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Skincare Basics - The ultimate guide for beginners 🦋
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items Everything you need for a basic skincare routine is a (pre)cleanser, spf and moisturizer. This list includes recommendations for all the basic products you need to start your skincare routine - based on your skin type.
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Precleanse
Cleanser
SPF
Moisturizer
Precleanse
The first step for your night skincare routine is to take your make up off 🪄
Dermalogica precleanse is an oil based make up remover and the first step of youe night skincare routine. Even if it is a little pricey, I love this precleanser because it removes all my make up and does not irritate my skin
Precleanse Cleansing Oil
The main reason why I love Kiehl’s is that all their products are paraben and sillicone free. This cleansing oil is used to remove make up while it hydrates the skin and is suitable for normal, dry and combination skin types.
Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil
I always prefered a cleansing balm over a cleansing oil because for me it is easier to use without making my whole bathroom dirty. I absolutely love this one from Clinique!
3.8 oz Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover - Clinique | Ulta Beauty
Another option for everyone that loves a good cleansing oil more than a cleansing balm. This one is very good!
Take The Day Off Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover - Clinique | Ulta Beauty
Cleanser
A good cleanser is the first step to glowing skin. Use it every night before skincare products! If you have oily or combination skin, you can also use it in the morning before applying moisturizer.
A gentle non-drying cleanser - Paraben free, silicone free, sulfate free and alcohol free
Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash – Kiehl’s
Another great cleanser for dry to very dry skin. It is proven to get rid of make up as well as sun screen which makes it the perfect cleanser for your night routine!
Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser – Kiehl’s – Gentle Daily Cleanser
Another great and very affordable cleanser (for me it lasts about 3-4 months of every day use). However, I do not recommend usind this cleanser every day if you have dry skin (the light green foaming or hydrating Cerave cleanser would be a better cho...
CeraVe Blemish Control Face Cleanser with 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide for Blemish-Prone Skin 236ml
One of my all time favorite skincare brands - Paula’s Choice! This cleanser is suitable for acne prone skin to reduce further breakouts since it contains salicylic acid. It can be used every day but only by oily skin types. However, I recommend using...
Paula's Choice Clear Cleanser Refill Pouch 355ml
If you struggle with clogged pores this is your cleanser! It is vegan with clean ingredients and gently exfoliates the skin. Even though is says daily cleanser, I would not recommend to use it all the time to avoid dehydrations except if you have rea...
Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser - Kiehl's Since 1851 | Ulta Beauty
SPF
A little SPF a day, keeps the wrinkles away! If you seek healthy, youthful skin this is your holly grail product you can not go a day without! SPF (Sun protection factor) is used ONLY in your morning routine as your last step before applying make up.
The perfect choice for dry skin - it is non comedogenic so it can also be used by combination or oily skin types that lack hydration. SPF is used in the morning, after or instead of a moisturizer. This cream is used instead of a moisturizer since it ...
Hydro UV Defense Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+
This one is almost impossible to top! For everyone that does not like the feel and the white trace that some SPFs leave this is your product! Unseen sunscreen is a lightweight “gel-like texture” SPF that works great with make up (almost like a blurri...
Unseen Sunscreen Invisible Broad Spectrum SPF 50 PA +++
Another great choice for everyone that LOVES glow! This also works great as a make up primer for a glowy base. I prefer to use this before a “natural make up look” or before using my favorite bb cream.
Glowscreen SPF 40 Sunscreen with Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide
Another great choice for oily or combination skin! It has a very lightweight but hydrating formula without being comedogenic and dries very fast. Always remember to reapply your spf after a few hours in the sunlight!
Paula's Choice Resist Super-Light Daily Wrinkle Defense SPF30 (60ml)
Supergoop slogan is “every single face” and they truly have an SPF for every single skin type. I love the matte version for summer and it is ideal for combination or oily skin types.
1.5 oz Mineral Mattescreen SPF 40 - Supergoop! | Ulta Beauty
Moisturizer
First step in the morning, last step in the evening! If you choose a moisturizing SPF you can skip the moisturizer in your morning routine!
The prefect moisturizer for every skin type! It is non comedogenic but gives enough hidration even for dry skin. My favorite for years - especially in the summer since it is very lightweight!
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer for Moisture Barrier Repair
Very similar to the previous one but this cream is a little more nourishing and more suitable for winter or dry skin types while the light blue water bank cream feels lighter on the skin and is more suitable for summer/combination skin or if your rou...
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer with Peptides + Squalane
Khiel’s best seller for years - 1 Ultra Facial Cream is sold every 30 seconds in the US. The ideal cream for softer, smoother, and healthier looking skin!
Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane | Face Cream | Kiehl's
Another great moisturizer from Kiehl’s suitable for normal, dry or mature skin. It has anti aging benefits and visibly firms and lifts the skin.
2.5 oz Super Multi-Corrective Anti-Aging Face and Neck Cream - Kiehl's Since 1851 | Ulta Beauty
This is a non comedogenic moisturizer suitable for all skin types that are dehydrated but especially formulated for dry skin types. It is free of parabens, sulfates, sls and fragrance.
1.7 oz Dramatically Different Moisturizing Cream - Clinique | Ulta Beauty
This is a moisturizer that targets fine lines and wrinkles suitable for all skin types. Peptides are one of the most beneficial skincare ingredients that don’t cause increased sun sensitivity and are must have in every skincare routine that does not ...
Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Gel-Cream Moisturizer
If you struggle with uneven skin tone or loss of firmness this is a great choice for a moisturizer. It brightens and evens the skin tone while also targeting fine lines and wrinkles. It is suitable for all skin types.
C5 Super Boost Vitamin C Moisturizer for Brightening and Evening Tone