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Bali Local Guide: 18 Products That Survive 31°C Humidity + Souvenirs I Actually Buy

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I live in Denpasar, Bali (31°C humid) where my sensitive oily skin gets bumpy easily. After 2 years testing, these 18 products are the ONLY ones that don't clog pores + 3 real Bali souvenirs I actually buy as a local (not tourist trap). All links are...
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BALI HUMIDITY TESTED - Skincare Section

 
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I use this every morning at 7 AM before I hop on my scooter in Denpasar. No clogged pores even in 31°C humidity, and the minty foam doesn't make my sensitive skin feel tight.
Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Bumpy Clear
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I apply 2 drops after toner, morning and night. The texture is watery and absorbs fast, not sticky... This is the key step for me.
Some by Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
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This is my holy grail toner. I use it every night with a cotton pad after cleansing. It has a light tea tree scent but not too strong. In my case, it helped reduce small bumps on my forehead within 2 weeks. It doesn't sting at all even on my sensitiv...
Some by Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner
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For my super sensitive skin, this is the only one that doesn't leave a dark mark after.
Some By Mi 30 Days Miracle Clear Spot Patch 18Pcs
 
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It gives a slight tone-up so my redness looks less obvious and it actually calms my skin instead of stinging
SOME BY MI Truecica Mineral Calming Tone up Suncream ...

MAKEUP THAT DOESN'T MELT

 
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#1 viral sunscreen on TikTok, no white cast and super glowy
[Beauty Of Joseon] Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics 50ml
 
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Best toner for bumpy  & redness, calms skin in 3 days
Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner - Anua
 
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Holy grail for glass skin & repair damaged skin barrier
Skin Care Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
 
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Dermatologist favorite, gentle for all skin types
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser untuk Kulit Normal - Kering
 
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Rescue cream for irritated & sensitive skin, must-have
La Roche Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Soothing Balm ...

UNDER $25 DUPES THAT ACTUALLY WORK FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

 
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Stops oil in 31°C Bali humidity for 6 hours. No fragrance. I blot without cakey look
Makeup No Sebum Mineral Powder 5g
 
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Doesn't melt even when I sweat. Stays 8 hours, not drying. My holy grail for oily lips.
Romand Juicy Lasting Tint
 
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Mini size under $25! Doesn't separate on oily skin. Glow but not grease. Perfect shade for warm skin
Clio Kill Cover Mesh Glow Cushion SPF 50+, PA++++
 
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Bali tested: no raccoon eyes in humidity. Holds curl for oily lids. Easy to remove with warm water
ETUDE Curl Fix Waterproof Volumizing Mascara, Long- ...
 
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Natural shading, no orange patch. Sensitive skin safe, blends like cream but stays like powder
Rekomendasi Contour Cream & Powder Terbaik

Bali Souvenirs I Actually Buy As A Local - Not Tourist Trap

 
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Hands down the best rattan bag I actually use as a local in Denpasar. Not the tourist trap version
Tas Anyaman Rotan
 
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Taste: dark chocolate + brown sugar, NOT bitter .This one no stomach acid.
KINTAMANI - Bali Natural Single Origin
 
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As a local, most incense in Ubud market = chemical, headache. This one is from my neighbor in Sesetan, 100% sandalwood powder from Ubud. Used for my kos temple prayer. Burns 1 hour, smells calm, no headache. US friends use for meditation/yoga.
Sandalwood Cendana Premium Incense Sticks From Ubud