Slay to the Music: JILL SCOTT "Whenever You're Around"

Singer & Actress - Jill Scott

Jill Scott, also nicknamed “Jilly from Philly”, gained mainstream recognition in 2000 in the midst of the Neo-Soul musical movement with the release of “Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1”, which went Platinum thanks to the success of songs such as “Getting In the Way”, “Long Walk”, “He Loves Me” and “The Way”. Jill was already making a name for herself in the Philadelphia music & poetry/spoken word scene before the release of her debut album. In the 18 years since, she has collaborated musically with artist ranging from Erykah Badu, The Roots, Anthony Hamilton to legends like George Benson and Al Jarreau. She has even worked with several Hip-Hop artists such as Eve and Dr. Dre.

She is also an accomplished & critically acclaimed actress. She made her big screen debut in 2007 in the movie “ Hounddog” and in Tyler Perry's, “Why Did I Get Married?”. Jill’s acting has also seen her on a variety of television series in guest starting roles and even as the lead in the HBO series based off of a series novels set in Botswana, “The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency” (which I watched & really enjoyed!), playing a detective alongside Anika Noni Rose. She stays busy working in acting realm having appeared in a variety of made for TV movies (for LIFETIME). Ms. Scott has also provided her voice for the character of “Storm” in the BET animated series of “Black Panther”. It is her amazing voice (and storytelling abilities in her songwriting), her character portrayals and her humble attitude & presence that makes her “relatable”.

When I heard her song “Whenever You’re Around” the first time (released in 2007 on her “The Real Thing: Words and Sounds Vol. 3” album), the song took me “there”…many ladies can relate to what this song is about. It has a nice mid-tempo beat. The passion Jill expresses in the song builds up nicely and by the end it makes you want to grab a bottle of wine with Jill and some sister-girlfriends slightly frustrated with the men in our lives (smile) and chat it up…or better yet, SLAY IT UP! 

Jill Scott, "Whenever You're Around"

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MD Complete’s Acne Clearing System Product Review

I’ve had little to no skin issues my entire life (not even as a teenager!) but noticed a change in my skin in the last 9 month or so. As a woman well over 40, I started experiencing periodic breakouts and it was not setting well with me. I tried DIY remedies to get back to normal and some of those seemed to make the problem worse. I discovered by doing some research that it is not uncommon for women my age to experience breakouts due to stress and hormonal changes. 

I know I was in need of a product to get me clear again and I was so glad MD Complete sent me their Acne Clearing System. The skin clearing system I received included Clarifying Cleanser (for gentle but deep cleaning), Breakout Treatment (to treat & prevent), and Citrus-C Healthy Complexion (diminishes post-acne dark marks and refines skin texture) plus Healthy Skin Probiotic dietary supplements for calm, clear and healthy-looking skin (taken internally). MD Complete prides themselves by creating “Dermatologist-level results made simple, effective & complete” without the need for a prescription.

Let me tell you, I absolutely LOVE the smell of the Clarifying Cleanser! It has a soft, Citrus scent that is very pleasant. The other products have a similar pleasant smell as well and none of them leave your skin feeling “heavy” or weighted with product. They clearly state on the packaging that a little does a long way….no more than a nickel sized amount of the Clarifying Cleanser & no more than 2 pumps of the Breakout Treatment and the Healthy Complexion serum. 

Unfortunately, I miscalculated the frequency of my need for the system and for the first 3 or 4  days, I was using all three steps in the morning AND at night before bed. Apparently my skin is a little more sensitive than I realized and I experienced excessive drying on my chin & around my mouth. To rectify the drying & excessive peeling, I reduced my use to using the Cleanser at night only, used the Breakout Treatment during the day (and on an as needed basis at night) and the Healthy Complexion product at night only. 

I wanted to make sure that the results I obtained using the system would not be tainted in any way so I used little to no other “cleansing” products on my skin. I only used some Witch Hazel & Aloe Vera Gel (mainly when I had dried my face out) mainly to keep my skin moisturized.

While I have only been using they system for a little over 2 weeks, I have seen a difference in the clarity of my skin, the texture, the GLOW! I have also seen small patches of discoloration/post blemish marks fade…so much so, I didn’t even need to use any color correcting concealer under my Makeup! The system is a enough for a 60-day supply. The inclusion of the Healthy Skin Probiotic dietary supplements was nice to try (there were 5 single use vials included). I’m seriously wanting to continue to use the Probiotics as they are “a more complete approach to addressing more of the conditions that aggravate acne”. I also am a lover of facial masks and MD Complete has a Clarifying Gel Mask that the company suggests to be used once a month to “exfoliate, maintain clarity and prep skin for accelerated skin-clearing treatments”.

While skin blemishes don’t happen overnight, they will not go away overnight but I’m looking forward to how my continued use of the products revitalize my skin. I plan on making this a daily part of my skincare routine from now on. As with many systems like this, it is recommended that even when you see the results you are looking for, continuing to use the system/products is best to maintain those results. I HIGHLY recommend this system know you will love it. To give this Skin Clearing System a try, use the following code for 15% off your order: http://prz.io/bl5pYvhv and visit the MD Complete website for more information and products offered by this great company.

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About the Product 

Acne Clarifying Cleanser: Natural botanicals and salicylic acid unite to gently exfoliate without stripping skin. Wash away impurities that can clog pores and prevent future breakouts with this light, refreshing infusion of Green Tea, Gingko Biloba and Ginseng.

Acne Breakout Treatment: Our top-rated spot treatment eliminates breakouts without the flakiness of typical Benzoyl Peroxide remedies. This innovative formula hydrates while it helps eliminate acne, effectively repairing the skin and leaving your complexion clear, calm and collected.

Citrus-C Healthy Complexion: Infused with Retinol and Vitamin C, this correcting serum diminishes post-acne dark marks and refines skin texture. Packed with nutrients (including Vitamins A, B, C, and E), this multi-tasking formula also moisturizes skin, leaving a clean-feeling, matte finish.

Healthy Skin Probiotic: Exclusive to MDComplete.com! This nutritional supplement addresses the effects of stress on gut health, supporting calmer, healthier-looking skin. Stress triggers inflammation throughout the body, including the stomach and skin. This supplement contains a Prebiotic and Vitamin B (Niacin) to restore the balance of good bacteria in the belly