Naked and Scarred

Beauty redefined. Hey! My name is Olesya (pronounced Olyssa) and I've always been against society's view of true beauty. I can't stand the thought that people are more encouraged to perfect their appearance than to grow as a person. This blog, while it may not be seen by anyone, is my view on the world through my faith. God is the most important relationship in my life and through him I have found who I am aside from what I look like.

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White as Snow

We hurry seasons

If a snowflake falls in spring our hearts grow cold and bitter

But what if snows a picture, you telling me that love is bigger

That the red that turned me white is not only reserved for the harsh winter winds but for all seasons

That you can cover my weaknesses in all degrees

Your healing isn’t reserved for when I’m at my worst

It’s for now

For when I’m reaching with sweaty palms

When my grasp seems to slip

You’re there

reminding me that as icy streets melt away your hands have not left me

You have not left me

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Milk vs. Acne

Since August I have completely eliminated caffeine out of my diet because I had noticed that it made me break out. Along with caffeine I laid off of the sweets and dairy. My skin has gotten a LOT better, but with that being said I still get breakouts on a regular basis (daily). 

This past week I decided that dairy was not causing the problem because I just really wanted a protein shake and there was no almond milk at my grandmas (water just doesn’t cut for me for shakes). Why not? I’ll just go for it, what do I have to lose? Well, dairy is definitely the problem and I totally regretted that shake I could have made with water. Three under the skin pimples are forming and i’m just praying that they’ll go away.

To put it simply, milk has hormones. These hormone interact with out hormones and could potentially cause problems that will show themselves on our face. Now, not all people will have a reaction to it but if you have not been able to get rid of your acne maybe give his a try and see if there is any difference. What we eat can have a major impact our skin. 

After my break out today I searched articles about milk to see if anyone had similar stories and found this one: 

http://www.xojane.com/beauty/i-gave-up-dairy-and-all-i-got-was-the-best-skin-of-my-life

She writes out how she dealt with this exact problem and builds a pretty solid case on why you should give it a try. 

I will be cutting dairy out of my diet and will update you all on the progress:) 

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Facial Region Solution http://www.skinacea.com/acne/acne-face-map.html#.VISyAMk9_5c

Forehead Acne

Go to bed early (10pm) and wake up early (6am). Even if you can’t fall asleep, it’s good to relax so your liver can rest and be ready for work the next day

Drink plenty of water to flush out...

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Honey and cinnamon masks for the win tonight. Studying for finals has had me procrastinating all day, so at least making this mask was a bit more productive than eating everything in my fridge. Right?

Anyway, wishing everyone the best of luck on their finals and the happiest of winter breaks/holidays.

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"You've got your reasons, but I hold your peace...cause I loved you before you knew what was love, and I saw it all still I chose the cross." It's amazing how God saw all the inner ruins of my life and was still willing to die for me. He planted hope and purpose into everyone of us and NOTHING we do or fail to do will leave us disqualified. Just that alone leaves me yearning for more. Yearning for a love that is much greater than I'll ever be, but a love that tells me I'm worthy and deserving nonetheless. #TornadoLove #getsweptaway (at Grant Park, Chicago)

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When you finally let go of something that you thought was your future, your future becomes a bit bigger and a bit more exciting.

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If you're having problems with acne scars give this product a try. It's from Vits-K Professionals and specifically designed to treat acne scars. Enriched with ProVita-K Complex, Silica, and Anti-Aging Peptides! I've been using it for years and nothing has come close to it. I buy it off of Ulta's website (they do NOT sell it in stores anymore). Just thought I'd share:) If you guys have anything else you use for acne scars please let me know!!

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Soooo, I have not posted in a while because school started and everything just got super busy!! BUT I have good news. My face cleared up! How you may ask? I had a bad reaction to all the caffeine and sugar I was consuming. Crazy I know. As soon as I stopped eating any my face started clearing up. No more pain and no more red ugly pimples on my face. And then when I thought all was well I realized how many acne scars I had on my face. Ugh. They are almost just as bad!! Of course they are not as swollen but come on who loves having those red things all over your cheeks. NOT ME!! And that's when I discovered coconut oil. It does wonders you guys. I use it as a cleanser in the morning and at night. Then I just gently wipe it off with a wet towel. After just two months I can see a dramatic different in my face. Give it a try! Also make sure the coconut oil is pure and 100% organic and virgin. It will give you the best results. If you have any questions please ask:)

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So this week has been my first week away from home and at school. I'm at my grandmas so it's not too far but still. Trying to stay healthy is a bit of a struggle because my grandparents want to feed me everything in their fridge. But I've actually been doing pretty well! I've been wandering around Pinterest for good cookie recipes and found these. They are gluten free honey pecan cookies. They are actually pretty fulfilling. Just add a glass of cold almond milk and you're all set. (If anyone wants the recipe let me know:)) Anyway, being away from home is harder that I had first imagined. I'm a hardcore homebody who deeply enjoys living beside my family. Even if it's just being in my home with them walking around it gives me comfort. So this whole not being with them isn't my favorite. But even in this God has given me comfort. He has shown me that I must set my sight on the future. This time is only for a moment and then it too shall pass. Not every moment in life will be easy and carefree. Some may be difficult and discomforting. That's okay though! Either way God has got you. He's laying down your path right at this moment. So whatever you are going through is just making you stronger. Keep your eyes on the future and don't look back!

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A few of my un-edited film from the other day. Enjoy:)

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I'm cheesin a bit too hard here but it was such a lovely day so I think it's okay. Today I went out and got to shoot with my film cameras. I've seriously always been a big fan of film and all those older things. Of course I find digital photography and new technology awesome but I'm a vintage soul. This got me thinking about how so many things loose their spark after a while. But what about the outdoors? Looking at nature and not seeing Gods hand through it all is crazy to me. Every angle screams art. The crazy thing is that it never goes out of style. What He designs will inevitably be timeless. So let me ask you this: aren't you a creation even grander than the trees and the sky? Yes! You were created without limits. You will NEVER lose your wonder. That's the beauty in being created by such a marvelous creator. You can never lose your spark.

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So the other night I came home from work to find pizza waiting for me in the kitchen. And most of the time that would be pretty amazing but lately I’ve been trying to eat healthy and pizza doesn’t really fit in to the category.

I feel like a lot of us can testify that after the first few glorious moments of taste we just feel sluggish and gross.

So I decided I would pass and make a healthier pizza version later.

And that’s where Pinterest comes in (like always). I found this recipe for a healthy pizza crust and guess what it’s made of. Cauliflower!!! Yes way!

It’s pretty good too!

So if anyone is interested in the recipe please let me know :)

Also, those are some sweet potato fries on the side which are really easy to make as well. (And guess what. They're baked! So I think that counts as healthy too.)

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Whatever you are going through is NOT going to be for granted!! God will not only bring you out of it but he will heal so many others through it. Remember that you don't always need to have it all together. 2 Cor. 12:9-10 says that when we are weak HE is strong. Rest assured today knowing that you are not going through life alone, and that the things God brings you out of will set so many others free as well.

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Meadow Running

Your whispers they echo Quite loud I may say The ever so needed words in bouquets And once as I knelt to the ground with black clippers A refresh of wind twirled me up in a whistle Searching around all the bushes and trees My search for your notice was at once put to ease Your melodies sang all the sweetest of tunes And I sat back in covers amazed at the view

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