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Face Skincare Routine: Products Worth Repeating (Dry/Combo)

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💫 Think your skincare routine is complete? Think again. These are the ride-or-die, can’t-live-without, glow-up essentials that actually deliver. Whether you’re a skincare minimalist or a full-step ritualist, this list spills the tea on the must-have...
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Best Facial Cleansers | Gentle, Hydrating & Deep Clean

 
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This with the daily microfoliant mixed together . You’ll be thanking me later. This is the key!
Special Cleansing Gel for Gentle, Effective Cleansing
 
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This will get everything off including the sunscreen.
Pre-Gleanse Cleansing Oil Intended For The First Cleanse - Prequel
 
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How Osea make an emulsifying moisture pack facial cleaner this good?
Ocean Cleansing Milk I Sensitive Skin Facial Cleanser I Clean Beauty

Microfoliants for Gentle, Effective Exfoliation

Smooth away dullness with mild, skin-loving exfoliants that reveal a brighter, softer, and refreshed complexion—without irritation.
 
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Dry dull skin doesn’t exist with this around.
Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator Smooths & Brightens Skin
 
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A dupe to Dermalogica microfoliant
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Face Polisher

Hyperpigmentation

Even and clear skin
 
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This works so well! I included it in the goodie bags I love making for my friends, and within a week, my skin looked more even.
Urban Skin RX Even tone cleansing bar
 
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I have not tried this. It was created by a poc doctor who tested this product on only people of color to target hyperpigmentation. The packaging 😍
SUPRA-FADE

Hydration & Skin Toners | Tone, Balance & Refresh

Refresh and balance your skin with lightweight formulas that boost moisture and even out your complexion for a radiant, healthy glow.
 
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When budget is tight. Eadem all ways get me right! (Black women/POC owned)
Cashmere Peel | Award-Winning Exfoliating Toner for Dark Spots
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This keeps my skin glowy and even. Pricey.
Daily Milk-Peel Gentle Exfoliating Toner
 
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These pads has given my skin overnight relief.
Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad

Hydrating, Clean, and Dreamy Moisturizers You’ll Love

Hydrating moisturizers for every skin need — from lightweight to rich creams that boost glow, soothe, and lock in moisture for soft, healthy skin.
 
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The moisture performance and 90+ degree weather. I forgot I put it one. The natural dewy glow and repair my skin barrier. 🛒 Perfect for under makeup. Doesn’t burn my eyes when sweating.
Dieux Instant Angel Moisturizer | Lipid-Rich, Nourishing Face Cream
 
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Never leave the house ungreased!☺️ (black owned)
Facial Shea Butter To Moisturize Black Skin

Hydrating Lip Care: Balms, Masks & More for Dry Lips

Nourish, hydrate, and protect your pout with balms and treatments that keep lips soft, smooth, and kissably healthy.
 
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This is the best lip balm ever tried in my life. No stickiness or nasty aftertaste. Beautiful glossy shine. One stay in every room and in the vehicle no exceptions. I love a metal applicator. 🤌🏽 (black owned)
Le Chouchou Viral 3-in-1 Lip Treatment | Award-Winning Balm
 
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Something quick to grab on the desk. (Black owned)
Plush Puddin' Intensive Recovery Lip Mask
 
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You need SPF for your lips too!
Lip Balm
 
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I’m a sucker for a metal applicator 😍. Performance is unknown as of yet but is on my wishlist!
Revive Lip Balm for Barrier Repair
 
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A vibrating metal applicator has me sold!
Sweet Relief Vibrating Lip Oil - Cherrity

Sensitive/Dry Skin Sun Protection | Safe, Effective SPF Products

A clean ingredient mineral sunscreen that’s melanin friendly?! Give me 5. Thank ya!
 
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A no white cast mineral sunscreen that feels like a lightweight lotion, Black owned, and doesn’t burn your eyes even with contacts in.
Good Weather Skin
 
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This is the new suncream release. The is supposed to leave a glow/dewy finish.
The One Warm Glow Daily Sun Cream
 
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I use this for my body only. This burns my eyes but amazing everywhere else.
BGS Kids SPF 50 Sunscreen
 
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Love love love the dewy glow this leaves on the skin. (Avoid eyes with contacts)
Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 Sunscreen