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SKINCARE Step By Step + Active Ingredients

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This comprehensive skincare system is designed to help you achieve your best skin ever. It includes a step-by-step guide to help you identify your skin type and customize your skincare routine, as well as active ingredients to help you target specifi...
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STEP 1: CLEANSER

The first step in any skincare routine is to cleanse your face to remove dirt, oil, and makeup. Look for a gentle cleanser that won't strip your skin of its natural oils.

 
Soothing Cleanser – Cleansing Foam - eCosmetics
 
Golden Cleanser with Manuka Honey
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Probiotic Hand Balm
 
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This cleanser is designed to support your skin’s moisture barrier and hydrate your skin. It is non-comedogenic, soap-free, and gentle enough for daily use, making it suitable for all skin types. It can also be used in combination with other products.
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
 
Youth to the People Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser
 
Vinopure Pore Purifying Gel Cleanser
 
Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser - La Roche-Posay
 
Salicylic Acid Acne + Pore Cleanser
 
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Great! It leaves my skin feeling clean and refreshed.
PreCleanse - Dermalogica | Ulta Beauty
 
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Amazing balm! It melts make-up very well! It leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated.
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm - ELEMIS | Ulta Beauty

STEP 2: TONE

A toner can help to balance your skin's pH levels and prepare it for the rest of your skincare routine. Look for a toner that's alcohol-free.

 
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toning Solution
 
Baby Cheeks Hydrating Milk Toner
 
Rice Toner
 
Snail Rescue Blemish Busting Toner - Peach Slices | Ulta Beauty
 
Hatomugi Skin Conditioner
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Fat Water Niacinamide Pore-Refining Toner Serum with Barbados Cherry

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated formulas that can target specific skin concerns.

 
Advanced Night Repair Serum - Estee Lauder
 
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love Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate! It's a great way to nourish and hydrate my skin overnight. It's lightweight and absorbs quickly, leaving my skin feeling soft and smooth. I wake up with a healthy, glowing complexion. Highly recommend 💜
Midnight Recovery Concentrate – Moisturizing Face Oil
 
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This product was a game changer for no-makeup-makeup. I absolutely love it.💯💚
Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment SPF 30
 
Drying Lotion - On-The-Spot Solution for Blemishes

Niacinamid

Niacinamide: This form of vitamin B3 can help to reduce redness and improve skin texture.

 
10% Niacinamide Night Mask
 
Vinoperfect Instant Brightening Moisturizer with Niacinamide
 
B3 Nice 10% Niacinamide Serum
 
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My experience with Watermelon Glow Niacinamide was amazing! It left my skin feeling soft and hydrated, and I noticed a visible improvement in my skin's texture and tone. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a gentle, yet effective sk...
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
 
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I highly recommend The INKEY List Niacinamide! It's a great product that helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes and redness, while also providing hydration and brightening the skin. It's a must-have for anyone looking to improve their skin's hea...
The INKEY List Niacinamide Oil Control Serum - Sephora

Vitamin C

This antioxidant can help to brighten the skin and protect it from environmental stressors.

 
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It has a light, creamy texture that absorbs quickly and leaves my skin feeling hydrated and smooth. The scent is pleasant and not overpowering. After using it for a few weeks, I have noticed a visible improvement in my skin's texture and tone. My ski...
Vitamin C + Peptide 24 | Face Moisturizer | Paraben Free
 
Vitamin C Cream - Mario Badescu
 
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Vitamin C Serum! It has improved my skin's texture and brightness, and I've noticed a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles. It's lightweight and absorbs quickly, leaving my skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. I use it every morning with SPF. 🍋🍊☀️
Powerful-Strength Vitamin C Serum - Kiehl's

Salicylic Acid

 
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I've been using Paula's Choice 2% BHA Exfoliant for a few months now and I'm absolutely in love with it! It's gentle enough to use every day, but still effective enough to make a difference in my skin. My skin is smoother, brighter, and more even-ton...
2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - skin perfecting - Paula's Choice
 
