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Skincare and makeup reviews for combination, acne-prone skin with pores
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items Honest Beauty Reviews – Skincare & Makeup
A collection of tried and tested skincare and makeup products, from SPF and BB creams to everything in between. As someone with combination, acne-prone skin and reactive pores, I’m sharing my honest expe...
Sections
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BB & CC Creams
Lip treatments
Refreshing Mists & Pore-Refining Toners
SPF
Face makeup
Moisturizers: My Go-To Favorites
BB & CC Creams
Lightweight, skin-loving coverage! These BB and CC creams even out the complexion while keeping the skin hydrated and fresh. Perfect for days when I want a natural look with added skincare benefits—these are my top picks.
Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream – Lightweight & Natural Finish
I’ve been loving the Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream! It has a lightweight texture that blends effortlessly and adapts beautifully to the skin for a natural, even look. The coverage is m...
MISSHA OFFICIAL BB CREAM | K BEAUTY - Missha. ABLE CNC …
Erborian CC Cream – Liquid Gold in a Bottle!
This CC cream is pure magic for the skin! My sister, who’s almost 40 and has tried everything, is absolutely obsessed—and I get it. The moment you apply it, your skin still looks like skin, just 100 times...
Clair CC Cream SPF 25 - Erborian - Ulta Beauty
Along with my other go-to CC and BB creams, this one from IT Cosmetics is another favorite. It has great coverage but still feels natural and lightweight, making my skin look smooth and radiant without being cakey.
I also love that it’s packed with ...
CC Cream Full-Coverage Foundation SPF 50+ - IT Cosmetics
Lip treatments
Soft, hydrated lips are a must!
I recently tried the Kylie Cosmetics Lip Butter. The formula is incredibly smooth and hydrating, leaving my lips feeling soft and nourished for hours. Unlike some other lip balms, this one isn’t sticky or overly greasy—it just melts into the lips per...
Lip Butter Balm for Hydration | Kylie Skin - Kylie …
I absolutely love this gloss in shade 04 Sweet mouth! The shade Sweet Mouth is a soft, light pink with a beautiful shimmer that makes the lips look plump and juicy without being too glittery. The formula is smooth, not sticky at all, and feels super ...
Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - Fenty Beauty
Refreshing Mists & Pore-Refining Toners
Hydration, glow, and freshness in a bottle! This is my collection of face mists that I love for setting makeup, refreshing the skin, or adding an extra boost of hydration throughout the day.
Byoma Balancing Mist
The Byoma Balancing Mist is a refreshing, lightweight mist that hydrates and balances my skin perfectly. It absorbs quickly, leaving my skin feeling soft and dewy without any sticky residue.
Balancing Face Mist - Byoma
I absolutely love this mist! It’s so lightweight and refreshing, and the ultra-fine spray feels like a soft cloud on my skin. It gives me that perfect dewy glow without making my face feel sticky or greasy.
The watermelon extract, hyaluronic acid, a...
Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist - Glow Recipe
This toner has been amazing for smoothing my skin texture and minimizing the look of pores. I know it was super hyped a while ago, but honestly, I totally understand why. Since I have combination skin, I love how it gently exfoliates without irritati...
Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner
SPF
Shield your skin from harmful UV rays while keeping it hydrated and radiant
Beauty of Joseon SPF – Great Glow and Smooth Texture!
I’ve been using the Beauty of Joseon SPF for a short time, but so far, I’m really impressed. It gives my skin a healthy glow and a smooth texture without feeling heavy or greasy. My skin is combi...
Beauty of Joseon Sunscreens
Face makeup
Everything you need for a flawless base! Here you'll find my go-to foundations, setting powders, bronzers, blushes, and more—all tested and loved.
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder –
I’m joining the many positive reviews. It sets makeup perfectly, lasts all day, and gives the skin a smooth, flawless finish. If the full size is too pricey, the mini version is a great option since it lasts a lo...
Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder - Huda Beauty
It feels like no one really talks about Hoola anymore, but for me, it’s still one of the best bronzers out there. The shade is perfect—not too warm, not too cool—so it works for both bronzing and subtle contouring without ever looking harsh. It blend...
Hoola Matte Bronzer - Benefit Cosmetics
This blush might not be the newest release, but i loooovee it! The shade Risky Business is that perfect warm, sun-kissed pink that instantly wakes up the face. It blends like a dream, lasts all day, and gives that dewy, healthy glow without being pat...
Color: Risky Business - Blush - Shein
I absolutely love this blush for my combination skin. The shade Freckle is the perfect warm, sun-kissed tone that gives a natural “just back from vacation” glow. It blends effortlessly and melts into the skin without looking patchy or heavy.
The form...
Rhode pocket blush - freckle
Moisturizers: My Go-To Favorites
Hydration is everything! Here are my favorite moisturizers that keep my skin nourished, smooth, and glowing. Whether it’s a lightweight gel for daytime or a rich cream for extra hydration, these are the ones I trust for healthy, happy skin.
I absolutely love this serum! It’s one of those products I always come back to because it just works. The texture is lightweight, sinks in immediately, and leaves my skin feeling hydrated, plump, and fresh without any greasiness.
Minéral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Serum | Vichy Laboratoires
This body cream has been around for years, and it still gets great reviews for a reason. The formula is rich but not greasy, leaving the skin feeling soft, hydrated, and comfortable. The green tea scent is fresh and light, perfect for everyday use wi...
Green Tea Honey Drops Body Cream - Elizabeth Arden
Cleansers
I’ve been loving this cleanser for my combination skin. It gently removes makeup, SPF, and daily impurities without stripping my skin or leaving it tight. The texture is lightweight and refreshing, and it keeps my pores feeling clean without over-dry...
Creamy Jelly Cleanser