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Skincare for the 12-Hour Day
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Chioma
Med school means early mornings, late nights, and long days under fluorescent lights. These are the skincare essentials that keep my skin calm, hydrated, and glowing through it all, from my first lecture to my last flashcard.
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Daily Skincare Essentials
 
Hydration & Skin Barrier Repair
 
Sunscreens & SPF Favorites
 
Serums & Targeted Treatments
 
Nighttime Skincare & Recovery
 
Lip Care & On-the-Go Essentials

Daily Skincare Essentials

A good skincare routine doesn't have to be complicated! These are my favorite everyday skincare essentials for keeping my skin clean, hydrated, and glowing through early mornings, long classes, and busy days. From gentle facial cleansers to lightweig...

 
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the no-fuss cleanser that gets me in and out in 60 seconds before an 8am 🫧
Neutrogena Evenly Clear Acne Cleanser with Salicylic Acid
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my once- or twice-a-week reset that leaves my skin feeling so smooth
MURAD AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser
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gentle enough for every day even when my skin is being dramatic during exam week
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Face Wash for Oily Skin
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the tub that lives on my nightstand for my body, hands, elbows and everything in between 🤍
Cetaphil Hydrating Moisturizing Cream Body Moisturizer
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Hydration & Skin Barrier Repair

Long days, cold weather, and dry indoor air can leave my skin needing a little extra TLC! These are my favorite hydrating serums, nourishing moisturizers, and skin barrier-supporting skincare products for maintaining soft, healthy-looking skin. Wheth...

 
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don’t let the name scare you because it’s the bounciest, most hydrating step in my routine
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
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Sunscreens & SPF Favorites

Daily SPF is one skincare step I never skip! These are my favorite facial sunscreens and SPF moisturizers for protecting my skin from harmful UV rays while keeping my complexion hydrated and comfortable. From lightweight sunscreen formulas to everyda...

 
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moisturizer and SPF in one step, which makes it the 5:30am girl’s best friend ☀️
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50
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the SPF i actually look forward to putting on because it layers so nicely under makeup
Youth To The People Youthscreen Daily Hydration + Pollution Defense Invisible Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 60
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Serums & Targeted Treatments

When it comes to skincare, I love products that target specific concerns without making my routine unnecessarily complicated! These are my favorite facial serums and targeted skincare treatments for dark spots, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, bl...

 
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proof a good serum doesn’t have to be expensive since it’s lightweight and absorbs so fast
Good Molecules   Discoloration Correcting Serum
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my swipe-and-go glow step for mornings when i’m short on time
First Aid Beauty Brighten + Glow Facial Radiance Pads with Glycolic + Lactic Acids
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the little luxury in my routine that smells as good as the bottle looks ✨
Caudalie  Vinoperfect Brightening Dark Spot Serum Vitamin C Alternative
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my i-have-somewhere-to-be serum that leaves my skin looking so fresh
Charlotte Tilbury  Charlotte’s Magic Serum with Vitamin C
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the cutest tube on my shelf and a staple in my evening routine
Topicals  Faded Brightening Serum for Dark Spots and Discoloration (UNSCENTED)
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for the surprise visitor the night before a big day and invisible enough to wear to class
Kiehl's Truly Targeted Acne-Clearing Liquid Pimple Patch with Salicylic Acid
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Nighttime Skincare & Recovery

After a long day of classes, studying, and everything in between, my nighttime skincare routine is one of my favorite ways to unwind! These are my go-to evening skincare essentials for removing the day, replenishing moisture, and keeping my skin look...

 
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the last step after a long day of lectures and Anki and my favorite part of the night 🌙
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
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Lip Care & On-the-Go Essentials

Because sometimes skincare needs to fit into the five minutes between classes! These are my favorite lip balms, hydrating lip treatments, hand creams, and travel-friendly skincare essentials for staying moisturized throughout a busy day. Whether I'm ...

 
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the little tub in every bag i own for dry lips, cuticles and any spot that needs extra love on cold days 🤍
Aquaphor Healing Ointment Jar
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