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This exfoliating peeling solution is a great way to get rid of dead skin cells and reveal brighter, smoother skin. The combination of AHA 30% and BHA 2% helps to gently exfoliate and reduce the appearance of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles. It's a gr...
AHA 30% + BHA 2% Exfoliating Peeling Solution
 
Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution Pore Clearing Serum
 
Salicylic Acid 2% Exfoliating Blemish Solution
 
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Glycolic Acids

 
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Pixi Glow Tonic 5% Glycolic Acid is an amazing product! It's gentle enough to use every day, yet powerful enough to make a difference in your skin. It helps to exfoliate, brighten, and even out skin tone. My skin feels softer and smoother after using...
Pixi Glow Tonic 250ml Exfoliating and Brightening Toner

Azelaic Acid

 
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I absolutely love this product! It's great for brightening and has been proven to be just as effective for controlling acne as benzoyl peroxide. It's also gentle on the skin and doesn't cause any irritation. I would definitely recommend this product ...
Azelaic Acid 10% Suspension Brightening Cream
 
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Treats dark spot and texture. Great product. Love it 🧡
Bouncy Brightfacial Brightening Mask with 10% Azelaic Acid + ...

Alpha Arbutin

 
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA

Peptides

 
Truly Becoming Multi-Benefit Peptide Serum - Keys Soulcare
 
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This DE moisturizer is amazing! It has a cream-gel texture that absorbs quickly, leaving my skin feeling silky smooth and radiant. After using it for almost three weeks, my skin looks plumper and more even-toned. I'm so glad I found this product - it...
Protini™ Polypeptide Firming Moisturizer
 
Truly Becoming Multi-Benefit Peptide Serum - Keys Soulcare

Retinol

This vitamin A derivative can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 
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It's a great product that really helps to keep my skin looking and feeling its best. The moisturizer is lightweight and absorbs quickly. 💙
Retinol24 + Peptide | Night Face Moisturizer | Fragrance Free
 
Youth Boosting Advanced Night Retinoid Serum
 
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The INKEY List Retinol Serum 30ml is an excellent product for those looking to improve their skin. I have been using it for 5 months and can say that my skin has looked healthier and brighter. The serum is light and absorbs quickly into the skin. 💯✅...
Retinol Serum 30ml | Reduce Wrinkles - The INKEY List
 
Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides and Peptide
 
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The best. My skin never looked so good earlier.
A313 Retinol
 
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Best inexpensive retinol serum for acne.
The Ordinary Retinol Serum 1% in Squalane 30ml
 
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Best retinol serum for sensitive skin with acne.
First Aid Beauty Skin Lab Retinol Serum 0.25% Pure ...
 
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Most splurge-worthy retinol serum for acne.
iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum Advance Plus 1oz
 
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Best retinol serum for acne scars.
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum with Ceramides and ...
 
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Best non-drying retinol serum for acne.
Biossance Squalane and Phyto-Retinol Serum 30ml
 
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Best retinol cream for acne.
Retinol Cream & Skincare | LOOKFANTASTIC UK
 
Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask 15ml
 
A-Passioni™ Retinol Cream
 
Paula's Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer
 
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3 Corrective Treatment for Mature ...
 
Retinol Cream & Skincare | LOOKFANTASTIC UK
 
Glytone Night Renewal Cream 1.7 fl. oz - LOOKFANTASTIC
 
Eye Cream & Eye Serums | LOOKFANTASTIC UK
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Dr Dennis Gross Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight ...
 
Drunk Elephant A-Gloei Maretinol Oil 30ml - Lookfantastic
 
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This serum is a good retinol product because it contains hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and squalene to improve skin hydration.
Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum 30ml - Lookfantastic
 
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This product also helps to reduce the risk of retinol irritation due to the fact that it is time-released retinol that releases the product gradually over hours.
Peter Thomas Roth Even Smoother Glycolic Retinol ...
 
