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Skincare Essentials *summer edition*
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items It’s summer so that means our skincare game has to pivot!! In this list I have hydrating yet cleansing products that are great for anyone with acne / sensitive skin. Enjoy!!
Sections
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Cleansers
Serums
Exfoliates
Moisturizer
Sunscreen
Tools
Cleansers
In order to glow you have to throughly cleanse your skin of old makeup and sebum.
I typically opt for the original micellar water because if it isn’t broke don’t fix it but I have heard great things about the different benefits in each of these! I use a cotton pad to apply the product and rinse afterwards! This is my first cleanse...
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water Skin Care Products
Great for getting all the sebum and extra gunk out of your skin while not overly drying and damaging your barriers. I use this both morning and night.
Toleriane Purifying Foaming Facial Wash - La Roche-Posay
Serums
Whether it’s hydration or exfoliation there’s many serums that can be extremely beneficial in the summer season.
An extremely barebones and effective formula! So good for getting rid of acne scarring and reducing inflammation. I use this in the morning
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Super hydrating and gives you a very glowy finish can’t recommend this product more. I use it as needed when I feel my skin getting dryer.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) | The Ordinary
Exfoliates
Helps to reveal and glowy and rejuvenated under layer of skin.
Been in love with this product since I first bought it!! It clears up my acne within three days and does wonders for my dark spots!! I use it every night because it isn’t as abrasive as many other toner pads. Only in the pm
Pad – Mediheal US
A stronger toner that I use one a week. It is very strong but not to the point where it is extremely detrimental to your barrier if used correctly.
SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant | Paula's Choice
Moisturizer
Keep the glow by throughly moisturizing your skin both day and night!!
So glad I rediscovered this product!!! It’s an extremely light weight formula and I love the way it sits under summer makeup! I use this is the morning!!
Gel Moisturizer for Oily, Acne-Prone or Sensitive Skin | Curology
This will forever be my fav! I always know my skin barrier is intake when I use this product. It also prevents water loss when sleeping so I don’t wake up with extremely dry skin. I use this only at night .
Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Body Moisturizer For Dry Skin
Sunscreen
Sun protection is key when tanning, beach going, and any outdoor activity.
Amazing formula for acne prone skin. Switching to this sunscreen I noticed and insane difference in my skin barrier. It does not have a white caste and is truly and amazing product.
Face Sunscreen - EltaMD
Amazing light weight formula. If you’re looking for a product to give you that effortless glow and protect your skin this is a must have!
Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF 50 - Supergoop
Tools
Summer glow calls for some extra help too.
Highly recommend Gua shas and lymphatic drainage practices in general, but switching to stainless steel is a game changer. Other Gua sha types can have pores which trap harmful bacteria that can cause acne and irritation. This product is not only sup...
Gua Sha - Stainless Steel - SACHEU Beauty
Needed for using micellar water and removing mascara.
Amazon.com: Cotton Pads & Rounds
These are a great option for my PCOS babes who aren’t fond of waxing. I have no idea what it is about these but they always give me the cleanest safest shave.
Disposable Dermaplane Razors - 3 Pack - Flamingo
Masks
Affordable and beneficial masks.
Such a relaxing experience I don’t use them for the benefits as much as the relaxation
Under Eye Mask for Dark Circles - Faded - Topicals
Amazing for getting deep in your pores and helping to calm down breakouts.
Rare Earth Deep Pore Minimizing Clay Mask - Kiehl's
Very quality masks that help in many different ways no matter your needs.
Loops Beauty: High-Tech Hydrogel Sheet Masks for Face & Eyes
Spray
During the summer new needs are revealed like sweat inflamed acne.
Love hypochlorous acid and its benefits for all acne in all places and for sweat induced dandruff! It’s a must have in the summer
SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid
Such a hydrating luxurious mist
Plump + Juicy Vegan Collagen Spray-On Serum - Kosas Cosmetics