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skincare routine 🧖🏻‍♀️

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my skin changes ALL the time 😭 oily, dry, or combination depending on the season, and i also have sensitive skin. these are the products i’ve tried, kept, and actually come back to 🧴🫧
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cleansers 🫧

the first step in my routine 🫧 these are the cleansers i put on my rotation, from everyday gentle ones to the ones i use when my skin needs a deeper clean.

 
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my go-to cleansing oil 🫧 melts away makeup + sunscreen without leaving my skin feeling stripped. super gentle for my sensitive, ever-changing skin 🌸
Pure Soybean Cleansing Oil - ma:nyo | Ulta Beauty
 
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such a gentle cleansing oil 🫧 melts off makeup + sunscreen without making my skin feel tight or dry. perfect for my sensitive skin 🌷
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml
 
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my everyday go-to when my skin is feeling extra oily 🫧 cleans really well without that tight, squeaky feeling after. simple but SO good ✨
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin with Hyaluronic Acid,Ceramides, and Niacinamide, Fragrance Free, Oil Control Face Wash, 8 fl oz
 
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one of my favorite gel cleansers 🌿 feels super fresh + leaves my skin clean without that tight, dry feeling ✨
Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser - Youth To The People
 
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my little hydration lifesaver 💧 super lightweight but gives my skin the moisture it needs when it gets dry FAST. gentle enough for my sensitive skin too 🌸
COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Gel Cleanser 5.07oz
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my go-to when my skin is breaking out 🫧 helps keep those stubborn breakouts under control without needing a million products. I use this when my skin needs a little extra help 💕
PanOxyl 10% Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Foaming Wash - 5.5oz

toners & essence 🌿

i love a good toner or essence 😭🌿 these are the ones i reach for when my skin needs a little extra hydration, soothing, or just needs to feel more balanced.

 
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my skin gets SO dry sometimes and this is the perfect little hydration boost 💧 super lightweight, calming, and doesn’t feel heavy or sticky on my skin 🌷
mixsoon Bean Essence AHA Exfoliating Serum 50ml
 
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such a good little skincare find 🫧 lightweight, gentle, and perfect for when my skin needs a little extra love. definitely one I keep reaching for 💗
Anua Rice 70 Glow Milky Toner, 8.45 fl.oz
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my skin drinks this UP 🐌💧 gives me that extra hydration without feeling heavy or sticky. especially love it when my skin is feeling dry + sensitive 🌸
COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Repairing Serum 3.38oz
 
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this gives my skin that juicy, bouncy look ✨ i love using a few layers when my skin is looking dull or tired — it leaves such a pretty healthy glow without feeling greasy 💕
numbuzin No.9 NAD+ Salmon PDRN Toner 5.07oz
 
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my daily toner so my skin doesn't act up 🤍 leaves it sooo soft + supple without making my oily areas feel greasy. such an easy everyday step in my routine ✨
DearKlairs Supple Prep Facial Toner 6.08oz
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my favorite when my skin needs to be calm + smooth 🌿 super watery, absorbs in seconds, and gives my skin that fresh, clean glow without feeling like I put anything heavy on it ✨
SKIN1004 Centella Toning Toner 400ml

hydrating 💧

my skin can get dry EASILY, like REAL EASY 😭💧 so having a good hydrating serum on hand is a MUST. finding ones that actually hydrate without irritating my sensitive skin though… not always easy 🫧

 
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ALWAYS NUMBER 1 ON MY LIST!! my skin gets thirsty FAST and this is such a good pick-me-up 💦 makes my skin look plumper + more juicy without feeling heavy. perfect under makeup too!!! ✨
Torriden DIVE IN Hyaluronic Acid Serum 50ml
 
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this is the one when I want that ✨ glazed ✨ skin look. gives my skin the prettiest soft, dewy finish and makes everything I put on after sit sooo nicely 💕
Glazing Milk Hydrating Ceramide Facial Essence - rhode
 
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when my skin is feeling extra thirsty 💧 this gives me that instant plump + juicy look without feeling sticky. literally like a tall glass of water for my skin 🩵
Real Hyaluronic Blue 100 Ampoule for 30-Layer Deep Hydration - WELLAGE
 
