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Skincare Nonnegotiables for Dry & Aging Skin.
16 items
By
Shelby Winston
Because dry, tired skin deserves better. These are my ride-or-die skincare picks for deep hydration, a healthy glow, and keeping fine lines in check.
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Sections
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Cleansing.
Toner.
Serums.
Moisturizer.
Face masks.
Skincare tools.
Cleansing.
A good skincare routine always starts with a clean base! These items will help keep your skin cleansed and healthy.
This has replaced all high end cleansing balms. Doesn’t leave behind any residue and removes all makeup! Including water proof.
Garnier Erase It All Makeup Cleansing Balm with Hyaluronic Acid ...
Tried and true! This doesn’t strip or irritate my skin but instead leaves me feeling clean and hydrated!
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin, Daily Face Wash ...
Love this for an even more affordable option to Cerave. Doesn’t strip my skin and cleanses well!
Aveeno Calm + Restore Gentle Nourishing Oat Face Cleanser, 7.8 fl. oz
I use this in the morning in place of a first cleanse. Doesn’t over do it for my skin and gives me a clean palette to start the day.
Garnier Micellar Water in Face Cleansers(42)
Toner.
Toner is a step many skip but I do think they are beneficial to have in your routine! These are perfect for dry skin.
This is the holy grail! Gets rid of texture and any little bumps.
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
This is a great toner for hydration! I use this and then seal it in with hyaluronic acid.
Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner
Serums.
Make sure we are giving our skin what it needs! These will help curate the best skincare routine.
My skin notices when I don’t have this in rotation. So hydrating and nourishing. This works better than hyaluronic acid in my opinion!
Amino Acids + B5 Water-Based Serum For Skin Hydration
This is one of my new favorite hyaluronic acid serums. I do feel like it pumps and hydrates my skin beautifully!
Quadruple Hyaluronic Acid Serum 5%
I use this in conjunction with tretinoin and this helps balance out my skin.
10% Niacinamide Serum Booster + Vitamin B5
Moisturizer.
One of the most important steps in your skincare routine is making sure your skin is hydrated.
Amazingly nourishing, especially for those with dry skin or barrier concerns. I even like to put this over my lips for extra hydration!
Bora Barrier Rich Repair Refillable Cream with 6-Butterlipid Complex
My dry, aging skin has been LOVING this! It’s light weight but super hydrating. Very comfortable to wear under makeup as well. No pilling whatsoever.
Extreme Cream Anti-Aging, Firming, & Lifting Refillable Moisturizer
The perfect daytime or nighttime moisturizer! Very nourishing and effective for dry skin. Will always repurchase this.
Triple Lipid-Peptide Face Cream - Barrier Repair Cream
Face masks.
These are my favorite skin treats! I love using these while I am in the bath or just out of the shower!
The BEST sheet masks I have ever used. These pack a bunch and you really feel the benefits! My skin has never felt better after a mask.
Korean Skincare Face Masks and Sheet Masks - Dr. Jart
Love these for a quick hydration fix!
Masks
Definitely a novelty but I love using this when I need a little extra glow!
Violet-C Radiance Mask - Vitamin C Brightening Mask
Skincare tools.
These are the skincare tools that I think are worth adding to your routine.
I love at home derma rolling. I do it once - twice a week and i definitely notice a difference!
Sdara Derma Roller for Face - Free Storage