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An easy skin care routine with products you will love!
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items An easy, realistic skincare routine with products I actually use and love! ✨ I’m not someone who wants a complicated 12-step routine or to spend a fortune on skincare, so these are my go-to products for keeping my face and body feeling clean, hydrate...
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Face Cleansers & Prep
Treatments & Serums
Moisturizers & SPF
In-Shower Body Care
Post-Shower Body Care
Bikini & Wax Care
Face Cleansers & Prep
Routine: Night - Step 1
My first step at night! I use this as the first part of a double cleanse to help remove makeup, sunscreen, oil, and everything that has built up on my skin throughout the day. I follow it with my regular face cleanser to actually cleanse my skin. It’...
My first step at night! I use this as the first part of a double cleanse to help remove makeup, sunscreen, oil, and everything that has built up on my skin throughout the day. I follow it with my regular face cleanser to actually cleanse my skin. It’...
13.52 oz Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Cleansing Oil - La Roche-Posay
Routine: Morning - Step 1 / Night - Step 2
My second step at night after using my cleansing oil! Once I’ve removed the makeup, sunscreen, and buildup from the day, I use this to actually cleanse my face. It’s gentle, simple, and doesn’t leave my ski...
5.9 oz Creamy Jelly Cleanser - BYOMA
Routine: Morning - Step 1 / Night - Step 1
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin, Daily Face Wash for Dryness, 12 fl oz
Routine: Morning - Step 2
A super hydrating toner that leaves my skin feeling soft and moisturized! I use this right after cleansing and before any serums or moisturizer. I especially like the milky consistency—it feels more hydrating than a traditional toner without adding a...
A super hydrating toner that leaves my skin feeling soft and moisturized! I use this right after cleansing and before any serums or moisturizer. I especially like the milky consistency—it feels more hydrating than a traditional toner without adding a...
Thayers Remedies Milky Hydrating Face Toner with Snow Mushroom and Hyaluronic Acid - 12 fl oz: Vegan, Paraben-Free
Routine: Morning - Step 2
I use this right after washing my face in the morning and before any serums, moisturizer, sunscreen, or makeup. It adds an extra layer of hydration and makes my skin feel so nice and prepped for everything that comes next. An easy step to add if you ...
I use this right after washing my face in the morning and before any serums, moisturizer, sunscreen, or makeup. It adds an extra layer of hydration and makes my skin feel so nice and prepped for everything that comes next. An easy step to add if you ...
5.07 Hydrating Milky Toner - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
Routine: Anytime
One of those products that isn't necessary for a skincare routine but is so nice to have! I use this whenever my skin needs a quick refresh or extra hydration. The ultra-fine mist makes it really easy to use without feeling like you'...
Balancing Ultra-Fine Face Mist - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
Routine: Anytime
LOVE this new find! It’s a super lightweight, fine mist that makes my skin feel instantly refreshed and hydrated without feeling heavy or sticky. I use it after cleansing as a hydrating step, but I also love that I can mist it on whe...
3.38 oz PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Capsule Mist - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
Treatments & Serums
Optional
For the days when I want a little extra color without wearing a full face of makeup! I mix a few drops into my moisturizer rather than applying it on its own. It gives my face a subtle bronzed glow and helps me feel a little more put togethe...
Medium Glow Bronzing Face Drops - Coco & Eve
Routine: Morning - Step 3
Definitely pricier than the other vitamin C products on this list, but the quality is SO good! I love how lightweight it feels on my skin and how easily it fits into my morning routine. I use it after cleansing and toner, let it absorb, and then foll...
Definitely pricier than the other vitamin C products on this list, but the quality is SO good! I love how lightweight it feels on my skin and how easily it fits into my morning routine. I use it after cleansing and toner, let it absorb, and then foll...
REVISION Skincare Vitamin C Lotion 30% 1 oz
Routine: Morning - Step 3
My go-to vitamin C in my morning routine! I apply this after cleansing and toner, but before moisturizer and sunscreen. I love adding vitamin C in the morning for brighter, glowy-looking skin and to help even out the overall...
1 oz Korean Skin Care Vitamin C Serum Day Glow Serum - Seoul Ceuticals | Ulta Beauty
Routine: Morning - Step 3
A stronger vitamin C option for when I want to focus on brightness and overall skin radiance. I use vitamin C in the morning after toner and before moisturizer and sunscreen. If you’re newer to vitamin C, I’d start slowly ra...
Pure 12% Vitamin C Serum for Wrinkle Reduction and Radiance - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty
Optional
One of my favorite affordable skincare finds! I use this after cleansing and toner and before moisturizer to help keep my skin looking smooth and even. I also like using niacinamide as part of my bikini wax routine between appointments. It’s...
