MY WEIGHT LOSS MUST HAVES

In this blog ill be sharing some things I believe to be essential for weight loss. The first week changing up a diet routine is usually the week we lose the most. Because of water weight and a drastic transition.

Here are some things I find to be MUST HAVES!

Forskolin! I've tried Garcinia Cambogia, CLA fat burners, amongst other things and I just wasn't impressed. I recently tried this forskolin and I have to say I am so impressed with the results I had using this supplement. I believe is helped me not have as many plateaus and I also believe it helped speed up the process of my weight loss. Below I'll link the exact product I used and purchased myself.

BUY FORSKOLIN HERE

My next weight loss must have is TEA! There are two teas I like specifically although one I can no longer drink because I'm allergic to it. But before I knew I was allergic, man, my abs were on point! 

Matcha green tea. Ill say this one for cost sake and it'll last far longer than the other tea I love so much which is (monkey picked oolong from teavana) the number one part of the body matcha burns fat from in the stomach! If you don't mind a green taste then you will enjoy this. When you click the link above search for Matcha Green Tea (organic is better) 

Next when you are on the go and you are in a position where its either eat a donut or a piece of cake QUEST BARS ARE YOUR OTHER BESTIE! From he flavors to the simple ingredients they really are someone anyone on a health journey should cary with them for an emergency. My favorites are the oreo and chocolate chip so I will link those two options below. (I have used these as a meal replacement front time to time) 

Search Quest Bars From Previous Link 

If you are someone who is a snacker and you like things to be on the more savory side QUEST NUTRITION CHIPS are to die for and are also a life saver. 21 grams of protein low carb and taste great. Another nice little back up to have if you feel like you really need something to hold you over. 

Search quest chips from previous link 

For those of you who need to lose more than 20 pounds I recommend the HCG diet. It's worked really well for me and for the people who stick to it. In this diet challenge its completely optional and you can check this next link out below. Ill also link a video of my most recent results.  This is completely optional! 

http://www.vanessahcg.com

Botox update: 24 years old with Botox

Hello,

I know I said I'd check in after a couple days after having my Botox. But it didn't start to kick in until the 3rd day. My forehead looked a little weird because I could kind of move it but I still had

ripples. After two weeks it took its full effect. I must say I AM IN LOVE! 

I feel it gives my face a nice look. I still have some expression and I can lift part of my brows. I'll post some recent photos. My make up doesn't crease up in the lines of my forehead and it just looks so smooth. This is something I definitely want to do in the future again. 

Getting Botox at Age 24!

I'm sure its somewhat frowned upon being 24 years old and getting botox. But i'm okay with that. I'm at the age now where I want to experiment, I want to prevent wrinkles by eating healthy, not smoking, washing my face correctly, but lets face it that won't completely prevent it. I was offered a free botox treatment after months of considering spending my own money on it so I finally gave in. This is a short review of the process and what I can expect in the next couple of days.

First things first. What facility did I go to? I went to Laser Away in Sherman Oaks and I was beyond impressed with the facility and customer service. As weird as it sounds the receptionist treats you like you're friends and I LOVE that.

Next, she went over all my options payment wise. (this treatment was free for a promo they had) but for future payment options when I want to come back.

After that a nurse comes in and asks you about your health history to make sure you are a good fit.

Then comes the botox. She carefully checked my facial expressions for botox placement and then iced my face. It is completely painless, a tiny pinch. She explained to me not to exercise for 12 hours, not to lay down for four hours and that there is a chance of small bruising. First results don't show up for 3 days and after that 2 weeks are the final results. They last 3-4 months before having to go back and re do. Not too bad in my opinion.

This is something I really just wanted to try to see what it is like, I squint my eyes a lot and make little faces that sometimes cause a crease in my make up and I just don't care for it.

I'm excited to see what happens in the next couple of days and then for the two week results.

