How I transformed my skin in a couple of months after trying EVERYTHING – and the ‘secret weapon’ that left my complexion radiant and clear

A young woman credits a lifestyle overhaul and a groundbreaking skincare line for her new, glowing skin after struggling with painful cystic acne for 2.5 years.

Billyjo, 24, from South Australia, had ‘crystal clear’ skin all her life before she was struck by the painful condition at the age of 22.

It started with a few pimples on the hormonal areas of the face before it ‘spread everywhere’, causing her immense ‘physical and emotional pain’.

What followed was two years of trial and error, during which she tested different medications, treatments and diets before finally finding a routine that made a difference.

She discovered it too The secret, an online prescription skincare brand designed by doctors that Billyjo said was “truly incredible.” So much so that within months her skin was perfect.

Billyjo, 24, from South Australia, had ‘crystal clear’ skin all her life before she was struck by the painful condition at the age of 22. She healed the skin with a hormone balancing diet and The Secret skin care

“I started trying LED treatments at my local skin clinic, along with moisturizing chemical peels, but the spread didn’t stop,” Billyjo said of her fast-spreading acne.

“I’ve tried so many products that promised to help, but again, nothing.”

In desperation, Billyjo was prescribed doxycycline by her doctor, a form of antibiotic that kills the bacteria responsible for acne. After nine months of use, she noticed a huge change, but it wouldn’t be permanent.

‘It was completely gone, but the drugs did more harm than good. Six months later, my cystic acne was back and worse than before, after my gut health was devastated,” she said.

‘I suffered from intense bloating and acne again. I started more treatments, chemical peels, LED, micro needling, but nothing could calm it down. My sister suggested I try treating my skin from within, so I did.”

‘After a few months of hormonal balancing, my sister referred me to The Secret Skincare to take care of my skin. After previous brands and products had failed, I wasn’t sure this would work, but I gave it a try,” she said

“I started trying LED treatments at my local skin clinic, along with moisturizing chemical peels, but the spreading didn’t stop,” Billyjo said of her fast-spreading acne

Armed with a new wave of determination, Billy Jo cut out processed sugars completely, went for long walks, took infrared saunas once a week, and took FEM21 (a hormonal supplement) every morning.

She also incorporated protein and nutritious foods into her diet to balance her hormones and began to register and manage her stress more effectively.

“I started taking care of myself, and it was the best decision I ever made,” she said.

‘After a few months of hormonal balancing, my sister referred me to The Secret Skincare to take care of my skin. After previous brands and products failed, I wasn’t sure if this would work, but I tried it anyway.

‘I ordered the Sensitive Day Brightening Elixir and within a few days to a week my skin started to brighten.’

“I ordered the Sensitive Day Brightening Elixir and within a few days to a week my skin already started to brighten,” she said

‘I added monthly skin needling treatments to speed healing and after a long, painful journey, I am so happy with my skin today. It is healthy and balanced,” Billyjo said

Billyjo used two products: The Acne Night Formula from The Secret and the Day brightening elixir.

The first uses one blend of prescription ingredients that dermatologists know to be most effective for the topical treatment of acne. The second uses a combination of brightening and anti-inflammatory ingredients to gently remove dead skin cells and harmful bacteria that cause various inflammatory skin conditions.

“I honestly couldn’t believe it, my skin went from painful to cystic acne in just a few months,” Billyjo said.

‘I added monthly skin needling treatments to speed healing and after a long, painful journey, I am so happy with my skin today. It is healthy and balanced.

‘I recommend this brand to all my family and friends and honestly to anyone I meet who is going through the same thing. Happy skin is achievable and easier than you think, trust the process!’

EXCLUSIVEMatildas star Caitlin Foord credits The Secret for her six-week skin transformation after years of sun damage

Matildas footballer Caitlin Foord has revealed how she transformed her skin after years of sun damage and confidence-boosting pigmentation.

The 29-year-old Super League Arsenal forward started noticing ‘dark spots’ on her face while playing in Japan in 2017 and became increasingly self-conscious as it worsened after hours of playing in the blaring sun.

That’s when she discovered skincare brand The Secret, after hearing about it from a teammate’s sister. She credits the Australian company with overhauling her skin tone in just six to eight weeks.