A mix of skincare favorites I’ve used over the years and truly enjoyed, plus a few recommendations from friends and things I was curious to try. My go-to essentials that keep my skin hydrated, glowing, and smooth.
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Glow & Brightening Favorites
Dark Spot & Uneven Tone Care
Hydration Skincare Staples
Lip Care
Body Care
SPF & Protection
Glow & Brightening Favorites
A curated mix of skincare that helps revive dull skin, even tone, and bring back a healthy, radiant glow.
A powerful brightening serum that helps boost radiance and even out skin tone over time. The Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum is designed to target dullness and dark spots while giving skin a smoother, more luminous look. Perfect f...
A glow-boosting face oil that gives skin that radiant, healthy-looking finish. The Sunday Riley C.E.O. Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil helps brighten dull skin, smooth texture, and add a natural, dewy glow—perfect for days when you want that fresh...
C.E.O. Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil - Sunday Riley | Sephora
Dark Spot & Uneven Tone Care
Targeted skincare to help fade dark spots, improve uneven tone, and support a smoother, more balanced complexion over time.
I love this for days when my skin looks dull or my under-eyes are tired. It helps bring back a brighter, more radiant look.
Skincare that works while you sleep and targets specific concerns like dark spots, texture, fine lines, and overall skin renewal for healthier-looking skin over time.
This night cream leaves your skin feeling nourished, smooth, and super soft by morning. Perfect for when you want your skin to look healthy and glowy after a long day
Plantscription™ Youth-Renewing Power Night Cream - Origins | Sephora
One of my favorite overnight masks. I love using this when my skin feels extra dry or tired because I wake up looking more hydrated, fresh, and glowy.
Rose Deep Hydration Sleeping Mask - fresh | Sephora
I had a starter pack with this serum. Tried it and it works over time. So I made a purchase and it’s worth every penny.
DermInfusions™ Fill + Repair Serum with Hyaluronic Acid - Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare | Sephora
A lightweight moisturizer that instantly blurs the look of fine lines while delivering deep hydration. Packed with hyaluronic acid and peptides, it helps smooth, plump, and support a firmer, more youthful-looking complexion.
DermInfusions™ Blur + Repair Cream with Hyaluronic Acid and Peptides - Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare | S
My go to face wash. You can get this at any shoppers drugstore and most affordable choice for me is at Walmart.
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser, Gel Face Wash with Ceramides and Niacinamide for Normal to Oily Skin, 237mL
Lip Care
Lip masks, balms, and treatments for soft, hydrated lips.
I try many lip balms which not many is working out for me. So i decided to try this Vaseline and to my surprise it’s working quite well. Also more affordable. I only use this in the daytime and others listed below at nights.
Vaseline Original Healing Jelly
I use this Lip Sleeping Mask whenever my lips feel dry—it makes them soft and smooth by morning and honestly feels a bit like a self-care step before bed.
Lip Sleeping Mask - LANEIGE | Sephora
Another overnight lip-care essential. I alternate between this and previous listed. I put this on before bed whenever my lips need extra moisture, and I always wake up with them feeling softer and more comfortable. Thick, nourishing, and worth keepin...
Buttermask for Lips - Overnight Hydrating Lip Care - Kiehl's
Body Care
Body lotions, oils, and treatments that keep skin smooth and glowing.
Perfect for anyone wanting light hydration — helps keep skin smooth, fresh, and never greasy.
Sun-care favorites that shield, hydrate, and help keep your skin looking its best every day.
I have over two bottles laying around my house after my Cancun vacation. It’s perfect for all skin tone. I may not burn easily because I am a little darker however my skin dries out really bad. My husband on the other hand uses this product mostly, h...
Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
Smooth Skin & Texture Fixers
Exfoliating and refining skincare that helps smooth rough texture and refresh dull skin for a softer finish.
My go-to for dull skin days. They smooth texture and instantly make my skin look fresher and more radiant.
This was recommended by Sephora employee. Currently using the kit and I love it.
Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel - Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare | Sephora
I notice there’s two of this pads that look similar but make sure to pick the one that’s right for you. There’s the soft and exfoliating pads and the just soft pads. I rather a hard scrub so I went for this one instead. I would use it on my face clea...
Equate Beauty Exfoliating Rounds, 100ct
Breakout Control Must-Haves
For the days your skin needs backup. These breakout-control essentials help fight blemishes, soothe irritation, and keep your glow on track.
A fast-acting spot treatment that helps reduce the appearance of blemishes, redness, and excess oil. Its targeted formula works to clear breakouts while helping skin look calmer and clearer.
Super Spot Remover™ Acne Treatment Gel - Origins | Sephora
I have friends that talks about their oily skin occasionally, so I have done some research and I found this product. Also my sister in law is currently using this and she said it’s great. So If you have oily skin, this is a great pick. It hydrates w...
Clean & Clear Morning Burst Oil-Free Facial Cleanser with Vitamin C & BHA, Daily Nourishing Face Wash Gently Cleanses to Remove Oil & Pore Clogging Impurities
Body Care & Skin Smoothing
Hydrate, smooth, and glow. These body care essentials are perfect for keeping your skin soft, nourished, and touchably smooth year-round.
I personally do not have a problem with my stretch marks even though I have a couple. I saved this to share for those that are interested.
Golden Belly Stretch Mark Serum - Evereden | Sephora