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Cleo’s Blueprint: Daily Essentials for Thick Hair & Neutral Olive Skin
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items This is my personal guide for managing naturally thick, long hair and maintaining a healthy glow on normal/balanced skin. As someone with a neutral olive undertone, I’ve curated these high-performance, affordable products that actually work for our s...
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The Crown 💇♀️ (Hair Care)
The Canvas ✨ (Face Care: Morning & Night)
The Crown 💇♀️ (Hair Care)
Our hair is our crown, but keeping it healthy shouldn't be complicated or expensive. These are my top picks for achieving a salon-finish look at home—reliable, high-performance products that deliver real results for your daily routine.
Since I have naturally thick hair, it can get very heavy and hard to manage. I use this treatment to keep my strands soft and smooth. Even after my past rebonds and curls, this helps maintain the quality of my hair so it doesn't look dry or 'buhaghag...
LUXE ORGANIX Keratin 10in1 Hair Elixir Leave-in Treatment 100ml
This is my daily essential. Having long and thick hair means it’s prone to tangles and frizz. I apply this to keep it looking polished and neat. It gives a nice shine that makes my black hair look even healthier.
VITRESS, Hair Repair Cuticle Coat 30ml
I focus on scalp health to support my long hair. Since my hair is thick, I need a shampoo that cleanses well but is gentle enough for daily use. This helps keep my hair strong from roots to ends, especially since I prefer keeping it long.
Strength +PLUS Shampoo - Human Nature
My secret for thick hair! Using a fine-tooth comb is a struggle, so I always use a wide-tooth one to avoid breakage. My tip: always comb from the bottom first to remove tangles easily without hurting your scalp.
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The Canvas ✨ (Face Care: Morning & Night)
Maintaining a healthy glow doesn't need to be expensive. Since I have normal skin, my routine is simple but effective—divided into a Morning Routine to protect and a Night Routine to recover.
The MVP of my cleansing routine. I use this both morning and night with my facial wash. In the morning, it helps wake up my skin, and at night, it’s essential for deep-cleaning all the day's grime and sunscreen. It’s cheap, hygienic, and makes a huge...
Wow Me Out Silicon Facial Cleansing Pad
☀️ MORNING STEP 1: CLEANSE] I start with a gentle wash to refresh my face. These are super affordable but leave my skin feeling clean and ready for the day.
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☀️ MORNING STEP 2: TONE] This preps my skin and adds a layer of hydration. It makes my neutral olive skin look bright, not dull.
Luxe Organix Whitening Repair Ultralight Glow Toner 150ml
☀️ MORNING STEP: 3 This is the 'secret sauce' of my morning routine. Even if you have normal skin, a serum is a must to keep it smooth and glowing. This one from Luxe Organix is a great high-performance serum for a very low price. It helps fade dark ...
Luxe Organix Miracle Solutions Acne Derm+ Serum VS Power Glow Vita C
☀️ MORNING STEP: 4 This is my favorite affordable moisturizer. Since I have normal skin, I don't like heavy creams. This gel is very lightweight, non-sticky, and gives me a healthy glow. It's also the perfect partner for my face massage because it ma...
LUXE ORGANIX 97% Aloe Vera Vitamin C Hydrabright Moisturizer 50g
☀️ MORNING STEP 5: This is my secret to a defined jawline. I use this right after my moisturizer to 'sculpt' my face and reduce puffiness. It's a very cheap tool, but it feels like an expensive facial massage. It helps the skin absorb products better...
HOTACE Jade Roller Gua Sha Set Rose Quartz
☀️ MORNING STEP: 6 The final and most important step of my morning blueprint. This is high-performance sun protection at a student-friendly price. It has zero white cast, so it looks natural on my olive skin tone. It’s lightweight and non-greasy, mak...
BELO, SunExpert Face Cover SPF40 50ml
🌙 NIGHT STEP 1: The first step of my night blueprint. Even if I don't wear makeup, I use this to remove the layers of sunscreen and pollution from the day. It’s super gentle, very affordable, and prevents clogged pores. A must-have for every student...
Micellar Water Pink 400ML Bundle for Sensitive Skin - Garnier
Step 2: The Deep Cleanse (Tool + Wash)
I use the Silicon Brush together with the cleanser to deep-clean my pores. This is the 'Double Cleanse' method.
Luxe Organix Whitening Repair Foam Cleanser 150g
Step 3: The Prep
I use the same toner as my morning routine to balance my skin after washing.
Luxe Organix Whitening Repair Ultralight Glow Toner 150ml
Step 4: The Treatment (Normal days)
On days when I'm not using Retinol, I use this serum. It focuses on repairing my skin barrier and keeping it hydrated. It’s my go-to for a simple, 'no-fuss' recovery night. It’s lightweight, high-performance, and ...
LUXE ORGANIX Clinical Pro Retinol Radiance Overnight Botox Lift Serum ...
Step 4.1: Luxe Organix Retinol + Bakuchiol Serum
This is my 'Power Treatment' used only 2-3x a week. As a student, I love that this Luxe Organix serum is beginner-friendly and gentle on my olive skin. It works to renew the skin and prevent breakouts...
Bakuchiol: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects - Skincare
The 'puyat' savers! I apply the Organic Skin Eye Cream to brighten my under-eyes—it's organic and super gentle.
Organic Skin Japan Age Defense Eye Gel 20ml Eye Cream Anti Eyebag Anti
Organic Skin Japan Eye Cream & Luxe Organix Acne Spot Treatment.
The 'Puyat' Duo! Yung eye cream pampagising ng mata after studying, at yung spot treatment naman for emergency pimples. Affordable and effective lifesavers!
Luxe Organix Miracle Solutions AHA/BHA Spot Corrector Light 10ml
My final cooling seal! It feels so refreshing and is the perfect partner for retinol to lock in deep hydration overnight.
Fresh Jeju Aloe Ice with Niacinamide
A 24/7 essential to keep my lips soft and prepped for makeup the next day. Simple, affordable, and a total must-have!
LUXE ORGANIX Soft Lips Lip Sleeping Mask 15g