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Glow on a Budget -My Skincare Faves
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items Affordable Skincare Staples I Swear By ✨ These AM/PM must-haves keep my routine simple, effective, and budget-friendly—proving you don’t have to spend a fortune for glowing skin.
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Daily Skin Care: Glow Essentials
Daily Skin Care: Glow Essentials
My go-to skincare that actually works for my combo, acne-scarred skin .After searching everywhere, I finally found products that play nicely with my skin—leaving it glowing, bright, fresh, and hydrated .
✨This has really improved my dark spots and acne scars! Stick with it morning and night, and your skin starts to look brighter, more even, and seriously glowing. Consistency really pays off!
Discoloration Correcting Serum
✨My skin has never felt so plump and hydrated. Used daily, it really smooths fine lines, and I love how lightweight it feels—perfect for everyday wear.
Hyaluronic Acid Serum
✨I absolutely love this! My skin looks so much brighter and less dull when I use it. I pair it with the Discoloration Serum and Hyaluronic Acid Serum, and together they’ve given me a noticeably more youthful, glowing complexion.
Daily Brightening Serum
✨Need a skin barrier reset? This is it! Hydrates like a dream, soothes irritation, and I even mix it into my foundation for that perfect dewy glow. First step in my routine or a glow booster—total must-have!
BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner
✨Looking for a lightweight SPF that actually works? This is my go-to! Breathable, no white cast, and the green tint is perfect for calming redness. Love how it feels light but keeps my skin protected all day.
Super Light SPF 30 Force Shield Sunscreen by HERO
✨Hands down one of the best moisturizers I’ve tried! Rich, ultra-hydrating, and perfect for dry-to-combo skin—it nourishes and repairs without irritating. Fragrance-free, super soothing, and makes my skin feel amazing. Definitely a must-add to your d...
Instant Angel Moisturizer | Lipid-Rich, Nourishing Face Cream
✨Another hydrating must-have! This seriously repairs rough, damaged skin, leaving it soft, radiant, and refreshed. Bonus: it helps fade dark spots. I usually layer it after cleansing and toning, but even on its own with moisturizer, my skin stays hyd...
Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
✨OMG, this is THE dupe for Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Niacinamide Serum! Lightweight, non-greasy, and gives that fresh ‘just-showered’ glow. I even mix it with my liquid foundation for a pearlescent dewy finish—highly recommend!
Holy Hydration Thurst Burst Drops-ELF
Say goodbye to tight, dry skin! This one’s a total queen-approved lifesaver. Gently removes makeup and oil while protecting your moisture barrier-love for every skin type.
Glycerin Cleanser For The Face & Body - Gleanser - Prequel
Youth to the People keeps my skin looking and feeling clean without stripping it. Removes makeup, prevents buildup, and balances pH—ideal for anyone with oily or combo skin!
Youth To The People-Kale + Spinach Superfood Face Cleanser
✨ Okay, yes—it’s a bit pricier, but for good reason! This concentrated formula boosts natural collagen, keeps my skin firm and bouncy, and smooths fine lines with consistent use. Feels like a refreshing drink of water for my skin every time. Perfect ...
Youth To The People-Triple Peptide + Cactus Oasis Serum
Experienced with retinol? This one’s for you! Tackles texture, fine lines, and uneven tone like a dream. Lightweight, oil-like, and ideal for your evening routine—The Ordinary nails it!
Anti-Aging Moderate Strength Retinol 0.5% in Squalane Serum
This cleansing balm is next-level! Melts away makeup, oil, and impurities without feeling heavy. Fragrance-free, gel-like, and way gentler than makeup wipes—always follow with a cleanser for the perfect clean.
Fermented Camellia Creamy Cleansing Oil
This overnight collagen mask is amazing! It helps firm my skin and boost elasticity while I sleep. I apply a thin layer after a toner, let it dry for about 15 minutes, head to bed and peel it off in the morning. My skin feels refreshed, smooth, and s...
medicube Collagen Overnight Wrapping Peel Off Facial Mask Pack - ...
I’ve got uneven skin tone, and this exfoliant has been gentle enough for me to use every other day without irritation. It’s an enzyme powder that turns into a creamy paste with water, and I’ve noticed it helps smooth my skin, reduce blemishes, and ev...
Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator- Smooths & Brightens Skin
Sensitive, dry, or eczema-prone skin? This cream has me covered! Fragrance-free, non-greasy, and perfect for overnight moisture ‘slugging’—my skin loves it.
Vanicream™ Moisturizing Cream for Dry, Sensitive Skin
Crepey neck + chest? Gone. 🙌 This cream actually firms, smooths, and tightens—my skin legit looks more youthful. Totally impressed!
Dermactin Crepe Skin - Skin Firming Cream
So refreshing and just the right amount of hydration! 💦 I didn’t expect to love this, but it really surprised me. It sets my makeup perfectly and keeps it looking fresh all day—like a little pick-me-up for my skin.
Evian® Brumisateur® Facial Spray
Girl, if you’re dealing with textured skin or those annoying hormonal acne scars, you need this exfoliator. It’s been fading my dark spots, smoothing dry patches, and even brightening old scars. I just use it at night (skip if my skin feels sensitive...
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
Bestie, you need this SPF! Just spray, go, and reapply—it keeps your skin protected all day and doesn’t mess up your makeup. Total game-changer for on-the-go touch-ups!
JM Solution Glow Luminous Flower Sun Screen Spray SPF50+PA+
Absolute lifesavers! I pop these on at night and by morning my blemishes are way less inflamed and noticeable—works like a charm every single time.
Mighty Patch- Original Pimple Patch | 36 Count
Not gonna lie… I was shocked this scar tape actually works 😍 Smoothed out my fine lines overnight and didn’t break the bank.
Muzooy 2 Rolls Silicone Scar Sheets
My go-to natural + budget-friendly night routine 💕 Castor oil for hydration, Vanicream to lock it in, and hello, morning glow!
Organic Castor Oil
Gentle, effortless, and oh-so-convenient! I use Julep Makeup Removing Towelettes to wipe away makeup before my cleanser—they remove everything without drying my skin. Perfect for nighttime or before a quick shower!
Julep Beauty Makeup Removing Towelettes
Say goodbye to dry skin!Terra Lotus is my go-to for rich, nourishing moisture. I use it at night, sometimes in the morning, and even on my body when I need a hydration boost. Love it
Grass Fed Tallow Face Cream
If you’ve been debating The Ordinary Multi Peptide serum, get it. It’s like a multivitamin for your skin—hydration, fine lines, texture, glow, all in one. Super lightweight, sinks in fast, and works under makeup. After using it consistently, my skin ...
Multi-Peptide + HA Serum
Dewy, affordable, and reliable SPF—this sunscreen does it all without feeling heavy or sticky. Joseon Day Dew FTW🙌🏼
Day Dew Sunscreen Lightweight SPF 50
Feeling boujee on a budget! Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner is gentle, hydrating, and totally worth it—proof that Korean skincare is truly top of the line.
Pyunkang Yul [PKY] Facial Essence Toner
Soft, plump, and noticeably smoother—this Bakuchiol retinol has made such a difference! I started using it in June, and my skin really looks more hydrated and plump. I just ran out and need to grab a new bottle. With daily use, it lasted me about 3 m...
Beauty Beyond Skin Deep | Bakuchiol: A Natural Day Retinol 2 oz.