I had a great experience at Laser Away and will definitely be returning for other treatments. :) Here are some Pre photos I'll update you in a few days and then in 2 weeks for final results.

Botox in a can? Microdermabraison? Instant face lift? AT HOME!!

Hello, hello everyone.

I'm so excited to share a few things with you regarding skin.

I know you must be wondering what "botox in a can" is or how you can have an instant facelift.

I've recently across a company called beauty control after attending a friends SPA party.

Truthfully, I fell in love that day. I've tried a lot of products high end and low end through out the past 14 years almost since I had severe acne for about 8 or 9 of those years. I'm very sensitive and I almost know right away if Ill like a product or not. 

Anyway, at 24 years old botox doesn't really cross your mind..? right...? 

it didn't cross mine until I learned your eyes show the first signs of aging and only have 4 layers of skin.  I'm realizing putting in the extra effort is really beneficial for the skin in the long run. so I will be explaining this whole instant face life thing and I will post a picture in this blog for you to see the progress for yourself.

Okay, so what is this whole instant face life thing I love so much?

first its the microdermapeel from beauticontrol. If any of you know how expensive it is to get a microdermabraison treatment once a month you know how unrealistic that is for some people. This treatment is the same thing as going to get a treatment for wayyyyyyyyyyy cheaper and you can do it once a week. It minimizes pores, takes away anything you weren't born with over time, such as sun damage, age spots, scars from acne, etc and gives the skin an amazing polish, lift and glow. 

(this treatment will be shown in the last photo of the 3 posted)

Purchase Microdermapeel HERE

Then here comes the TIGHT FIRM AND FILL.

Now if you're 24 like me or just still in your pre wrinkle years you may think you don't needs this..

But I've noticed a lift to my face since I started using these products.

Now there is a mild version which is called tight, firm and fill and a strong version which is called BTextreme. I've been using both combined. 

The mild version just helps reduce lines and wrinkles, if you have dark circles and puffiness it'll take that away.

Now the strong version is like botox in a can. Which actually penetrates down to the muscle to relax those wrinkles. So if you HAVE botox it will help it last longer (saving you money with less frequest visits) and if you don't it will soften up the lines on your face. 

Purchase Tight Firm and Fill HERE

I've noticed a HUGE difference in my skin since I started using these products along with the daily facial regimen. I love it so much that Im scared to miss a day of applying these products. 

Hope you all enjoy this, I hope this is helpful. If this is something you'd like to try out feel free to contact me via email to host a spa at watsonvanessa08@yahoo.com Or you can purchase through the above links. and this one as well. http://www.beautipage.com/vanessamwatson1

Thank you. Sending love & beauty your way! 

these photos are not edited. Far left is just after face wash. middle is after wash and using Btextreme and tight firm and fill. far right is after microdermapeel with tool and using btextreme and tight firm and fill.

:)

How to Lose 5-8lbs in 3 days!

I know a lot of people celebrated Memorial Day weekend out partying, eating a ton of good food and drinking. Which naturally results in ending the weekend a little more bloated or bigger than they started it. 

For me this top picture was right before leaving to vegas (forgive the messy background I was backing and unorganized) I know I'd come home with a few extra pounds.  This next picture is a 6 pound difference and as you can see I look really bloated. 

So what did I do to reduce the weight and get back to where I first started.

Upon getting home the first thing I did was pick up a gallon of water and I drank it. If you get home late like I mentioned in my youtube video (that will be live at 5pm California time today) drink at least half of the gallon. 

I also chugged 2 table spoons of apple cider vinegar in water before bed. 

and then had a cup of oolong tea. 

and woke up a little less swollen 

Along with those things above there are a couple more things you can do to help you shed those pounds. 

Cranberry Juice.. No I'm not talking about ocean spray. I'm talking about real unsweetened cranberry juice. Put about 3 oz of cranberry juice in a 20-50 ounce water bottle and drink that through out the day. It filters the kidneys and reduces swelling and also is great for your urinary tracts and helps release the water weight. I've done this for years and it works like a charm. (cant believe I forgot to mention it in the video)

If you have a sweat belt sleep in it for one or two nights. Sweat while you sleep and release some more excess water. 