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my ✨beauty sleep✨ in a bottle 🌙 wakes me up with skin that looks smoother, fresher + more rested. a little pricey but this is one I keep coming back to!!
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum
 
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my skin’s little reset button 🌿 whenever it’s feeling irritated or overwhelmed, I reach for this. super simple, soothing, and makes my skin feel happy again 🤍
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Korean Skincare for Soothing and Healing Sensitive Skin - 55ml
 
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this feels like a little drink of water for my skin 🩵 especially love it when my skin is feeling dry + dull. leaves everything looking fresh, plump, and juicy without feeling heavy ✨
Aqua Marine Deep Serum - Dr. Althea | Ulta Beauty

brightening ✨

for when my skin is looking a little dull or uneven ✨ these are the products i reach for when i want my skin to look brighter, smoother, and more glowy 🍋

 
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my go-to for those leftover acne marks ✨ i love how it slowly helps even out my skin tone while keeping my skin looking glowy + fresh 💛
AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
 
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CAN NEVER GO WRONG!! my little brightening step 🍋‍🟩 helps with dullness + leftover dark spots and gives my skin such a pretty glow. usually a staple in my routine every night ✨
numbuzin No.5 Vitamin Concentrated Serum
 
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i keep reaching for this when my skin is looking a little blah 🫧 it makes such a difference in how soft + glowy my skin looks after. definitely one i love having my hands on 💗
Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum, 1.01 fl.oz
 
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AFFORDABLEEEE and one of those products that makes sense to keep around 🍋 I’ve been loving it for my leftover acne marks + uneven tone, and it gives my skin such a nice little glow too ✨
Abib Glutathiosome Dark Spot Serum 1.69oz
 
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one of my old faithfuls 💕 always comes through when my skin is looking tired + uneven ✨
JUMISO All Day Vitamin Brightening Serum
 
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been loving this for that post-acne discoloration 👀🍋 it takes a little consistency, but my skin looks noticeably brighter + more even when I keep up with it. and for the price?? so good.
Arencia Vitamin C Booster Serum 30ml

🧬 peptides & anti-aging

i’m all about prevention over here 🧬🤍 these are the peptide + firming products i’ve been trying when i want to keep my skin looking healthy, plump, and hydrated.

 
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would die for this 💙 makes my skin look brighter + helps calm down redness. i also notice my fine lines around my eyes look softer when I use it consistently ✨
DearKlairs EGF Serum Blue Youth Drop 0.67oz
 
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this is my pick when my skin needs a little ✨firming✨ 🫶🏻 makes my skin look smoother + more plump, and i love how it gives that fresh, healthy glow without feeling like a heavy cream.
numbuzin No.9 NAD+ Peptide Lifting Serum
 
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my little ✨skin prep✨ secret 🫧 makes my skin look smoother + bouncier, and everything i layer after goes on sooo nicely. love this for that extra firm, fresh look 🩷
COSRX 6X Peptide Collagen Skin Booster Toner
 
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i’ve been really liking this for that bouncy, firmer skin look 🩵 makes my skin feel sooo smooth + plump, and with consistent use i’ve noticed my fine lines look a little softer too.
Dr.Reju-All Advanced PDRN Copper Peptide Serum
 
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this is my pick when my skin needs a little healing 🩷 helps calm + comfort my skin while making it look plumper and healthier. such a good one when my skin is feeling stressed ✨
VT COSMETICS PDRN 100 Essence Glow Serum
 
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my go-to when my skin needs a little ✨reset + repair✨ 🩷 helps calm things down while making my skin look smoother, firmer + healthier. love that it works on my barrier + fine lines at the same time.
Dual Effect Ampoule c-PDRN® 0.5% Rejuvenating Serum for Visible Firmness & Barrier Support - Rejuran

🧴 moisturizers

my skin can never decide what it wants 😭🧴 these are the moisturizers i rotate through depending on the season and whether my skin is feeling oily, dry, or somewhere in between!!

