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The Routine That Changed My Skin
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items When I turned 25 my skin changed over night. I went from being able to use whatever on my face without the thought of a breakout, to acne prone skin that looked like a teenager. After watching a ton of videos and trying out everything under the sun I...
Sections
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Step 1: Cleanser
Step 2: Toner
Step 3: Actives (serums/treatments)
Moisturizers
Occlusives/Oils
Sunscreen
Step 1: Cleanser
You have to oil cleanse and then regular cleanse - I don’t make the rules.
Oil and water don’t mix, therefore using water and water based cleanser to try and wash away oils and makeup will only spread them around on your skin. Using an oil cleanser ...
This oil cleanser is my holy grail, it takes all the makeup off my face and has made washing my face so much easier.
Futurewise FACE MELT Cleansing Balm
This is another great oil cleanser option. It’s more of a traditional oil consistency where the future wise is more balmy. This cleanser is great at breaking down dirt, makeup, and oil.
Prequel Pre-Gleanse Nourishing Oil Cleanser - 6.5 fl oz
This cleanser is gentle enough to not destroy your skin but still a very effective cleanser. Doesn’t dry out my skin and is one of the best cleansers I’ve ever used
Gentle Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin - VANICREAM | Ulta Beauty
Once I came to terms with the face that I now had acne prone skin at 26 years old after never having acne before- this cleanser was one of the best changes I made in my routine. I use this one every day, sometimes swapping for the vanicream at night ...
Cerave Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser, 5 fl oz
Step 2: Toner
There’s two main types of toners- hydrating and active toners that help to treat specific skin issues
I’m being straight up when I say this changed my life. This is an active toner that is a chemical exfoliant. Those words scared me at first but you just put this on a cotton pad and gently rub onto the skin and every clogged pore, every blemish, all ...
BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2% - Naturium | Ulta Beauty
Drip some of this straight onto your fingers and press into your skin after cleansing. Works even better if there’s still some water on your skin to seal in moisture!
Hydrating Milky Toner - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
This is also a great hydrating toner that is gentle on your skin. I use this with the Byoma milky toner after for double hydration.
Ginseng Essence Water
This is the toner to end all toners, it is the one I get if I have some extra money laying around. It is pricey but there’s a good reason why. It’s insanely hydrating and helps to keep your face feeling smooth and plump - especially if you’re using a...
8.4 oz Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Toner - fresh | Ulta Beauty
Step 3: Actives (serums/treatments)
This sections is very personal and up to what your skin needs. I won’t have recommendations for every skin issue but for someone with newly acne prone skin these are my actives I use.
This one really helps with my active breakout- I use this at night, fully letting it dry before going onto my next step!
Differin Prescription-Strength Retinoid Acne Treatment Gel for Face with 0.1% Adapalene, Clears & Prevents Acne, Fragrance-Free, 15g Tube
I started using this serum in the evenings when I am not using the Differen Gel and I love it so much. It’s gentle enough for daily use and not having to be scared of it but I definitely saw a change in my complexion.
Super Clear Acne Treating Serum For All Skin Types
This is my favorite hyaluronic acid serum I’ve used, it’s got a thicker consistency which I like more than the usual watery serum. I’ve gone through 2 bottles and still love it. I use this one every morning and night after my acne treatments. (I also...
Water Slide
Everyone needs a good barrier protector an this is my favorite one. It’s an oil serum so it’s really gonna lock in allll the hydration already on your skin at this point. You can follow this with a normal moisturizer or use this in place of one it’s ...
Barrier Bounce - Advanced Skin Hydrator
Moisturizers
Naturium moisturizers are some of my favorites. The multi peptide one especially is so creamy but still light. I typically use it in the morning because at night I like something with an oil in it to help lock in moisture but this is still such a goo...
Naturium : Moisturizers
This is a newer one I have found that I absolutely love. It’s got glycerin in it which will help create a barrier to prevent any moisture from escaping. One of the largest causes for oily skin is trans epidermal water loss. When all the moisture in t...
Daily Recovery
Occlusives/Oils
When I am not using an oil based face moisturizer this is one of my favorite final steps in my routine to help keep all the hydration in my skin from evaporating. It’s not too heavy and it soaks into the skin beautifully.
Float On Soothing Facial Oil
This cream is a thick paste consistency that at first glance doesn’t look like much but it is wonderful as an occlusive for a nighttime routine. It’s doubles as a skin rash/irritant cream which means it’s gentle and healing for damaged skin.
Cicaplast Balm B5 for Dry Skin Irritations
This slug balm is heavy and thick and AMAZING. I use this pretty religiously at night and it’s changed my skin so much. I would start slow on it though as it can be weird at first due to how thick it is you might need to get used to it but if you kee...
Futurewise SLUG BALM Moisture-Locking Occlusive
Sunscreen
Sunscreen is vital to your skin for multiple reasons. Skin health being the biggest- UV rays are damaging and your face is outside exposed 99% of the time. Another great reason is it will approve skin appearance and prevent harsh damage that leads to...
I love this sunscreen because it doenst have a strong smell and it does not burn when I apply it! Some sunscreens can feel so harsh on my skin and this one is gentle but effective!
Bubble Skincare | Sunscreens
I love anything La Roche Posay and their moisturizer with SPF in it has been a go to for me for YEARS. it’s another good lightweight one with little fragrance and no chemical burning.
Toleriane Double Repair Facial Moisturizer with SPF 30
Masks
This is the holy grail. This can clear my skin overnight. Mix this with Apple Cider Vinegar and acne will clear up immediately. It’s important to use it with Apple cider vinegar as the acidity in it makes the ph of the mask more compatible with the p...
Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay 1 lb