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Early 40-Something Skincare: What I Swear By

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Simple, proven, effective and affordable skincare products. Most are under $20. My dermatologist threw out all my products and had me go back to basics several years ago and my skin has never looked better! Nobody believes me when I tell them my ...
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Cleanse

You don’t need 13 products. I promise. My dermatologist got rid of all my extra steps and my skin has never looked or felt better!
 
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I love this extra wide headband when doing my skincare! Its so soft and really protects all your hair!
Kitsch Eco-Friendly Spa Headbands: Free Ship $35+
 
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I never knew how much I needed and would appreciate these. They’re soft, they wash easily, but most importantly they save your sink from becoming a watery mess when washing your face! Add to cart - NOW!
Spa Wrist Bands: 4 Pairs
 
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Before cleanser, I love to use a Makeup Eraser to gently remove face and eye makeup. Under $20!
The Original MakeUp Eraser®
 
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An oldie, but goodie! Dermatologist recommended. Under $20. Great for a variety of skin types, affordable, and easily available at big box, grocery, and drug stores.
Vanicream™ Gentle Facial Cleanser
 
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Newer addition to my routine and I love it! Great for reducing pores, evening out skin tone, and more. Under $20!
Niacinamide Brightening Toner - Good Molecules
 
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I love to keep a travel size of this in my toiletries bag or keep a bottle in the shower to switch it up sometimes. I find this cleanser to be very gentle on my skin and doesn’t dry it out. It’s a little more than $20, but still a really great buy!
Tula The Cult Classic Facial Cleanser

Anti-Aging

Again, I keep it simple here, too. You don’t need a million products!
 
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I like to use 1-2x a week on my face and neck to combat fine lines and wrinkles!
Mylan TRETINOIN 0.025 % CREAM (Tube, 20 Gram)

Moisturize

 
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Great hydrating and cooling undereye stick. Under $20! It helps with fine lines and provides a satisfying level of moisture and cooling feel on tired eyes. Great any time of day and easy to throw in your bag or travel with!
The SAEM Iceland Hydrating Eye Stick 0.24oz
 
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Under $20! Great for sensitive skin, combination skin, any age. Love this moisturizer - it goes on smooth and absorbs well!
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream for Sensitive Skin
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Protect/Glow

 
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I’ve used Dermtlgy’s Universal Tinted Moisturizer for several years. It’s my go-to for SPF with the bonus of providing a light coverage to even out your skin tone. I wear this every day and rarely wear foundation anymore!
Universal Tinted Moisturizer SPF 46 - drmtlgy
 
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I was devastated when Tatcha stopped making The Pearl during COVID, but then I found this gem and it’s a fantastic (insanely affordable) replacement!
Catrice Under Eye Brightener
 
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I mix the Catrice Eye Brightener with this Glossier Concealer to create a bright, smooth undereye look.
Glossier Stretch Balm Concealer