More amazing then the cost of this one tube of acne cream, is the fact I got a refill – so 4 tubes total – yup $487.96 (less than I paid in parking tickets but still) – that’s a LOT of money for a small tube of of pimple cream.

why the heck am I talking about my skin care?

Health care – the affordablity, the lack-of, health care – has been in the news a ton. In fact Obama is bowing out of heading to Copenhagen (I heart the Olympics…especially diving….xoxox  - but I don’t think Chicago is gunna win the bid).

Anyway, back to healthcare.

I would have never guess in a million years that this cream would cost over $120 a pop.  And because I have insurance, I only pay a mini-fraction of the actual cost.  Granted, I guess I do pay every month  ($100 or so) to have health insurance….which makes me think.  How much does medical care really cost?  I’ve always had health insurance and it’s always worked out for me.  But we all know medical companies and insurance companies aren’t exactly hurting money-wise. 

So how much did my tube of cream really cost? If I’m paying the insurance company $1,200+ a year for coverage, and I paid $10 for every tube of $120+ acne cream – what’s the profit?  Most products, especially when produced in bulk can cost pennies compared to what they are sold for. 

If I had the time, patience, and the actual-know-how, I would try to figure out the profit. But I’m lacking in all those areas (and currently in clear skin…but not for long!)

I bring this whole issue up, because for the first time I actually get why people are fussing over stuff in Congress. I understand why people are frustrated with their lack of care and the cost.  I’m not sure I’m 100% on board with universal health care but I definately think maybe more transparency (ooo buzz word) is need within the medical / insurance industry.