Eat foods like cucumber, berries and asparagus to also help with the water weight. 

I've lost up to 10 pounds of water in 3 days before. give this a try and use your own judgment to see if its right for you. This isnt a crash diet just some things to add right when you get home from your vacation to detox you and get rid of some unwanted swelling and pounds. :) 

How to Avoid Gaining Relationship Weight...

I wanted to talk about this because in the past I have always been one of those people that gains the 20+ pounds of relationship weight which also contributed to my "yo-yo dieting" & now that I have finally hit a point where I am fed up with yo-yo dieting or my weight constantly going up and down I'm now in a position where I'm losing weight in my relationship.
I talk in detail on my youtube channel on how difficult its been for me to lose weight this past year due to some hormone imbalances and It took me FOREVER to figure out the problem. However, Ill keep this post on topic.

Tip one: When you start dating someone focus on yourself and the goals you have set. Although, this person likes you how you are upon meeting you realize its still about YOU and what YOU want for your self.
- In the past I've never compromised myself or changed my likes or dislikes for a person. But I have allowed myself to forget about the goals I had set for myself or fall of track with what I was doing prior to meeting that person. So don't become so consumed with what THEY are doing and make sure you are still doing what makes you feel best.

Tip two: Express your eating habits to the person you're with and make sure they understand.
- From my experience the men I have previously dated don't eat healthy ever. and don't like healthy food. Men and women have different bodies a man can eat whatever he wants, work out and never gain a pound. Women.. well some of us can gain 10 pounds in a week. Set boundaries for how many times you go out to eat a month. I've never lived with a significant other before, but if you're in control of the kitchen and cooking give him a designated spot for his snacks.. a SMALL spot and have your lunch and dinner ready. If he understands you're serious and you are sticking to your habit he'll respect and encourage it. (I'm grateful to have that now)

Tip three: Have a list of place you absolutely WILL NOT EAT just so your partner knows.
- for me I will not eat any fast food at all. If it has a drive through there is no compromise.

Tip four: Implement a workout system together, share your progress and goals with one another.
- I've found that expressing my goals in a relationship helps the person get on board with you. Maybe they won't eat salads for dinner with you but they'll encourage you to keep it up! Its also a way to bond, nothing is better than the person you're with noticing a positive change in you.

Tip five: Always always always want to make a healthy change to a healthier lifestyle for yourself. It should never be about the other person.
- I use to stress so much if I was getting too big for someone or if I could be more attractive. Now I just look at myself and say "I can do better, I want better." I CAN and I WANT are the key words.

In the end your significant other will appreciate the change in confidence. If you aren't happy with yourself I feel that it could cause unnecessary problems in a relationship. I'm speaking for myself when I say you look in the mirror and don't even like yourself that causes you to feel ugly, unwanted, unworthy and those are such negative feelings to have. Having confidence in your body and overall appearance with lead to dressing better, feeling better, knowing you're worthy and loved.


I can touch base more on my yoyo dieting experiences in the past and losing weight.

xo.

- Vanessa

Progress & Experimenting

PThe first part of this post is recent progress which I'll do a video on. Left was about two months ago and the right was this morning. I can finally see and feel changes which feels good and keeps me motivated to reach my goal. Which is still about 15-20lb from where I am

Today! 

With that vein said I've been feeling a huge lack of energy for some reason. I'm not sure if it's because I wake up so early or there is a nutrient in my diet that I'm not getting. So I did some research on bee pollen and it's not only anti viral/bacterial it's suppose to help with a number of thing a and boosting energy is one of them. Today was the first day I experimented adding it ontop of my chicken with tomatoes and it's pretty good! I'm all for a natural form of energy so I'll update you guys once a week or two has gone by.