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Discover the best of both worlds: high-end and low-end low-tox skincare that delivers results without compromise!

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With over two decades of experience in the skincare and beauty industry, I’ve learned what truly works. These are my top picks for a low-tox bathroom—products that not only deliver outstanding results but actually perform. If you’re looking for glowi...
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Makeup Removing Cleansing Balms

Take the day off, all the way off.

 
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This cleansing balm is hands down the best I’ve ever tried. It effortlessly melts away everything, including waterproof makeup, leaving my skin feeling comfortable and refreshed. While it’s on the pricier side, a little goes a long way, and it lasts ...
Natural Cleansing Balm For Sensitive Skin | True Botanicals
 
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This is a more affordable option for a cleansing balm. It has a refreshing eucalyptus scent and a slightly thinner consistency, but it still gets the job done. It melts everything away, though I always recommend doing a double cleanse for the best re...
0.6 oz Day Dissolve Cleansing Balm - Versed | Ulta Beauty

Facial Cleansers

These cleansers clean effectively without stripping your skin.

 
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I love using this cleanser in the morning. It wakes up my skin without stripping it of moisture and sets the perfect foundation for the rest of my skincare routine. My skin feels balanced and ready for the next steps.
Renew Hydrating Face Cleanser - True Botanicals
 
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It’s fragrance-free and lathers up beautifully. I use it after one of my cleansing balms or in the morning to wake up my skin as a more affordable option. If you’ve used Clinique’s cleanser, the experience is similar—gentle, refreshing, and effective...
The Purist Daily Gel Cleanser - Versed | Ulta Beauty

Effective Toners

Whether it’s exfoliation or moisture, I’ve got you covered.

 
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It literally feels so good and hydrating. The thin consistency makes it easy to apply, and I love patting it into my skin with my hands. It leaves my skin feeling plump and fresh without being sticky. I usually use it after my hydrating spray, but it...
Hydrating Milky Toner - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
 
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This toner is strong but super effective. I've tried all kinds of exfoliating toners, from salicylic acid to witch hazel, and this one is by far the most effective. I’ve even used it under my arms to cleanse the skin, but unlike others, I don’t use i...
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
 
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I use these about once a month when I really want a bright glow the next morning. They’re strong, so I swipe them on and rinse off before layering on all my hydrating products before bed. The results are always worth it!
Glow Peel Pads - Exfoliating Treatment Pads
 
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I love using this in the mornings. It has a thin consistency, and I apply it with my hands. It gives such an amazing glow. It's on the pricier side, but it lasts a long time, so it's totally worth it.
Microbiome Enzyme Essence

Hydrating Mist & Oils

I got tired of traditional moisturizers either feeling too thick or too thin. These hit the perfect balance.

 
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Hands down, the best oil I’ve ever used as a moisturizer. The scent is earthy, and the viscosity is impeccable. I never want to be without this, though it’s definitely not budget-friendly. What I love most is that it absorbs into the skin, rather tha...
Renew Pure Radiance Oil - Face Oil: Dry & Aging Skin
 
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This mist is so nice. I love how fine the spray is—it hydrates and preps my skin perfectly. I like to use it to dampen my skin before applying serum, milky toner, or moisturizer. It creates the perfect base for everything else to soak in!
The Reset Luminous Hyaluronic Acid & Niacinamide Serum Spray

SPF

You should be wearing SPF every day, and these are my top recommendations for daily use.

 
Kristina Bacho profile picture
If you were to get just one thing, it would be this. It works great on its own or as a primer for makeup. It’s a mineral SPF that doesn’t feel like one—lightweight and non-greasy. I can’t recommend it enough!
Weekend Skin SPF 50 Instant Glow Tinted Mineral Sunscreen with Vitamin C + Niacinamide
 
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This chemical sunscreen feels weightless on the skin and works seamlessly with makeup. It gives a subtle glow while remaining completely invisible, like you’re not wearing anything at all.
Day Dew Sunscreen Lightweight SPF 50