 
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if your skin needs a little hug, this is IT 🥹🩷 works like a miracle when my skin is extra dry + thirsty. super moisturizing without feeling heavy or greasy!
PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Moisturizing Cream - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
 
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MUST HAVE in my routine 😭🩷 i can skip so many other products, but i NEED to have this one around. use it every day + before makeup — it makes my skin feel sooo smooth and helps my makeup sit perfectly ✨
Torriden DIVE IN Hyaluronic Acid Cream 100ml
 
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my skin’s little emergency blanket 🥹🤍 i reach for this whenever my barrier is feeling stressed or irritated. super comforting + nourishing without leaving my skin feeling suffocated.
345 Relief Cream - Dr. Althea | Ulta Beauty
 
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works for pretty much every skin type 🤍 gives my skin DEEP hydration but feels sooo light at the same time. perfect when i want my skin moisturized without feeling like i have a whole layer sitting on it ✨
PURITO Panthenol 10% Barrier Cream 3.38oz
 
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SO GOOOOD 😭🩷 one of those products i keep reaching for because my skin just LOVES it. leaves everything looking fresh, smooth + healthy without trying too hard ✨
Dr.G R.E.D. Blemish Clear Soothing Cream
 
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my barrier’s comfort blanket 🥹🤍 this is SO good when my skin is dry, irritated, or just acting up. rich enough to really moisturize + repair without leaving me feeling greasy.
ATOBARRIER365 Cream Moisturizer with Ceramides & Niacinamide for Skin Moisture Barrier Repair - AESTURA

🩹 sensitive & barrier care

for the days when my skin says absolutely not 😭🩹 these are my gentle, soothing favorites for when my skin needs some extra love and barrier support.

 
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such a good skin reset 🥹🍯 gives my skin that deep hydration + healthy glow without feeling heavy. i especially reach for this when my skin is stressed and needs a little extra soothing 🤍
CNP Honey Glow Serum Propolis Ampule 1.18oz
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always in my routine for my sensitive skin 🌿🥹 i reach for this whenever my skin feels irritated, red, or just overwhelmed. 🤍
SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule Korean Serum 3.38oz
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one of my favorite barrier support 🥹🌿 i reach for this when my skin feels dry, irritated, or just needs some extra TLC. makes my skin feel sooo nourished + comfortable without being too much 🤍
SKIN1004 Probio Cica Intensive Ampoule 95ml
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this is my deep repair serum 🥹🌿 perfect when my skin is dry, stressed, or needs help bouncing back. super nourishing + comforting without that heavy, suffocating feeling 🤍
Anua Rice Ceramide 7 Hydrating Serum 1.69oz
 
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my go-to for redness + acne marks 🥹💚 helps fade those leftover scars while keeping new breakouts under control. sooo good for acne-prone skin and super gentle even when my skin is acting up ✨
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Serum
 
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my go-to when my skin is breaking out but still needs hydration 🥹💚 helps keep excess oil + clogged pores under control while calming everything down. super light and sooo good for acne-prone skin ✨
numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Soothing Serum
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🧖🏻‍♀️ masks

i love a good mask when my skin needs a little extra love 🥹🫧 especially when it’s feeling dry, tired, or just not cooperating :(

 
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my FAVORITE overnight mask 😭🩷 wake up with the softest, bounciest + glowy skin. it gets super juicy overnight and makes my skin look sooo fresh the next morning ✨
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Deep Hydrogel Mask 4pc
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my skin LOVES this 😭🤍 my skin feeling super soft + nourished, and it gives me that fresh, rested afterwards. such an easy last step when my skin needs a little extra TLC ✨
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Mask 5ea
 
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this is my little skin rescue 🥹🩷 makes my skin feel sooo soft + nourished, and i love how fresh + healthy it looks afterwards. perfect when my skin needs a little extra love ✨
medicube Jelly Gel Mask Salmon DNA PDRN 4EA
 
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my skin is OBSESSED with these 😭💦 perfect when i need a quick hydration boost — leaves my skin sooo juicy + refreshed without feeling heavy. especially good when my sensitive skin is feeling dry or stressed 🤍
Torriden DIVE IN Hyaluronic Acid Mask 10s
 
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such a good little skin pick-me-up 🥹🩷 i love how it makes my skin look brighter + more refreshed without feeling like too much. perfect when my skin is looking dull or tired ✨
numbuzin No.9 NAD+ BIO Lifting Mask 4pcs
 
