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items A collection of simple yet effective beauty and skincare products I personally use and recommend as a doctor. These are tried-and-loved essentials that have earned a place in my routine ♡ Always check that a product suits your specific skin type and ...
This is a MUST! Especially if your skin tends to dry out, skin dry = wrinkles, so protect your skin and keep it healthy!
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) 23% Off
This and Hyaluronic Acid go hand in hand, it's a classic antioxidant/ vitamin C serum. It evens out skin tone, brightens complexion, and supports collagen production. You simply must have it.
C E Ferulic® with 15% L-Ascorbic Acid - SERUMS
If you have sensitive skin, or want a gentler alternative to retinol, this offers anti-aging effects with less risk of irritation++
Sérum concentré Bakuchiol
Retinol = anti-aging. It's the most potent anti-aging substance to exist. It reduces wrinkles, and is to be used regularly (daily). Protect your youthful look!
Kiehl's Since 1851 Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum ...
This smooths fine lines and crow's feet wrinkles, what's special about it is that it's used in delicate eye skin with retinol, despite it being a sensitive area.
Redermic R Retinol Eye Cream
This is a Korean moisturizer, it has antioxidants such as vitamin C & E, which are crucial for skin health, immunity, protecting cells, and tissue repair.
Radian-C Cream with Vitamin C - LANEIGE | Sephora
Effective, and really cheap! Clearasil is the holy grail for acne.
Clearasil 5 in 1 Multi-Action Acne Face Wash 150ml
It makes skin smoother, wouldn't expect less from an Asian skincare product, they're flawless most of the time.
Glow Replenishing Rice Milk Lightweight Hydration Toner - Beauty of Joseon | Sephora
This is a MUST! Especially if your skin tends to dry out, skin dry = wrinkles, so protect your skin and keep it healthy!
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) 23% Off
Perfect for dry skin.
Sérum Concentré Activateur Energisant
The ultra gentle is on point, for dry skin this is heaven.
Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Foaming Face Wash, Facial Cleanser, 16 fl. oz
It really is soothing, your face will feel bouncy and soft after using it.
Dear, Klairs - Rich Moist Soothing Cream JUMBO (Renewal)
Dermatologist tested. These two words are keys to skincare, and thus moisturizer is phenomenal. You won't know you've been needing it until you give it a try. Your skin barrier DEFINITELY needs it.
Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream | Dr.Jart+ Skincare
Clarins oil and its variants + when they're used depending on your skin type.
While Lotus oil provides anti-aging care without greasiness, Orchid oil is perfect for fighting fine lines and dryness. Santal oil on the other hand, feeds the skin's lipid...
Face Oils | Best Facial Oil Products for All Skin Types
If you have sensitive skin, this cleanser will feel like a dream come true.
Dr. Jart+ Cicapair™ Gentle Foam Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
One of the best cleansing balms on the market
Green Clean Cleansing Balm
The Ordinary is such a powerhouse brand. For a budget, you get the most effective and affordable product. This oil based cleanser is no exception!
Squalane Cleanser
It's gentle and doesn't clog pores, plus it's budget friendly so definitely affordable on most days!
Holy Hydration! Elf Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
I can't stress how much this cream changed my life. I walked into a pharmacy looking for a moisturizing cream, but the pharmacist told me, "do you simply want to moisturize or do you want to repair your skin as well?" And I answered, "Obviously the l...
Dr. Althea - 345 Relief Cream
I love products that have "aqua" in their titles and really own up to it. Dr Althea made yet another masterpiece with this jelly mist!
Dr. Althea - Aqua Marine Jelly Mist
My brother's ex still thanks him to this day for introducing her to this cream. It's lightweight, effective, and just so smooth.
Dr.Althea Aqua Marine Watery Cream 1.69 fl. oz.(50ml) | OLIVE YOUNG US
If you have acne, this gel wash is suitable for you.
Clearasil Rapid Action Cleanser Acne Face Wash Gel 150ml
The secret to youthful-looking skin is hydration, and that’s where hyaluronic acid comes in. ✨
The Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Capsule Mist delivers a refreshing boost of moisture to help skin look plump and radiant throughout the day! 💧
Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Capsule Mist 3.38 fl. oz.(100ml) | OLIVE YOUNG US
Foaming cleanser, a basic necessity.
