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Glow-Up Skincare Essentials ✨
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items These are the products actually sitting in my bathroom right now — not just things I think look good. Between working on a cruise ship and dealing with sun, salt air, and constant travel, my skin has been through it, and these are what’s kept it in c...
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Cleansing
Toner
Serums
Moisturizing cream
Sunscreen
Facemasks
Cleansing
This is where my routine starts every single day. I’ve tried a lot of cleansers that either strip my skin or don’t do enough — these are the ones that actually got it right.
This is my go-to when my skin is feeling sensitive or reactive. I’ve been using it for 3 month and it never leaves that tight feeling after washing. If you have sensitive skin, this one actually works.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Cleanser
I got into double cleansing because of this duo and haven’t looked back. The oil cleanser melts off sunscreen and makeup with zero residue, and the water cleanser leaves skin actually clean, not stripped.
Beauty of Joseon Deep Double Cleansing Duo
This is the one I recommend to anyone asking where to start. No frills, no drama — my skin still feels hydrated after washing.
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid
Toner
I used to skip this step until I found the ones below. Now it’s non-negotiable — my skin just feels more prepped and balanced for everything that comes after.
This one’s been a staple in my routine for a while now. I love using it right after cleansing — it soothes my skin instantly and preps it for the rest of my routine. Leaves my face feeling soft, never stripped.
THAYERS Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner
Whenever my skin feels irritated or just needs a reset, this is what I reach for. It calms redness fast and leaves my skin soft without any sticky residue after.
MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Blemish Care Toner Pad
The texture on this one surprised me — feels like water but leaves skin visibly more hydrated. I layer it on with my hands whenever my skin looks a little dull.
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 6.76 Fl Oz
Serums
This is where I get specific about what my skin needs that week — hydration, glow, oil control. These are the ones I keep repurchasing because they actually deliver.
This is one of those serums where I actually notice the difference the next day. I reach for it when my skin needs extra hydration, especially after being in the sun or on the ship.
La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Serum
If you want that ‘glow’ without it feeling heavy, this is it. I use it in the mornings before sunscreen and my skin looks brighter almost instantly.
Beauty of Joseon - Glow Serum
This was one of my first ‘real’ serums and I still repurchase it. Helps control oil without drying me out, and the price is unbeatable for what it does.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum
Moisturizing cream
No matter how good the rest of my routine is, it falls apart without the right moisturizer. These are the ones that keep my skin soft without feeling heavy.
I keep this in rotation for days when my skin feels dehydrated but I don’t want anything heavy. Feels like a shot of water.
Clinique Moisture Surge™ 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator
The big tub of this never runs out in my bathroom. I use it on face and body, and it’s one of the few that actually keeps hydrating all day.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Face & Body
Okay besties, if your skin is craving deep hydration but you hate that heavy, greasy feeling under your makeup, let me put you onto holy grail status: Tatcha The Water Cream. 💧✨
The texture is the coolest thing ever—it starts out as a rich cream an...
The Water Cream Oil-Free Pore Minimizing Moisturizer - Tatcha
Sunscreen
Non-negotiable for me, especially working on a ship where I’m in the sun constantly. These are the only two I trust to actually protect without ruining the rest of my makeup or skincare.
My favorite sunscreen, period. No white cast, no greasy feel, and I wear it every single day (even working on the ship).
Beauty of Joseon - Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics
When my skin is being extra sensitive, I switch to this one. Lightweight, no stinging, real protection.
NIVEA Sun UV Face Sensitive SPF 50 Cream
if you're looking for a sunscreen that literally feels like nothing on your skin, let me put you onto the Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen. 🧴✨
Game changer doesn't even cover it! It’s completely clear, 100% invisible, and has this velvety, oil-free gel ...
The Unseen Sunscreen Collection
Facemasks
My extra step for when my skin needs more than the daily routine — before an event, after a long day, or when it just needs to reset.
This is my ‘reset’ mask when my skin feels tired or dehydrated. I leave it on while doing something else and my skin comes out noticeably softer.
ANOTHER FACE - Peptathenol Aqua Balance Gel Mask Set
This is my go-to treat before a big event or whenever my skin looks tired. One use and it’s noticeably plumper, softer, and hydrated — it’s worth the hype.
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Hydrating Mask