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Hey, I’m Sreeja !

If you are new here, I am a skincare mentor, blogger, YouTuber and have helped a lot of people achieve a balanced, healthy and clear skin.

But for several years in my life I was at war with my own skin.

It was an ongoing battle with my acne and clogged pores.

I tried hard to fight with my arsenal of drying anti-acne treatments, well intentioned damaging skincare products, unsolicited advice from friends and family, prescription pills, antibiotics and skin wrecking DIY(s).

From hot compresses (that almost burnt my skin) to almost taking Accutane – I have tried it all.

I was 14 and my dermatologist prescribed Tazret (Strongest topical retinoid). Now, you might think to yourself, “What, retinoid at such a young age?”

But my problem wasn’t that because retinoid is a good ingredient and is beneficial for acne prone skin.

My problem was that he did not educate me about it.

After my first usage, I experienced intense peeling/redness and when I went back to his office, he said oh you might be allergic to this drug and he immediately stopped it and prescribed Accutane.

WHAT EVEN?? (That’s how retinoid works)

But thankfully, I took a second opinion and dropped the idea of Accutane all together.

(Yes, it works really well but is usually prescribed as a last resort for acne. Also, there is a long list of side effects, so you really have to weigh the pros and cons for yourself)

Now, my acne was not that bad (for me it was more about clogged pores and pustules that used to leave deep marks), so I decided to look for answers online.

Worst Mistake Ever

I was baffled by the kind of knowledge that was available- there was a DIY for every skin problem, life changing products recommended by bloggers, multiple skincare products, skincare hacks and what not.

But the problem was that this information was driven by marketing strategies, PR packages, paid promotions, fear mongering and chemo phobia.

This further destroyed my skin and I started to question the quality of skincare information out there.

Fueled by my distrust, I started doing my own research.

Skincare really made me happy and I was determined to know every bit of it.

I started learning the science behind our skin and how to properly take care of it.

I was shocked by the kind of misinformation out there and the kind of advice people were giving.

I saw ignorant statements like –

  • Use coconut oil for your acne
  • Use aloe gel (straight from the plant) as a moisturizer
  • Use Apple Cider Vinegar as a toner
  • Follow the ten step Korean routine for a flawless skin
  • Use preservative free skincare
  • Don’t put ingredients you can’t read on your skin
  • Sunscreen causes cancer so don’t use sunscreen

All of this is BS and trust me I have been there, and it is not going to help you or your skin in any way (it will damage it further).

However, there are two things that actually work –

(1) Chemical Based Skincare (aka properly formulated skincare)

(2) Skin Positivity (let’s talk about it)

So as a skincare blogger, I get at least ten DM(s) on an average each day from different people which goes something like this-

“Hey, I want a clear skin. I want my skin to look like yours. Can you please help?”

While the first part (i.e. a desire for clear skin) is completely realistic and understandable the second part (i.e. I want my skin to look like yours) is unrealistic and problematic.

We live in a world driven by social media, idealizing the unrealistic standards of beauty. Priorities are placed on PERFECT, PORELESS, and FLAWLESS SKIN.

Every sign of imperfection is being erased (the wonders of makeup, photo editing, filters, and lighting).

However, for people who have less than a perfect skin, this perfect skin culture trashes their self-esteem. They question their own self-worth which can understandably impact their psychological well-being.

Enter, SKIN POSITIVITY. It basically means changing the way you look at your skin rather than trying to change it physically. It means treating your skin with all the love and respect it deserves rather than battering it with negative comments.

I am telling you right now, YOU ARE NOT THE ONLY ONE. Almost each and every one of us experience some form of skin condition at some point in our lives, and it’s completely normal.

Perfect skin is not the norm rather different skin conditions are. If you have any skin condition (acne, psoriasis, vitiligo, melasma, etc.), it is okay to ask for help, but don’t put your personal happiness at the mercy of your skin.

And next time you feel like locking yourself in your room because of your acne scars.

Ask yourself this question – Is having a good skin day, equivalent to having a good day?

Having said all of the above, it has been a long and difficult journey, but I am grateful for all the knowledge I gained along the way. But I had to do it all alone and I would hate for anybody else to go through the same route I did. So, I have created this space for people like you and me, people who want the right information, people who are tired of all the conflicting misinformation and people who want a healthy/clear skin but are struggling for it.

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Ask your skincare questions/queries, clear your doubts about different skincare ingredients, learn the difference between skin trends and skin needs, get feedback on different skincare products and find out what works and what doesn’t when it comes to skincare.

We don’t do DIY(s) here.

We don’t believe in green washing.

We don’t share sponsored content.

We don’t believe in #voguishskincare trends

We share good skincare information.

We give honest product reviews and feedback.

I keep a close eye on the quality of content along with sharing skincare tips a few times a week.

Exclusive Skincare Information

Skincare is my passion and I put a lot of hard work and dedication into it. Before creating any content, I ask myself a question, that is this going to add any value to the society? And only if the answer is yes, I go ahead and create it.

The BHG community has a Skincare cheat sheet, Basic Skincare Pyramid, guideline for formulating skincare routine, Skincare brand list (the good and the bad) and good skincare advice.

So, if you still haven’t found the products that really work for your skin and you are interested in learning about the ins and outs of skincare (What are you waiting for?).

My Clients

Is this community for me?

YES

NO

  • If you want quick fixes and short-term solutions
  • If you want DIY remedies
  • If you want to follow skin trends
  • If you believe in fear mongering (green beauty, toxic skincare)
  • If you want to use essential oils to heal your skin
  • If you are scared of chemical-based skincare (Chemicals are not harmful. Substances that contain carbon atoms are chemicals, you, me, water, plants and everything on this planet by definition is a chemical.)
  • If you are not willing to make changes

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Hi Sreeja
Firstly,Thankyou so much for understanding my skin so well and recommending the best suited products for me. Its been around 30 days,I’ve been using the products recommended by you and I can see some major differences on my skin.My pimple healed within 2-3 days which is great,My acne marks are lighter,My skin doesn’t feel stretchy now. I don’t know how much change is visible through these pictures but I definitely think that I’ve achieved my skin goals through this program. I’ve already recommended this program to some of my friends who are facing some skin problems.