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Clean Affordable Skincare That I've Used
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I tend to buy simple, clean affordable skincare for my dry, mature skin.  How do I figure out if it's clean?  I often check EWG's Skindeep database or read blogs of skincare experts that I trust.  These are some of the brands and products that I've tried, and my honest opinion about them…
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Cleanser / Makeup Remover
 
Serums / Oils
 
Moisturizer
 
Sunscreen
 
Eye Cream
 
Tools

Cleanser / Makeup Remover

These cleansers are gentle and clean.

 
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I wanted to love this but felt like it didn't clean as well as some of my other cleansers.  If you have very dry skin and don't wear makeup, this might work for you.
Oil to Milk Gentle Oat Cleanser - cocokind | Ulta Beauty
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Mychelle is EWG certified (i.e. really clean).  This is my current cleanser.  It's gentle and doesn't leave my skin feeling too dry.
Fruit Enzyme Cleanser
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If your skin is very dry, try this over the fruit enzyme cleanser.
Ultra Hyaluronic Hydrating Cleanser
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My favorite makeup removing balm…
Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm
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I like this one too (but think I prefer the Farmacy one)…
Slaai™ Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser
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I use these when I travel and can't take my makeup removing cloths or balms…
Cleansing + Exfoliating Wipes
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I took this on a trip and loved how well it cleaned without drying out my skin…
Mini Pure Skin Face Cleanser
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Serums / Oils

I add a serum and/ or oil to my routine in the winter when it's especially dry. 

 
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I use a tiny drop of this in the winter.  A little goes a long way for keeping my skin soft…
Vitamin C Brightening Glow Face Oil - DERMA E | Ulta Beauty
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I've used this too.  It smells heavenly and is a very light oil.
Dayglow Face Oil for Sensitive Skin - OSEA | Ulta Beauty
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Moisturizer

I have dry skin so I only wash it at night, but moisturize twice a day.

 
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I prefer this over the Texture Smoothing Cream for my dry skin (though both smell and feel amazing!)
Resurrection Polypeptide Cream - cocokind | Ulta Beauty
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My current moisturizer.  A little goes a long way…
Deep Repair Cream
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Next on my list to try…
Remarkable Retinal™ Night Cream
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Derma E doesn't get quite as high a rating as Mychelle from the EWG but it's fairly clean in the grand scheme of skincare…
derma e Advanced Peptides & Collagen Moisturizer - 2oz
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These are affordable soothing masks for a special self care treat…
Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Masks
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EWG Verified body lotion.
Everyone 2-in-1 Lotion Unscented
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Sunscreen

Wear sunscreen.  Always! 

 
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What I use when I want a matte finish…
Sun Shield Liquid SPF 30 - Medium/Dark
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This is what I'm usiing for sun protection and a little extra glow…
Glowscreen SPF 40 Sunscreen with Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide
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This is what I use when I don't want any color.  It absorbs quickly and doesn't leave a white film…
Daily SPF 32 Mineral Facial Sunscreen - cocokind | Ulta Beauty
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Eye Cream

 
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I love that this eye cream is light and absorbs quickly. Cocokind is so fairly priced too!
Revitalizing Eye Cream - cocokind | Ulta Beauty
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Tools

These are the tools and other "helpers" I've tried…

 
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My favorite resource for checking how clean a product is…
EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database
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I've been using this for about three years and I'm pretty sure it's why my pores are so clean :)
Clean Smart Facial Cleansing Device
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I use this when I don't have any cleansing balm…
The Original MakeUp Eraser® Makeup Remover Cloth
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I just received this as a gift.  It's awesome.  7 cloths, 1 laundy bag.  Wash on Sunday and repeat!
Fresh Face Microfiber Makeup Remover Cloths · Complete Kit
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Just bought this.  I'll let you know how it work out!
Solawave
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