The bottles I scrape clean, the serums I replace before they run out, and the few makeup items I reach for when I want it to look right without experimenting. These are the products that survived my routine long enough to deserve a repeat purchase.
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Serums
SPF
Lip care
Hydration
Cleansing
Masks
Serums
This has quickly become a staple in my nighttime routine. The texture is lightweight and sinks in fast, no heaviness or greasy residue. With consistent use, my skin looks smoother, softer, and more refreshed. Texture is more even, pores look less not...
celimax Vita A Retinal Shot Tightening Booster
I've been reaching for this mixsoon hyaluronic acid serum for a few months now and it's earned a permanent spot in my routine.
The texture is lightweight and sinks in fast without any stickiness. Hydration is solid, especially applied on slightly da...
mixsoon Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum 300ml
Twice a week works great for my oily/combination skin, I don't have a tendency to breakout but the sebaceous filaments are kept under control!
Anua Azelaic Acid 10% Hyaluron Redness Serum
This one's a whole-body holy grail, the closest thing to a panacea skincare has. If you're not using glycolic acid yet, you really, REALLY need to start.
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
I rarely double up on a serum for both AM and PM, but this one, along with HA, is the exception. If you exfoliate at all, this needs to be in your routine. Oh, and did I mention it's bubblegum pink?
Soothing & Barrier Support Serum
SPF
Living in a Nordic country only means you need the strongest of SPF even in the middle of the winter, as snow will amplify the smallest sunray. This is my favorite one, I always order it in sets of two.
SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum
Lip care
Life saving for people who forget to drink water. Part of my night routine, no exception.
LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm Sheer Tinted Moisturizer
Colors that really pop, I have a few, easy to apply with your finger and very matte.
Peripera Ink Velvet 31 Colors
I have 5 of these and while I don't use a lot of make up, I don't leave the house without one of them.
Peripera Ink Mood Glowy Tint 003 ROSE IN MIND
Hydration
Perfect summer hydration, even though the mask term sounds heavy, it's the lightest application posible.
Water Sleeping Mask: Hydrating Korean Face Mask
This texture is rich and thick, exactly what I want in an overnight moisturizer. The scent is nice, and the little scooper for applying the cream is a nice touch. Wakes up with soft, smooth skin every morning.
MISSHA Time Revolution Night Repair Ampoule 1.69oz
Amazing hydration for winter season, very few other face creams can compare, I have oily/combination and this one is one of my favorite during cold days.
Pyunkang Yul Moisture Cream - 3.4 Fl oz
Cleansing
Can't go wrong with this one, optimal cleansing for oily skin.
Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Deep Cleansing Foam
Masks
Great mask if you want to keep your hands clean. The only downside is that when it dries, the little bits of dried clay fall off but that's just the sign it's time to take it off. Helps clean the skin nicely, I have oily/combination.
SKIN1004 Poremizing Quick Clay Stick Mask 27g
Body
I bought my first Philips Lumea at-home IPL device when it launched in 2016. It was expensive, but still comparable to the cost of a single salon laser session. At the time, I struggled with leg bumps, ingrown hairs, itching, and dark marks left behi...