Review: Catalyst VCO & Collagen Premium

I finally manage to find something new to blog about.

This time I'll review a product that I religiously consume ever since I had this terrible skin allergy when I first arrived in UKM.

I had medical history with skin allergy but you know, it comes and go so I don't really give it so much thoughts. This year's probably topped my list because the allergy attacked my facial skin. God knows that's the last place where I want it to be. My skin usually only has breakouts during my menstrual - which is something I am grateful of. My skin is clear from acne, just enlarged pores, blackheads and whiteheads. Normal for oily skin.

The allergy did not cause acne by the way. It's the TINY BUMPS. They spread all over my forehead and cheeks, yucks! I couldn't look myself in the mirror for over 2 weeks. I had to drag myself to my university's clinic and the doctor prescribed a few medicines (I honestly hate taking over the counter meds). Again I religiously ate them but the bumps just wouldn't go away!! Frustrated and furious, I came across Catalyst products. Their top-selling product is Virgin Coconut Oil. You can know more about them here: http://catalyst2u.net/

Fingers crossed I purchased these from someone I knew back in IPG (a really nice young lady). 

I wanted to show a picture of the tiny bumps but I went on deleting it a couple of months back. Silly! I did google some images however, here's the best picture that described my problem at that time.

Yes, it was that bad. Mine was flesh-coloured and spread to my forehead as well. My self-esteem was really low then, because I knew I deserved better skin. Sounds obnoxious but I'm born with good skin! :(

Anyway, I took VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil) in soft gels twice a day and the collagen before I sleep. All hail Catalyst because under a week, my bumps were completely gone. And no, it didn't make a return! Hooray! I hope they're not making any comebacks at all. I figured the oil regulates my hormone and acts as protective antioxidant, hence the improved result. Here's a list of benefits VCO claims to have:

• Supplies important nutrients necessary for good health 
• Provides an immediate source of energy
• Boosts body's immune system 
• Promotes weight loss 
• Improves digestion and nutrient absorption
• Helps reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) & enhance good cholesterol (HDL) 
• Helps keep skin soft and smooth 
• Helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling of the skin
• Helps protect against skin cancer and other blemishes
• Helps maintain healthy thyroid function
• Helps control diabetes; helps regulate blood sugar 
• Reduces risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease
• Reduces risk of cancer and other degenerative conditions
• Helps prevent osteoporosis
• Helps prevent bacterial, viral, and fungal (including yeast) infections 
• Lowers the viral load of AIDS patients
• Helps hepatitis C, herpes patients
• Functions as a protective antioxidant

The collagen certainly is a plus point! Apart from keeping my skin clear and smooth, the regular consumption somehow makes my skin looks brighter. Probably the whitening effect. 

Here's a recent picture of me, bare face. Ignore the stupid expression haha. You can zoom all you like. The bottom line is my skin recovered tremendously. No more tiny bumps or even pimples. I mentioned earlier on that I have occasional breakouts during menstrual. Ever since I consumed VCO, not even a single pimple appears! So damn thankful I don't know who should I thank first. God? Hmmm.

I highly recommend Catalyst for those who are struggling with acne/pimples. There is never a starting age to when you should start eat healthily. Start now! Eat well and live well.

Most importantly, Catalyst is a 100% Malaysian brand and Halal certified. If you're interested to get this product, leave a comment and I will get back to you within 24 hours. The pricing is as follows:

Virgin Coconut Oil (60 softgels) 
West Malaysia: RM39.90
East Malaysia: RM43.90

Collagen Premium (15 sachets/per box)
West Malaysia: RM59.90
East Malaysia: RM65.90

*Please take note, the price is fixed anywhere in Malaysia. No alteration is allowed unless Catalyst has announced any sale period*

There are many more products under Catalyst, so stay tuned to more posts! =)