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My PCOS Journey – From Pain to Empowerment By Joanna Vidal Hello, dearest readers! It’s me again—Joanna. For those of you who are new here, welcome! I love sharing my experiences to inspire and motivate others, and today’s topic is something deeply personal: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, also known as PCOS or Stein–Leventhal syndrome. This condition is a hormonal imbalance that affects millions of women around the world. While it’s not deadly, if left untreated, it can lead to serious health complications like diabetes, infertility, and even certain cancers. Sadly, many women go undiagnosed due to lack of awareness, misinformation, or misdiagnosis. That’s why I’m here—sharing my journey to help others recognize the signs, feel less alone, and take action. How It All Began: My Early Symptoms I started experiencing symptoms of PCOS when I was just 14 years old. My period became irregular and extremely painful. Each time it came, I felt dizzy, pale, and weak. There was even a day when ...

My Microneedling Journey for Acne Scars An honest guide to my at-home derma roller experience By Joanna Vidal Hey guys! It’s Joanna again In today’s blog, I’m diving into my experience with microneedling at home—also known as derma rolling—as a treatment for acne scars. This journey is personal, a little painful, but honestly, so worth it. After clearing my hormonal acne using Oratane medication (which I shared in my post: [My Acne Story – How I Got Rid of It]), I was left with deep scars that made me feel like my skin journey wasn’t fully over. Every time I looked in the mirror, those scars reminded me of the struggle I’d been through. So, I started researching microneedling—and here’s everything I learned, experienced, and would recommend to anyone curious about trying it too! Why I Chose Microneedling Microneedling is a skincare treatment that uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries in the skin. Sounds scary? A little—but it helps stimulate collagen production and improves...

My Journey with Acne Treatment: A Personal Story & Tips for Others By Joanna Vidal I’m not a doctor or a medical expert, but I want to share my personal experience with acne treatment in hopes it might help others on a similar journey. If you’re considering any form of acne medication, especially something like Oratane, please make sure to consult with a dermatologist before starting. The Struggles of Hormonal Acne Treatment During my battle with hormonal acne, I had a lot of fears and doubts. I prayed for good health and was mindful that the powerful medications I was taking could harm me if I didn’t follow the doctor’s advice carefully. I spent hours researching and reading reviews before deciding to begin treatment, ensuring that I understood the potential risks. One of the most important things I learned was the need to avoid pregnancy while on medication like this, as it can cause birth defects. Always follow your doctor’s prescription to the letter and stay informed about ...

How I Got Rid of Hormonal Acne: My Honest Journey By Joanna Vidal Hi, beautiful people! Today, I want to share my personal experience with hormonal acne—how it started, how it affected my confidence, and how I finally overcame it. Disclaimer: I’m not a doctor or medical expert. I’m simply sharing my personal journey in the hope that it might help or inspire someone going through something similar. How My Acne Started When I was a teenager, I had clear, glowing skin. I only had mild pimples occasionally, which healed naturally and didn’t leave dark spots. I didn’t use any skincare products—just soap and water. But everything changed when I turned 23, around September 2015. People said it was hormonal imbalance—“you’re becoming a lady,” they told me. I also moved from a cold climate to a much warmer area, and I believe the drastic weather change played a role in triggering my breakouts. At first, it was just one pimple. Then it started spreading—and before I knew it, my entire face was ...