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My Tretinoin-Friendly Skincare ✨ Dry skin essentials

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A curated collection of skincare products that help me maintain a healthy skin barrier while using tretinoin. Perfect for dry and sensitive skin. Every product here is something I genuinely use and trust.
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Basic

The everyday basics I rely on to keep my dry skin comfortable and hydrated while using tretinoin.
 
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I’ve repurchased this because it’s gentle, fragrance-free, and my dry skin never feels squeaky after washing.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser Moisturizing
 
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This sleeping mask has been great for keeping my skin moisturized overnight. I wake up with my skin feeling plump, smooth, and nourished. It gives my complexion a fresh, radiant look without feeling heavy or greasy.
Bouncy & Firm Sleeping Mask Visibly Plump & Firm - Laneige
 
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Since I use tretinoin, I’m always looking for products that help keep my skin hydrated without feeling heavy. The Laneige Milk Toner layers beautifully, absorbs quickly, and leaves my skin feeling nourished and balanced. It’s one of my favorite prep ...
Cream Skin Toner & Moisturizer: 2-in-1 Hydration Hero | LANEIGE
 
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Such a great overnight mask! My skin feels softer, more hydrated, and looks noticeably more radiant when I wake up.
Water Sleeping Mask: Overnight Hydrating Face Mask - Laneige
 
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One of my favorite exfoliating toners! It leaves my skin feeling clean, smooth, and glowing without that tight, dry feeling.
Pixi Glow Tonic | Best Glycolic Acid Toner for Glowing Skin
 
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Savior for my dermatitis and dry skin. Definitely tretinoin friendly and best match. It doesn’t make my skin kinda flaky after tretinoin sesh.
La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+Max Moisturizer
 
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If you struggle with dry lips, the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask is worth trying. It locks in moisture overnight, and I always wake up with softer, plumper-feeling lips. Bonus: it smells amazing and lasts forever because you only need a tiny amount.
Hydrating & Nourishing Overnight Lip Treatment Mask with Vitamin C, Shea & Murumuru Seed Butter
 
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use tretinoin regularly, so I wanted a serum that wouldn’t overwhelm my skin. Glossier’s niacinamide serum feels lightweight, absorbs quickly, and helps my skin look calmer and more balanced while fitting seamlessly into my routine.
Super Pure
 
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Laneige at night, Glossier during the day—that’s been my lip care combo lately💕 Laneige gives me deep overnight hydration, while Glossier is easy to reapply and keeps my lips soft all day long. They’re different products, but they work so well toget...
Balms - Glossier
 
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The cooling sensation is so refreshing! My under-eyes always feel more hydrated and look brighter after using these.
Under Eye Patches - Brighten, Detoxify & Rejuvenate ...
 
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Since I use tretinoin, sunscreen is non-negotiable for me. Beet The Sun feels lightweight, hydrating, and doesn’t pill under my skincare or makeup. It’s one of those sunscreens I actually enjoy wearing every day.
Beet The Sun SPF 40 PA+++: Lightweight Transparent Sunscreen
 
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Lightweight, non-greasy, and easy to wear every day. It keeps my skin feeling comfortable while fitting seamlessly into my skincare routine.
Broad Spectrum Facial Sunscreens – Sunscreen & SPF

Sheet Mask

A little extra ‘add-on’ for the days when my skin needs some extra love.
 
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My holy grail before event mask, I used to put it on my face after moisturizer as overnight sleep-mask. Welcome glowing, brighter face next morning✨
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Hydrating Mask
 
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Trust me, if you need something to make your skin brighter in 20 minutes… IPI sheet mask from Mediheal is my savior. I love how instant it gives me glow, healthy and bright looks.
Mediheal No.1 Korean IPI Ampoule Mask
 
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I really enjoy the cooling hydrogel texture—it stays in place well and feels luxurious to use. Can be used as overnight mask and you will wake up 5years younger hihihi✨
COSRX 5 PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Hydrogel Mask