my favorite skincare products for healing skin and getting glass-like texture because it is achievable
(i’m a former sephora employee, so I tested these on myself)
i had clear skin as a kid my whole life, then suddenly around 14 (i started wearing...
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the ordinary
aquaphor
la roche posay
innisfree
mediheal
medicube
the ordinary
a canadian brand made by brandon truaxe - known for their serums and acids
helps acne (whiteheads, not black heads), wrinkles on face, and smooths skin. makes your lips kind of plump overnight. i use this about once a month, never more.
retinol serum • the ordinary
if you have under-eye bags (color not wrinkles or sagging skin) or dark spots on your face or anywhere else, apply a little bit of this in the morning or at night and they’ll lighten up in about a week, literally a lifesaver
for sagging eyes look at...
vitamin c serum • the ordinary
- blackheads
- i use this once or twice a month
salicylic acid 2% • the ordinary
- chemical peels are 100x better than scrubs/ exfoliants
- makes my skin glowy
- don’t use too often, only when you need an oomf!
aha 30% + bag 2% peeling solution • the ordinary
(for acne, fine lines)
- use only 2 times per week
- use lotion after (cera ve)
- do not mix with other acids, serums, antibiotics applied to skin
- use only at night
retinal 0.2% emulsion • the ordinary
- for bumpy/ textured skin
- a toner, not an exfoliator
- for sensitive skin, oily or dry skin
- can be used am or pm
- use after spray toner (tower 28, is good)
- use before lotion and sunscreen
niacinamide 10% + zinc 1% • the ordinary
- add under eyes
- add to lips
- after moisturizer
- day or night
- make you look awake and plump
volufiline • the ordinary
aquaphor
a german brand by herman a. metz in 1925 - known for their lip balm and soothing lotions
tbh, need i say more?
lip balm • aquaphor
great for summertime. it has sunscreen. it tastes a little weird if it gets in your mouth, like sunscreen, but it definitely keeps your lips very hydrated and it’s protecting your lips from the sun’s UV rays. great for sunny days. i wouldn’t wear thi...
balm stick • aquaphor
la roche posay
a french brand by the l’oréal group - known for their moisturizing face wash and serums
- for any dark spots on skin
- eye bags, purple marks, scars
- can be used in the am or pm
10% pure vitamin c serum • la roche posay
- aging is a beautiful privilege, use wisely
- can be used for wrinkles, acne scars
- use only at night, not often
- eat collagen rich foods the day you choose to use retinol on your face for best results
- dm me for collagen rich foods :)
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retinol b3 pure retinol serum • la roche posay
innisfree
a korean brand by the amore pacific group - known for their invisible sunscreens and volcanic clay masks
- a chemical, not mineral, sunscreen that goes into your skin to stop uv light harm
- good for ALL skin types
- can be worn under makeup
- user after lotion (cera ve or CORSX)
- NO WHITE CAST (great for darker skin)
spf 36 sunceeen • innisfree
- use am or pm
- use after cleansing/ washing face
- use before lotions
- can be used daily
vitamin c serum • innisfree
mediheal
a korean brand by dr. swarup mishra - known for their toner pads and sheet masks
- for acne prone skin, dark spots, uneven tone
- use after oil cleanser and after water cleaner
- use before toner and lotions
- can be used in am or pm
- great for oily/ mixed skin
madecassoside blemish pad • mediheal
medicube
- turmeric
- feels like jelly
- brightens your face
- great to get rid of scars or dark spots