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My Go-To Skincare Essentials for Glowing Skin
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These skincare picks keep my skin hydrated, smooth, and glowing throughout the day, whether I’m wearing makeup or going bare-faced.  All items have been personally tested and are rotation-worthy staples.
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Face Moisturizer
 
Facial Cleanser
 
Makeup Remover
 
Toner
 
Serum
 
Hydration Mist

Face Moisturizer

My top picks for moisturizers that hydrate,perfect for layering under makeup or on no-makeup days.

 
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This is a part of a 3 part skincare routine.
The Lip Bar Dew Me Moisturizer - 1.5 fl oz
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I use this as part of my morning routine to moisturize and hydrate my face
[Review] Trader Joe's Nourish Oil-Free Antioxidant Moisturizer - Reddit
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Love anything from this bead, i use this at night and in the winter during the day as well
Hydrating Face & Body Cream
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SPF and facial moisturizer all in one, love it!
e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Face Cream SPF 30 - 1.76oz: Paraben-Free, Vegan, For Oily, Combination & Dry Skin
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Facial Cleanser

These cleansers get the job done without stripping my skin. From drugstore gems to deeper cleansers, these are my go-to picks for removing makeup, oil, and buildup at the end of the day.

 
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I used this as a part of my makeup removal routine
Deep Clean® Facial Cleanser
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I used this as a part of my makeup removal routine
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser - Face & Body Cleaner
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This is a part of a 3 part skincare routine. This is the second part after you use the balm.
The Lip Bar Clean Up Gel Facial Cleanser - 3 fl oz
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Use as a part of face cleaninsing routine
Peach & Willow Bark Deep Pore Scrub
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This helps me clean any leftover residue off my Face and just a great cleanser overall
Refreshing Cucumber Foaming Cleanser
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Makeup Remover

These makeup removers break everything down. I like using at least one of these first to melt off makeup before following up with a good cleanser.

 
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Help to get any leftover residue
Compostable Makeup Remover Cleansing Wipes
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This is a part of a 3 part skincare routine. You put this on to begin and let it sit for a bit then wash off.
The Lip Bar Total Meltdown Makeup Remover Balm - 1.41oz
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Makeup remover wipes are a must and this brand hasn’t failed me yet
Micellar Makeup Removing Towelettes with Coconut & Lotus
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Oil based cleanser and great for melting that makeup right off
e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm - 2 oz: Paraben-Free, Vegan, For Oily, Combination & Dry Skin
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Toner

These toners have left my skin feeling clean, calm, and not stripped. I don’t use toner every single day, but when I do, it’s one of these.
 
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Loving this toner so far
Tonique Confort Hydrating Toner with Hyaluronic Acid - Lancome
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Got this from an ipsy bag and i love how cool it feels on my skin and the consistency is great
Truffle Therapy Face Toner
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So smooth and refreshing
Needly Exfoliating Facial Pads with BHA & PHA
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I have now added this to my skin care routine.. after I have washed my face and then i follow up with the e.l.f serum
e.l.f. SKIN Keep Your Balance Toner - 5 fl oz
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Serum

These serums give my skin the glow-up it deserves, whether I’m targeting dryness, dullness, or just want that smooth, radiant finish.These are lightweight, hydrating, and perfect for layering under makeup or before bed.

 
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This feels so light on my skin
e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Triple Bounce Serum
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Hydration Mist

Sometimes you just a refresh throughout the day and these do the job, they don't leave your skin feeling wet and ewy, love them 

 
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Can be used as Toner and setting primer; my friend swears by this
HERITAGE STORE Rosewater - Refreshing Facial Mist for Glowing Skin with Damask Rose, All Skin Types - Rose Water Spray for Face, Made Without Dyes or Alcohol, Hypoallergenic, Vegan, Cruelty Free, 8oz
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I love the coconut smell of this mist; I use it after I clean my face and also as a refresher for my makeup
Hydrating Coconut Facial Mist
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Eye/Face Masks

Sometimes your face and/or eyes just need that extra TLC and after cleaning your face, these masks  do just that

 
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So easy to apply and leaves my under eyes feeling refreshed
grace & stella Under Eye Mask - 24 Pairs
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