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This nighttime treatment contains retinol, bakuchiol, Vitamin E, caffeine, and other ingredients that work together to speed up skin cell turnover and soothe skin.
Advanced Retinol Night Repair Treatment - Dr. Zenovia

STEP 4: EYE CREAM

The skin around the eyes is delicate and prone to fine lines and wrinkles.

 
Wrinkle Smoothing Eye Cream – Benefiance - Shiseido
 
Skincare - Estée Lauder - Beauty Bay
 
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It's incredibly hydrating and nourishing, leaving my under-eye area feeling soft and smooth. I've noticed a reduction in puffiness and dark circles, and my skin looks brighter and more youthful. Highly recommend! 💦💙🧊
Avocado Eye Cream – Hydrating Eye Cream - Kiehl's

STEP 4: HYDRATATION

Moisturizer: Moisturizer is essential for keeping your skin hydrated and protected throughout the day. Hyaluronic acid: This hydrating ingredient can help to plump and firm the skin. 
If you use both, apply the hyaluronic acid first and then the moisturizer.

 
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It's a lightweight, non-greasy formula that absorbs quickly and leaves my skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. It has a pleasant scent and doesn't leave my skin feeling oily or sticky. I love that it contains hyaluronic acid and peptides to help redu...
Hyaluronic + Peptide 24 | Hydrating Gel Cream | Fragrance Free
 
Regenerist | Micro-Sculpting Cream Moisturizer | Paraben Free
 
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Best for the dry skin!
Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+
 
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Best for sensitive skin!
Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturizer
 
Firming Vegan Collagen Prep Serum
 
Signature Moisturizer
 
Bowe Bundle
 
Major Fade Solution System
 
BARRIER CULTURE CLEANSER
 
Superkind Bio-Barrier Serum
 
CALM Rescue & Repair Intensive Moisturizer | Paula's Choice
 
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I absolutely love this product. It provides me with excellent hydration and completes my skincare routine.💦💙 🧖
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum
 
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This moisturizer is a luxurious treat for my skin. It's so smooth and hydrating, yet gentle enough for my oily and sensitive skin. I haven't had any breakouts since using it, which is a huge plus! 💜💟🤍
The Dewy Skin Cream Plumping & Hydrating Moisturizer
 
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My skin is hydrated and soft, not to mention the healthy shine this moisturizer gives. ✨💘
Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer
 
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I love Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane! It's incredibly hydrating and leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth. I use it every day and it's become a staple in my skincare routine. Highly recommend! 💦💙🧖🏻‍♀️
Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane | Face Cream - Kiehl's
 
Super Multi-Corrective Anti-Aging Cream for Face and Neck
 
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA - The Ordinary
 
Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Serum
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Luxurious and nourishing. Improved my skin's texture, reduced my fine lines and impressive results in weeks. Definitely worth the investment. The ultimate anti-aging cream.
The Rich Cream
 
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A cult-favorite and worldwide best-seller!!! It's thick, hydrating, soft, buttery and absorbs into your skin with no greasy after effect and super hydrating.
Absolue Revitalizing & Brightening Soft Cream - Lancôme | Ulta Beauty

STEP 5: SPF

If you're going to be spending time in the sun, look for a moisturizer with broad-spectrum SPF to protect your skin from UV damage.

 
Suntouchable! Whoa Glow SPF 30 & Face Primer
 
Youth Boosting Advanced Night Retinoid Serum
 
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 This is one of my favorite mineral sunscreens by far. Being a mineral sunscreen, it does leave a white cast (as all mineral sunscreens do!) but it applies easily under makeup and helps protect my face all day. It never irritates my skin and keeps it ...
CeraVe Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50, Hyaluronic Acid
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GlamElevated: Your best defense against UV damage is wearing sunscreen, but adding vitamin C serum to the mix can actually help boost its efficacy. Most derms recommend layering vitamin C with SPF 30 (minimum!), or you can use a formula that combines...
Daily Dose Vitamin C + SPF 40 Sunscreen Serum PA+++
 