1.0 oz Niacinamide Serum - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
Routine: Evening - Step 2
My retinol step for nighttime! I use this after cleansing and before moisturizer as part of my evening routine. The squalane base gives it a more moisturizing feel, which I like with a retinol product. This is the 0.5% strength, so it’s better suited...
My retinol step for nighttime! I use this after cleansing and before moisturizer as part of my evening routine. The squalane base gives it a more moisturizing feel, which I like with a retinol product. This is the 0.5% strength, so it’s better suited...
Retinol 0.5% in Squalane, Intermediate Retinol Serum - The Ordinary | Ulta Beauty
Moisturizers & SPF
Routine: Morning - Step 4
After serums, before SPF in the morning. My go-to face moisturizer when I want something really hydrating. I apply it after toner and serums, and in the morning I always follow it with sunscreen. It feels rich and moisturizing without causing my face...
After serums, before SPF in the morning. My go-to face moisturizer when I want something really hydrating. I apply it after toner and serums, and in the morning I always follow it with sunscreen. It feels rich and moisturizing without causing my face...
Moisturizing Rich Cream - BYOMA
Routine: Morning - Step 4
A simple, reliable everyday moisturizer! I use this after any toners or serums and before sunscreen in the morning. It has hyaluronic acid and ceramides to help keep skin hydrated without making your routine complicated. A g...
CeraVe Hyaluronic Acid & Ceramides Facial Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin, 12 fl oz
Routine: Morning - Step 5
A great moisturizing sunscreen option when I want a little extra hydration. It combines daily sun protection with a more moisturizing feel, so I especially like this one when my skin is feeling on the drier side. Apply as th...
EltaMD UV Daily Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 Moisturizing Facial Sunscreen, 48 g / 1.7 oz
Routine: Morning - Step 5
This one is SO different from a traditional sunscreen! It goes on completely clear and has a smooth, almost primer-like feel. I especially like it under makeup because it creates such a smooth base while still giving you you...
Supergoop! Unseen Clear & Invisible Face Sunscreen - SPF 50 - 1.7 fl oz
Routine: Morning - Step 5
My go-to sunscreen option! Lightweight, moisturizing, and—as the name says—no annoying white cast. I love that it gives SPF 50 protection while still feeling hydrating and comfortable on the skin. It has a glowy finish witho...
Zero-Cast Moisturizing Finish Sunscreen - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
In-Shower Body Care
Routine: Shower - occasional physical exfoliation
For the days when I want more physical exfoliation! I especially like this for rough, bumpy areas. You can use it as a scrub or leave it on briefly like a mask. I don't use this at the same time as ev...
8.0 oz KP Body Scrub & Mask - Naturium
Routine: Shower - everyday
My go-to when I want a moisturizing body wash! It cleans without leaving my skin feeling stripped and is especially nice when my skin is feeling dry. If you're someone who gets out of the shower and immediately feels like y...
16.9 oz The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash - Naturium
Routine: Shower - exfoliating days
LOVE this for smoothing my skin! I use this when I want chemical exfoliation rather than a traditional scrub. It's especially great for areas where I deal with rough or bumpy texture. I alternate it with my regular ...
16.9 oz The Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash - Naturium
Post-Shower Body Care
Routine: Everyday body moisturizer
My easy everyday lotion when I don't need the whole body-butter-and-oil routine. Moisturizing, simple, and great for dry skin. This is the kind of product I can use regularly without feeling like I'm doing an entire...
Lipikar Body Lotion Daily Repair Moisturizing Lotion for Dry Skin - La Roche-Posay
Routine: After Shower
SO moisturizing and smells AMAZING. I use this after showering to lock in moisture and keep my skin feeling soft. It's richer than a regular lotion, so I especially love it when my skin is feeling extra dry or when I want that r...
7.7 oz The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter - Naturium
Routine: Last body-care step
My finishing step when I want EXTRA moisture and glow. I like using body oil after lotion/body butter rather than instead of moisturizer. It leaves my skin looking so pretty and glowy!
The Glow Getter Body Oil - Naturium
Bikini & Wax Care
One of my favorite multi-use serums! On my face, I use it after cleansing and toner and before moisturizer to help with uneven-looking skin, texture, and the appearance of pores. I also use it as part of my bikini wax aftercare routine to help keep t...
Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2% - Naturium | Ulta Beauty
One of my favorites for bikini wax aftercare! I use this as my chemical exfoliating step to help keep the skin smooth and prevent bumps and ingrown hairs. I wait a couple of days after a wax before using it, then use it every 2–3 days as needed. A li...
Mini Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - Paula's Choice
LOVE this for bikini wax aftercare! I use it between waxes to keep the skin moisturized and help with irritation and ingrown hairs. It absorbs really well without leaving the area feeling super greasy, and a little goes a long way. I like using this ...
2.5 oz Fur Oil - Fur | Ulta Beauty