Sharing some of my skincare favorites. I’ve worked really hard to get my skin to a “glass” skin state and these are all products I swear by that help keep blemishes away, reduce hyperpigmentation and keeps my skin moisturized!!
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Cleansers
Toners
Serums
Moisturizers/ Sunscreen
Blemish control
Facial tools
Cleansers
Mild cleanser that I’ve used for years that doesn’t dry my skin out and helps to keep blemishes away.
African Black Soap Bar Soap
This cleanser works great as a daily cleanser. It doesn’t strip my skin or make my skin feel dry.
Foaming Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin
Toners
I like to use this after cleansing to ensure my skin is free of all dirt and makeup before moving onto my serums. I love this because it’s mild and does not irritate my skin.
Cucumber Facial Toner with Witch Hazel - 12 oz.
Holy grail for double duty skin brightening when followed up with the same serum. I use this when I feel like my skin looks a bit dull or I have some hyperpigmentation that I want to fade away fast!
Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner 120ml
Serums
I’ve been using this for at least 10 years. I love that it keeps the blemishes away!
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum
Great for minimizing hyperpigmentation and keeping an even skin tone!
Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum 30ml
I swear by this serum. It really helps to keep wrinkles away! I use it on the areas of concern only, around my eyes and forehead. This always work great with reducing skin texture and maintaining a smooth texture overall.
The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion
Moisturizers/ Sunscreen
I have oily skin. This moisturizer helps keep the oil under control and doesn’t dry out my skin. This also wears great under makeup and with sunscreen.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer
This is the most important product in your morning skincare routine, sunscreen! It doesn’t matter what season or if it’s sunny or cloudy out. Put this on after your moisturizer and your skin will thank you!
Black Girl Sunscreen
If you’re looking to splurge, this is also a great moisturizer that I used for years.
Lotus Youth Preserve Moisturizer | fresh US
Blemish control
I swear by these. They work really well overnight to reduce blemishes!
Starface Hydro-Star® Yellow Compact Pimple Patch
I like these for two reasons- they work well and you can wear them outside without feeling like everyone is staring at your blemish. They blend well into the skin and become almost invisible.
Effaclar Duo+M Multi-Target Blemish Patches
Facial tools
If you need to extract blemish this tool is the best to use. Please do not use your fingers!
Blackhead Removal Tool
I love to use this to open my pores before giving myself an at home facial. This allows for the product to really work into your skin and you’ll receive the full benefits of the skin care.
Professional Facial Steamers
Masks
Nothing detoxes my skin and reduces the size of my pores like this. I mix it with a little bit of water and apple cider vinegar. Depending on the day I’ll leave on up to 45 minutes if I’m doing other chores around the house. I find it best to remove ...