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This is an ideal size to carry in your purse. I use this stick for touch ups or on days when I forget to put on sunscreen. It is perfect for a quick wipe on ears, neck, forehead, or nose.
Neutrogena Baby Mineral Sunscreen Stick
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One of the best sunscreens I’ve ever used. It doesn't leave a white cast and almost feels like it’s just another moisturizer. Best of all, it leaves a nice subtle glow when worn on its own, and also doesn't peel under makeup.
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun
 
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I love this sunscreen. It smells wonderful, spreads incredibly well, and could take the place of a moisturizer if you wanted it to. When I use other sunscreens, either they clog up my pores or make me look shiny and oily. This one absorbs into my ski...
COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50 PA+++

STEP 6: LIPS

 
Sugar Advanced Lip Balm Intense Hydration Treatment
 
Lip Mask with Acai and Vanilla - Mario Badescu
 
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The best product for hydration that gives a beautiful shine and color to the lips. 🍓♥️
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C
 
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My fav! 
Lip Mask with Acai and Vanilla - Mario Badescu
 
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The best product for hydration that gives a beautiful shine and color to the lips. 🍓♥️
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C
 
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Anybody looking for a natural and soft lip balm would love this product. It works wonders to keep my lips moisturized all day.
Rose Petal-Soft Deep Hydration Lip Balm
 
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My lips stay nourished all day thanks to this lip balm. The balm has a light mint aroma that cools the lips. It is light and non-greasy.
Lippe Balm
 
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The product feels opulent on the lips and is creamy and easy to apply. It has a light tropical aroma from the coconut oil that makes me long for vacation!
Lip Butter Balm
 
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What a lovely lip balm! My lips feel soft and silky after using this extremely hydrating product. The packaging is absolutely adorable and the honey aroma is delicate and delicious.
Silk Balm Honey Kiss Lip Balm
 
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Great lip balm!
NUXE Baume Levres Reve De Miel - Honey Lip Balm (15g)
 
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One of the best!
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Kiss Cupuaçu Lip Butter
 
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This lip oil is so powerful! My lips have a light, natural-looking sheen and a delicate, pleasant aroma thanks to the oil.
Charlotte's Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir
 
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I discovered a light, hydrating serum that works wonders to smooth and plump my lips.
Volumizing Peptide Lip Serum
 
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This lip balm has really changed my life. The balm has a light, pleasant aroma, and the packaging is really adorable.
Hangover Pillow Balm Ultra-Hydrating Lip Balm
 
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Especially useful in winter.
Kosasport Lip Fuel Hyaluronic Lip Balm
 
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A nourishing lip balm and a soft lip scrubber are included in this package to gently remove dead skin cells and leave your lips feeling soft and smooth.
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Sugar Advanced Lip Balm Intense Hydration Treatment

STEP 7: BODY

 
Skin Essentials Set | Buffing Bar, Comfort Cleanse, Speed Soak - Soft Services | Soft Services | the body skin experts ™
 
Slather Exfoliating Body Serum with Retinol and AHAs
 
Creme de Corps Body Lotion with Cocoa Butter

1x2x3 PER WEEK

Exfoliation.

 
GOOPGLOW Microderm Instant Glow Exfoliator | goop
 
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Great for exfoliation before makeup.🤍
Clean Cleansing & Gentle Exfoliating Wipes

TANING

 
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I’ve tried multiple self-tanners and so far for the price and quality, this is my favorite! I use a mitt and face brush to apply. I’m very pale and this gave me a nice natural tan without the obvious orange shading. I think the violet base to this do...
b.tan Dark Self Tanner Mousse - 1 Hour Express
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These are my favorite tanning drops! Just start out with a few drops in your moisturizer until you find the exact amount you need to get to the shade you like. I’ve got so many compliments on it.
Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops
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I really love these drops. They give me a good glow and are easy to use. I add them to my moisturizer and in a couple of hours I’m glowing. I’m very acne prone, but these did not make my acne worse.
L'Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze Self Tan Face Drops
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