered about six months ago that I am loving is the Burt’s Bees Brightening Moisturizing Cream with daisy extract. This is an even skin tone moisturizer that brightens the skin and reduces the appearance of acne scarring. You can get it at any drug store or here on Amazon. This is a great product to use in conjunction with the apple cider vinegar toner.

6. Always, always use sunscreen.

Twenty years ago sunscreen wasn’t such a big deal. Today it is not only recommended, but pretty much a beauty law. Simply put, you have to protect your skin from sun damage. Not only that, but when you have acne or acne scarring like I have dealt with, every time you get sunburnt or tan, that pigment actually darkens your acne scars and stays there. If you don’t wear sunscreen, it will take a really, really long time to get rid of acne scarring. Protect your skin by wearing sunscreen or a hat—it’s so important.

You can check out my quick video on this topic here:

Thanks for stopping by! You can check out more beauty videos here. And feel free to share any secrets you have for reducing acne scarring.

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False Eyelashes 101: How To Apply Them Like a Pro!

I often get compliments on my thick eyelashes, and although I wish I could take all the credit, I have to say that false lashes are one of my secret weapons. False eyelashes are fun! They give you incredible fullness and a natural, lush look if you apply them correctly. They’re perfect for that special occasion like a wedding or date night and can give you an instant glam look.

Here’s an easy crash-course in applying false eyelashes. It’s really not hard—you can do it and do it like a pro! Follow the step-by-step guide below or watch exactly how I apply my lashes in the Facebook Live vide at the end of this post.

How To Apply False Eyelashes Like a Pro

  1. Get your false eyelashes and lash glue. I use Ardell lashes and Ardell Duo dark glue (it dries black instead of clear.) I’ve used everything from high-end lashes to low-end ones and I always, always come back to Ardell 110 lashes. I LOVE them! They make my eyelashes feel even more full. You can get Ardell false lashes and Ardell Duo glue at Target and Amazon. For beginners, I recommend the demi-wispies. You can get glam ones, but the Ardell 110 lashes are a good place to start.
  2. Draw a fine line eyeliner on each eye. You want the lash to look full and defined so applying a thin line of black eyeliner will help your lashes blend and pop.
  3. Apply a light coat of mascara. Not too thick, but a delicate coat of mascara will help the lashes grip better.
  4. *BEGINNER TIP: Measure and clip. Before you apply any false lashes you need to measure them to your eye. My hot tip for beginners—clip the lash into three segments. I can’t even tell you how much easier this makes applying fake lashes! (Watch the video for example.) To measure the lashes, tilt your head up and lay the lashes on top of your real lashes (no glue). I don’t like them too close to the corners of my eye—it irritates my eyes. Trim off the edges as needed and then clip the lash into three equal sections.
  5. Dab the base of the lashes in glue. Dab a blot of glue to the back of your hand, a small paper plate, or the container the lashes came in. Dip the base of the false lash into the glue.
  6. WAIT 1 minute before applying. This is key—you have to wait about a minute until the glue is tacky before you apply it. If you don’t wait, the lashes will slide and it will drive you crazy. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP! If I could share one secret to applying false lashes, this would be it! Wait until the glue is tacky before applying.
  7. Start on the outer part of the eye (closer to the ear). After the glue on the false lash is tacky (sticky), place it on top of your lashes, right next to the lash line. Hold it there for a second until the lash sticks without sliding. (Watch video below.)
  8. Repeat for each of the three segments by dabbing the base of the false lash into the glue, wait for 1 minute until the glue turns tacky, then apply to the base of your lashes. The biggest trick to applying false lashes like a pro is WAITING until the glue turns tacky.
  9. Once all lash segments are applied, you can use tweezers to pat them down.
  10. Apply a coat of mascara and you’re done!

If you see the lash band, just dot eyeliner over the top of the band to conceal it.


How long do the lashes last?

Good question. You can count on false lashes to get you through one whole day. I like to take them of before bed each night.

Are they easy to remove?

Another good question, and yes, false lashes are easy to remove! Grab top of the false lashes and lightly tug; this should remove your false lashes fairly easily. You can also take some warm water in your fingertips and squeeze your lashes. This will warm up the glue and the lashes will slip right off.

False lashes are a lot of fun, especially when you’re going for that glam look and eyes that pop! Thanks for joining me at Kylee’s Korner! If you love makeup and beauty, you might also like:

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Natural Dewy Makeup With Berry Lip Tutorial!

Natural Dewy Makeup With Berry Lip Tutorial! 

Hey guys! I love this time of year, kids get out of school for the summer and we get to enjoy the warm sunny days! With the sun comes beautifully sun kissed skin, and rosy cheeks. But with that also comes major heat, so for me I like to keep my makeup simple and quick so that I can enjoy the day while knowing my skin is protected with SPF and I still look put together instead of like I just rolled out of bed! Watch my LIVE below to see how I create my fresh dewy skin with a pop of berry on the lips! Make sure to like my Facebook Page (HERE) and Instagram (HERE) so you don’t miss out on my other tutorials!

Products Used:

IT Cosmetics CC Cream

PIXI Color Corrector

RCMA No Color Powder

Models Own Liquid Highlighter

Models Own Bronzer

Models Own Berry Lip