This is where my skin starts to feel and look GOOD hydrated, balanced, and prepped for everything after!
Bubble Skincare Cosmic Silk is honestly one of the closest dupes to Rhode Glazing Milk—it has that same milky, glowy, “glass skin” feel but way more affordable. It’s super hydrating, gives that soft dewy finish, and works perfectly as a base before m...
Cosmic Silk - Bubble Skincare
Step 3: Serum
My targeted step- this is where I focus on things like acne, texture, and glow. The real difference makers!
The Ordinary niacinamide serum—it’s one of my most affordable, effective staples that always works. I like pairing it with salicylic acid for breakouts or hyaluronic acid for extra hydration when my skin needs it!
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin
The Ordinary hyaluronic acid—it’s my go-to for hydration and keeping my skin plump and smooth. I always use it when my skin feels dry or tight, and it pairs perfectly with niacinamide to keep everything balanced and glowing!
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum with ...
The Ordinary salicylic acid—it’s my go-to treatment for breakouts and clogged pores. I use it when my skin needs a reset, and it really helps clear things up and keep my skin smooth and balanced.
The Ordinary - Salicylic Acid 2% Solution, Exfoliating Serum for Acne
Honorable mentions ⭐️
Little extras I swear by and can’t gatekeep—pimple patches for emergencies, face masks for reset days, and eye cream when I wanna feel put together!!
Hero Cosmetics - definitely more on the higher end side, but honestly so worth it. Their products actually work without being super harsh, especially if you deal with breakouts. And I swear by their large area patches for the face - they save me ever...
Hero Cosmetics | Empowering Acne Prone Skin
Rhode eye patches - honestly my holy grail. They’re on the pricier, more luxury side of my favorites, but they feel so worth it. These are my go-to when I want to look more awake, de-puffed, and just put together fast!!