Glucoside Gentle Foaming Cleanser for Oily Skin
This cream is a best seller for a reason. Hydrating cream that is lightweight yet effective, the packaging is small so you can carry it around with you all day and reapply it if needed. If you give it a go, you might end up using it for good.
Crème hydratante légère Ultra Facial - Kiehl's Since 1851
It's an absolute FAVORITE! It fits greasy skins perfectly, even after a full day wear!
ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Aqua Gel Cream Moisturizer 3.38 fl. oz Exp 11/24 2 PACKS
Wrinkles are far easier to prevent than to fix. That's why sunscreen is indispensable. La Roche-Posay is lightweight, protective, and easy to wear daily. Protect your future face (even in winter.)
La Roche-Posay Skincare, Sunscreen, Body Lotion Official Site
This is a viral sensation for its lotion-like texture. K-beauty products are low-key the best!
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ 50ml
It's rare, but some people prefer fragrance-free substances. If you're one, this one's perfect for you. Rule of thumb, you probably won't go wrong with an Ordinary shampoo. So go for it.
Nettoyant au Sulfate 4% pour Corps et Cheveux
If your climate is cold or you find your hands getting dry easily, this cream is for you. It's rich, and keeps your hands warm and protected.
Nourishing Shea Butter Hand Cream 5.1 oz | L'Occitane en Provence
It's a fast-absorbing, firming, scented body moisturizer. It leaves a healthy, lovely glow in its wake, and smells amazing!
Brazilian Bum Bum Cream - Skin Tightening Body Cream
It cleanses pores revealing smooth, healthier skin, hydration and glow all at once.
Body Exfoliating Scrubs
If you're suffering from a thinning hairline (like me 😭), you'd better start using rosemary shampoo! Rosemary oil is basically THE oil for hair growth and thickness!
Nécessaire Rosemary Shampoo For Thinning Hair
It helps reduce the breakage of hair, while retaining moisture (dryness is the main reason hair breaks after all.)
Huile de Jojoba BIO : bienfaits et utilisations
Rule of thumb: if you want a budget friendly product yet impeccable results, go for La Roche-Posay.
This is my testament as both a proud user of it and a doctor.
Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Body Cream for Dry Skin | La Roche-Posay
This repairs damaged hair on a molecular level, be it because of heat or chemicals, what you need is a solution to restore your hair's elasticity and strength, and this is it.
Full-Size Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask 50mL
Full coverage, hydrating skin, AND anti-aging effects! It's a jackpot!
CC+ Cream Illumination with SPF 50+ - IT Cosmetics | Sephora
Budget friendly and so natural looking! It's got good coverage and matches one's skin tone perfectly (I'm brown and my sister is white, both of us use one each flawlessly.)
Fond de teint hydratant Skinfinite-Linen
37 different skin tone options, AND fits a small budget. Lightweight, beautiful looking, and breathable! Sheglam did a marvelous job with this foundation.
Fond de teint mat respirant longue tenue Complexion Pro-Lin
AKA everyday gloss, creamy, soft, and affordable: a must have (in multiple colors).
Butter Gloss Non-Sticky Lip Gloss | NYX Professional Makeup
This boosts lash growth naturally. Using mascara often can damage your eyelashes, so from time to time, opt for pursuing treatment and growth rather than momentary solutions. It'll do wonders to your lashes.
GrandeLASH - MD: Lash-Enhancing Serum
Small tip: get two shades of this (it won't cost you much even if you get three of them) and blend them together, it goes on like a dream! That's what I personally did (my skin tone is borderline between two shades after all.)
Fond de Teint Couvrance Totale Baume-Linge
Who doesn't want her eyes to look hypnotic and have twice or thrice their original volume? Get your own right now!
Succombez à la tentation du Mascara Hypnose de Lancôme - Lancome.fr
You WON'T believe the quality you get for the small price, Sheglam's Highlighter is an obsession, and an ethereally glowy, affordable one at that!
Enlumineur liquide Glow Bloom-Vanilla Frost
It makes me feel so feminine and soft, I love the rosey hue!
Harry Potter™ X SHEGLAM Joyeux anniversaire Harry Blush
It's effective for concealing and not pricey, which is perfect for me when I'm on a budget.
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser, Multi Use Concealer Sticks, 98, 0.2 fl oz
It's so soft and feminine, I can't believe how affordable yet gorgeous it is!
Blush Category | Vegan & Sustainable Liquid Blush and Powder Blush
Full coverage, I use it constantly with no problems whatsoever.
Huda Beauty