I’ve tested so many products to find what actually works for my oily, sensitive skin (aka the ultimate diva combo). My main skin battles? hyperpigmentation, blackheads, and random sensitivity flare-ups. These are the products that have made a real di...
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Cleanser 🧸
Toner 🧴
Serum / Essence 💞
Moisturizer 🛍️
Sunscreen 🪞
Eye Cream
Cleanser 🧸
If you have oily or acne-prone skin, the CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser is a total holy grail. 🙌🏽 It’s formulated with salicylic acid, which gently exfoliates without being harsh, meaning it helps unclog pores, smooth texture, and keep breakouts in ch...
Renewing SA (Salicylic Acid) Cleanser | Face Wash
Okay, oily skin gang, this one’s a keeper. 🙌🏽 The Garnier Micellar Foaming Cleanser is so satisfying because it really cleans your face without over-drying or leaving that tight, squeaky feeling. It foams up nicely, removes dirt and excess oil, and...
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Foaming Face Wash, 6.7 OZ
Oily skin besties, listen up, the Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleanser is an absolute game-changer. 🙌🏽 It’s super gentle yet effective, removing dirt, excess oil, and impurities without ever leaving that tight, “help I’m dry” feeling.
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Oily skin gang, this toner is next level. 🙌🏽 The Paula’s Choice Pore-Reducing Toner feels super lightweight but works hard, it helps minimize the look of pores, controls excess oil, and keeps my skin feeling fresh without any sticky residue.
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SKIN BALANCING Pore Reducing Toner
Oily skin babes, this one is a hidden gem. 🙌🏽 The Biossance Pore Minimizing Toner is lightweight, refreshing, and actually helps control shine while keeping your skin hydrated. The niacinamide works to minimize the appearance of pores and smooth te...
Squalane + 2% BHA Pore Minimizing Toner
Serum / Essence 💞
This essence is literally the calm in my oily-skin storm. It sinks in instantly. no sticky drama, no heavy feeling, just a refreshing “ahhh” moment for my face. It balances me out so well that my skin actually feels hydrated without looking like I ju...
Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence
Okay, let’s talk about the Mixsoon Bean Essence because WOW, this little bottle seriously surprised me! I’ve tried a ton of essences, but this one stands out for how versatile it is. It’s like skincare’s version of a two-in-one smoothie: refreshing a...
mixsoon Bean Essence Exfoliating Hydrating
Okay, this serum surprised me in the best way 😭💛 I have oily + acne-prone skin, so I’m always a little scared to try anything with retinal… but this one is so gentle and lightweight. It sinks right in without leaving that greasy feeling, and it act...
ONE THING Peptide Retinal Serum Vitamin A
This one’s such a hidden gem omg 😭💫 I started using it on nights when I want something gentle but still effective, it gives that retinol-like glow without any irritation or dryness. The texture is super lightweight (perfect for my oily skin girlies...
ONE THING PDRN Bakuchiol Daily Moisturizing Serum
Moisturizer 🛍️
Okay, THIS cream? A whole personality. It’s rich enough to make my skin feel protected, but light enough that I don’t end up shiny an hour later. It gives me that smooth, soft finish where my face feels moisturized but never greasy. For oily skin, th...
5 Ceramide Barrier Moisturizing Cream / Unscented
Oily skin besties, this moisturizer is legit a lifesaver. 🙌🏽 The CeraVe Oil Control Moisturizer is lightweight, absorbs quickly, and keeps shine in check all day, yes, even in the T-zone. It’s formulated with ceramides to strengthen your skin barri...
Oil Control Gel-Cream Moisturizer for Oily Skin
Sunscreen 🪞
If you have oily skin, you know the struggle: finding a sunscreen that doesn’t make you look like you just ran a marathon by noon. When I first tried the L’Oréal Bright Reveal SPF 50, I was ready for that usual shiny disaster… but honestly? It surpri...
Okay oily-skin girlies, this one’s for us. 💅🏽 The La Roche-Posay Anthelios sunscreen is literally one of the few that doesn’t make me look like a glazed donut 10 minutes after applying it. It’s super lightweight, non-greasy, and dries down matte, b...
Broad Spectrum Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin
Eye Cream
I’ve been using this one for a while now, and it’s honestly such a cute little under-eye saver 😭💖 the texture is buttery but not heavy, it melts right in and makes my eye area look way more awake (even on those no-sleep nights 😅). I have oily skin...
K-SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Eye Cream
Facial Mask / Exfoliator
Okay this one’s sooo underrated 😭💚 I use it a couple times a week, and it leaves my skin feeling baby smooth without that stripped, tight feeling. It’s super gentle, no harsh scrubbing or burning, but somehow still gets all the dullness and buildup...