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my little glow booster ✨🩷 makes my skin look so much brighter + more even, especially when i’m dealing with leftover marks or dullness. love how fresh my skin looks after using it consistently!
mixsoon Bean Collagen Hydrogel Mask 5ea
 
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my little breakout lifesaver 😭🩷 i put one on overnight and it helps protect the pimple + keeps me from picking at it. i swear they look so much less angry by the morning ✨
COSRX Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask
 
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my go-to when my pores are feeling extra clogged 🫧 washes away all that oil + buildup without leaving my skin feeling tight. my skin just feels really clean + fresh after, but not stripped 🤍
SKIN1004 Poremizing Clay Stick Mask 0.95oz
 
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this is SO good for getting my skin back on track 🥹🤍 makes my skin feel calmer + more balanced, and i love how fresh + healthy it looks after. such an easy everyday step ✨
beplain Mung Bean Pore Clay Mask 4.05 fl oz

🪷 toner pads

for when i’m too lazy to use a mask 😭🫧 these are so easy to grab when my skin needs a little extra hydration, soothing, or quick refresh without a whole routine 💗

 
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my little brightening boost 🍊✨ i love this for leftover acne marks + dull skin — slowly helps even everything out without being harsh on my skin. such a good everyday vitamin c!
MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Blemish Care Toner Pad
 
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my go-to when my skin needs a quick hydration boost 💦🩵 these are sooo juicy + soothing, and i love leaving them on for a few minutes when my skin feels dry or overheated. instant fresh + plump skin ✨
Torriden DIVE IN Multi Pad (80) | Serum Infused Facial Pads
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i love using these when my skin feels irritated or overheated 🌿 — so soothing + refreshing, and they leave my skin feeling calm, hydrated, and clean without being harsh 🤍
SKIN1004 Centella Quick Calming Pad, 70 Pads
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these are SO good when my skin needs that extra ✨bounce✨ 🩷 the pads are soaked in a rich ampoule that leaves my skin feeling super nourished + looking plumper and smoother. such a good little firming step!
MEDIHEAL Collagen Toner Pads 100ct Ceramide
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one of my favorite toner pads for leftover acne marks 🍋💛 i love that it has a smooth side + a textured side, so i can gently swipe away dead skin while also giving my skin a brightening boost. makes my skin look sooo much more even + fresh ✨
numbuzin No.5 Vitamin Niacinamide Toner Pads, 70
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my “skin is in trouble” toner pads 🌿🫧 i reach for these whenever i’m breaking out, irritated, or my skin is just NOT cooperating. so calming + refreshing and such a good little rescue step 🤍
MEDIHEAL Teatree Trouble Care Toner Pads 100ct
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👁️ eyes

because apparently my under-eyes need their own routine too 😭👁️

 
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my little tired-eye rescue 🥹🩷 i love using this in the morning — the cooling applicator feels sooo good, and the caffeine + PDRN make my under-eyes look fresher, brighter + more awake. ✨
PDRN Caffeine Rejuvenating Eye Cream - ANUA | Ulta Beauty
 
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love using this at night 🩷 it’s vegan + helps improve the look of wrinkles while brightening up my under-eyes. such a nice little overnight step when i want my eye area to look smoother + more refreshed ✨
Vegan Collagen Eye Serum - AXIS-Y | Ulta Beauty
 
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i love these when my eyes are looking tired + dull — they help brighten the area while making my under-eyes look smoother + firmer!!
MEDIHEAL Vitamin & Collagen Eye Patches 60ct

☀️ sunscreen

i will never skip this step ☀️🧴 these are the SPFs i actually enjoy wearing, especially ones that sit nicely under makeup and don’t leave me feeling greasy!!

 
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MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE sunscreen ☀️🩵 my everyday go-to — feels more like skincare than sunscreen and leaves my skin looking fresh + glowy without feeling heavy. literally wear this every single day ✨
SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50
 
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my sunscreen when i want something simple + comfortable. leaves my skin looking fresh and smooth, and i never get tired of wearing this one ✨
AXIS-Y No-Stress Physical Sunscreen SPF 50
 
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my other absolute favorite sunscreen ☀️🤍 feels sooo much more like a moisturizer than sunscreen, and leaves my skin soft + fresh without feeling greasy. the glow it gives is EVERYTHING ✨
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Serum SPF 50