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Must-try skincare products for all skin types
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items From cult classics to rising stars, these are my must-try skincare products that address all skin types and concerns. The good news? Most of them are affordable. If you're like me, there’s always a hot new skincare product that you feel like you have...
A holy grail skincare product for enlarged pores, oily skin, and acne-prone skin. I've just started using this product, and it hasn't yet triggered a purge like I was told so fingers crossed. The price is more mid-range, but great value for the resul...
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Very affordable. Makes skin glow. Reduces the appearance of pores. It's tailored to oily, blemish prone skin but it's water based and can be used by all skin types. This serum can be applied morning and night, and layers well with other products. Sin...
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum
There's a reason it's gone viral. Shaving bumps? Gone. Back acne? No more. This toner is not recommended for sensitive skin, and is more suited to normal, combination, and oily skin. I use this on my shoulders and upper chest to treat acne flare ups ...
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
A cult-favourite product that is best for dry and damaged skin. It can be used on the face, body, hands, and any areas with a compromised skin barrier. Also praised for being good for recovery after intensive acne treatments. I used to think La-Roche...
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5+
Treats hyperpigmentation including sun spots and post-acne marks. Also smooths uneven skin texture. It's more expensive but effective for mild pigmentation and sensitive skin. (Affiliate link)
La-Roche Posay Mela B3 Serum
My go-to everyday face sunscreen. Sunscreen is a must for all skin types if you plan on going out. This one is lightweight, non-greasy, and it doesn't leave a white cast, making it perfect for oily and combination skin, but also good for all skin typ...
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics
Primarily targets hyperpigmentation, but it also works well for fading dark spots, evening skin tone, and reducing post-acne marks. The serum is formulated to treat all skin types, but the mix of niacinamide and tranexamic acid make it best for oily,...
Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum
Soothes inflamed skin and is designed as a gentle option for those with rosacea. I bought this to help fade dark spots and it hasn't done much noticeable difference to my skin, but it has helped with my overall redness. While this is suitable for all...
Anua Azelaic Acid 10+ Hyaluron Serum
Suited to oily and acne-prone skin. When using it in the morning, this always clears away the thick layer of oil that has built up on my face overnight. After some recent back and chest acne flare ups, I experimented and found this also helped clear ...
CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser
A daytime serum that brightens your complexion and boosts collagen for healthy-looking skin. Ideal for normal and dry skin types but not recommended for oily skin. It's a bit pricier than the other items on the list, but you get more dramatic results...
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Vitamin C Serum
I usually cannot resist squeezing a white head, but using a pimple patch stops me from causing more damage. Amazing for those with acne-prone skin to prevent picking and causing scarring, but can be used by anyone who gets pimples. A pimple patch rem...
HERO Mighty Patch Pimple Patches
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. Best for dehydrated and dull skin that needs an intensive moisture boost...
Biodance Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask
Laneige is most well known for this cult favourite lip mask. It's made with a hydrating formulation best for those with dry or chapped lips, but it's effective for everyone. The mask has a lightweight and gel-like consistency, delivering moisture wit...
Lineige Lip Sleeping Mask
A skincare staple that every household has stocked in their cupboards. It's an affordable, hypoallergenic, and thick balm that locks in moisture and protects the skin barrier. It has so many uses that it would be quicker to list what it doesn't do. W...
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly
A new must-try K-beauty moisturiser popular for its lightweight texture and barrier-repairing ingredients. It's suitable for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin thanks to its gel-like consistency, and it doesn't leave skin feeling greasy or heavy....
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream
This retinal serum is the hottest K-beauty product right now. It's a high-potency anti-ageing cream that targets fine lines, wrinkles, and enlarged pores with a faster-acting retinal formula. Best for ageing skin to combat loss of firmness, but also ...
Celimax The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Booster
Cetaphil moisturisers have been a staple in my household since I was a kid. They're simple, gentle, and deeply hydrating. I find the creams to be thicker and more suitable for the body, while the lotion is lightweight and better for the face. (Affili...
Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion
A holy grail skincare product for deep hydration, barrier repair, and soothing irritated skin. It's popular for delivering that signature ‘glass skin’ glow. Highly recommended for dry and damaged skin, but some might find the sticky/goopy texture off...
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence