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Holy grail skincare products that actually work
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items Looking for skincare products that are actually worth the hype? I've collated a list of holy grail skincare favourites across hydration, brightening, exfoliation, cleansing, and SPF categories that have consistent results. These are the cult-favourit...
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Hydration
Brightening
Exfoliation
Cleansing
UV Protection
Hydration
Vital for all skin types, even oily skin. These products support the skin's structural strength, elasticity, and protective barrier, promoting healthy and glowing skin.
One of the best products for providing deep hydration and soothing irritated skin. Can be used morning and night, and it delivers that desirable ‘glass skin’ glow. Highly recommended for improving dry and damaged skin, but its lightweight hydration i...
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
Best for dry and damaged skin. It's considered a must-try product thanks to its ability to repair compromised skin barriers and lock in moisture, all at an affordable price. While it is a rich and soothing ointment, it melts into a non-greasy matte f...
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+
This holy grail product is a hybrid between skincare and beauty. It provides a glossy, naturally tinted finish while also healing and nourishing dry skin. Using natural plant oils, this lip oil is also non-sticky and has a pleasant botanical scent. (...
Clarins Lip Comfort Oil
A deeply nourishing, multi-purpose cream with soothing botanical extracts. This rich cream can be used on the body and face for an instant glow and a visibly dewy finish. Better suited to dry and very dry skin, and can potentially be pore-clogging fo...
Weleda Skin Food
If you're struggling with redness, this facial mist is a reliable staple. A spritz of this fine mist visibly calms redness, soothes irritation, and refreshes the skin barrier. Especially effective for cooling the skin on a hot day and soothing sunbur...
Avène Thermal Spring Water
Designed for pure hydration, this serum adds moisture to the skin, leaving your face looking glossy and plump. It also supports the skin's natural barrier. Popular for its instant hydrating effects and affordable price. Can set with a tacky feeling, ...
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum
Brightening
Products that brighten, add dewy a glow, fade dark spots, and remove dead skin cells to restore natural clarity.
One of the best known serums for brightening. This daytime product enhances complexion, fights ageing, and boosts collagen for healthy-looking skin. Has a high price tag, but it's widely praised. Best for normal to dry skin, and should be used once d...
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Vitamin C Serum
Rapidly delivers visible smoothing, plumping, and brightening. This cult-favourite chemical exfoliant comes at a higher price but delivers an instant glow and rapidly brightens dark spots. As this is a powerful exfoliating serum, it can be too strong...
Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment
The new ‘it-girl' of the collagen mask world. Earned holy-grail status as it's a hydrogel mask that melts ingredients into the skin, creating a bouncy and smooth look overnight. I'll be purchasing some for my next long haul flight to ensure I arrive ...
Biodance Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask
This powerhouse blend fades dark spots, calms irritation, and delivers a distinct shine. Includes potent active ingredients, so sensitive skin types should be cautious. Suitable for all skin types, but best for treating pigmentation, dullness, and an...
Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum
Exfoliation
Exfoliating products that are critical for unclogging pores, smoothing textured skin, and removing dead skin cells. I recommend using these at nighttime only.
Best for oily and acne-prone skin. It's known for improving the appearance of enlarged pores and creating flawless skin. However, it's one of those products you need to stick with to see results. I recently purchased this and was told to expect an in...
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Shaving bumps? Gone. Back acne? No more. I've been using it to help with my back acne flare ups and for scalp exfoliation before I wash my hair. Be careful not to pair with certain actives, only use it at night, and it'll sting if you apply it direct...
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
A popular powder exfoliant that uses salicylic acid to gently clear away dead skin cells, brighten complexion, and smooth skin texture. Suitable for all skin types, even sensitive, but particularly good for improving dullness, hyperpigmentation, and ...
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant
Cleansing
To remove dirt, oil, makeup, and buildup, using cleansing products is essential first step in any skincare routine. It keeps pores clear and helps to prevent breakouts.
An affordable product that cleans without stripping natural oils or damaging the skin barrier. It's a gentle, non-foaming lotion-like face wash that leaves skin soft and clean. Best for normal and dry skin types, but also good for barrier repair, and...
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser
Effectively smooths skin conditions and rough patches using salicylic acid and niacinamide. This everyday staple cleanses without using a harsh scrub, and is suitable for helping with keratosis pilaris and those with dry and rough skin. I've used the...
CeraVe SA Body Wash For Rough & Bumpy Skin
The original pioneer of micellar and a cult-classic. It melts away daily makeup and oils using a gentle, highly effective formula that doesn't strip, sting, or disrupt the skin. Best for sensitive and easily irritated skin. (Affiliate link)
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Soothing Micellar Water Cleanser
UV Protection
UV protection is a must for everyone. Active ingredients typically make skin more sun-sensitive, so it's important to apply strong sunscreen daily when you go outside.
A cult-favourite SPF that combines niacinamide with transparent zinc oxide. It's an oil-free, lightweight formula that is popular for calming acne and rosacea without clogging pores or leaving a white cast. Perfect for acne-prone, rosacea-prone, and ...
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
Offering high broad-spectrum protection, this daily facial sunscreen is lightweight, invisible, and non-greasy. It's also sweat-resistant and blocks ultra-long UVA rays, preventing deep cell damage. (Affiliate link)
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVmune 400
This beloved K-beauty sunscreen is lightweight and moisturising. It leaves no white cast and isn't greasy, which makes it perfect for oily skin. I use this sunscreen everyday and it layers well with other serums/makeup. (Affiliate link)
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics