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Skincare for Graceful Aging
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items I may be getting older, but that doesn't mean my skin needs to suffer. These are staples in my routine to help my skin stay healthy!
Sections
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MORNING ROUTINE
NIGHT ROUTINE
LIPS
MORNING ROUTINE
Products I use in my AM routine.
Gentle exfoliant I used twice daily that helps keep my acne under control. I use in the AM and PM.
PAULA'S CHOICE Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner for Clear Skin
A great, affordable eyelash serum WITHOUT prostaglandin analogs. It hasn't made my eyelashes grow longer, but it definitely has strengthened them and I've had less fall out since using this. I use in the AM and PM.
THE ORDINARY Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum for Thicker, Fuller Looking Lashes & Brows
A little pricy, but highly effective lash serum. Great because it's prostaglandin-free!
SWEED The Brow Serum
Best dupe for SK-II Facial Treatment Essence. The Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, a fermented ingredient similar to SK-II's “Pitera,” is designed to hydrate, brighten, and improve skin texture at a fraction of the cost. I use in the AM and PM.
COSRX Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Toner
I use this in conjunction with Matrixyl and it has definitely improved the look of the wrinkles on my forehead. No wonder they call this duo “botox in a bottle.” I use in the AM and PM.
THE ORDINARY Argireline Solution 10% for Reducing Fine Lines
I use this, combined with Argireline, to target the lines on my forehead. I use in the AM and PM.
THE ORDINARY Matrixyl 10% + Hyaluronic Acid for Fine Lines and Wrinkles
The best dupe of SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic serum. Helps increase the efficacy of my sunscreen, as well as help fade my hyperpigmentation.
TIMELESS SKIN CARE Vitamin C and E Ferulic Acid Serum
My current serum to target hyperpigmentation. I use in the AM and PM.
COSRX The Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care Serum
An oldie, but a goodie. I love the hydration this gives to my skin!
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
An eye cream that targets aging around the eyes with the use of retinol. I use in the AM and PM.
SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Eye Cream
A lightweight moisturizer that leaves my skin balanced, refreshed, and hydrated.
ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Lotion
A bit on the thicker side, but a wonderful balm for helping hydrate and nourish my skin.
LA ROCHE-POSAY Cicaplast Balm B5
A lightweight sunscreen that layers well and helps give my makes up a subtle glow.
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing UV SPF 45
NIGHT ROUTINE
Products I use in my PM routine.
A great cleansing balm that is effective at removing my makeup without making my skin feel stripped and dry.
BANILA CO Clean it Zero Original Cleansing Balm
Best cleanser I have found that works with my acne-prone skin.
CERAVE Acne Control Cleanser 2% Salicylic Acid
A good, multi-peptide serum to target various skin concerns.
COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
Currently testing to see if the NAD+ and blend of peptides help improve the appearance of elasticity in my skin.
NUMBUZIN No.9 NAD+ Peptide Lifting Serum
Not a necessary step in a skincare routine, but I love the feel of a milky toner for hydration.
LANEIGE Cream Skin Milky Toner
A new toner I am trying out to see if it helps with sebum control.
BEAUTY OF JOSEON Glow Replenishing Rice Milk Lightweight Hydration Toner
I currently use tretinoin, but I heard this is a pregnancy-safe option to treat some of the same skincare concerns.
ANUA Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Soothing Serum
I use this because targeting fine line and wrinkles is a top priority of mine.
THE ORDINARY "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%
Could just be the placebo effect, but I swear this make my pores appear smaller.
SUNGBOON EDITOR Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule+
Using to help fade my dark spots. I use a serum in the AM and this cream in the PM.
TOSOWOONG Arbutin 7% + Tranexamic Acid 4% Cream
An eye cream that targets aging around the eyes with the use of retinol. I use in the AM and PM.
SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Triple Action Retinol Eye Cream
I LOVE the smell and feel of this. I do feel like my skin is a bit more plump in the morning, but I honestly just use this for the luxury user experience.
LANEIGE Bouncy + Firm Radiance Boosting Sleeping Mask with Peony Collagen Complex
A creamy, nighttime moisturizer that helps lock in all of my skincare.
CETAPHIL Healthy Renew Purified Peptides Night Cream
Not painful at all and I can really tell a difference in how my skincare interacts with my skin after using.
VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 100
LIPS
Products I use for soft, hydrated lips.
My favorite daytime wear. Strawberry Sorbet not only adds a nice touch of color, but also nourishes/treats the lips!
OLEHENRIKSEN Pout Preserve Hydrating Peptide Lip Treatment
Love this balm for adding some subtle color to my lips. Vanilla Beige and Brown Sugar are both very flattering tints. Vanilla is also a good option for just hydration without the color.
SUMMER FRIDAYS Lip Butter Balm Treatment for Hydration + Nourishing Shine
I save this one for special occasions. It's more cushy and pigmented than my other lip balms, but it applies beautifully. The Butter Mochi is a good option for daytime wear.
EADEM Le Chouchou Exfoliating + Softening Peptide Lip Balm
I put this on right before bed every night and I always wake up with smooth, plump lips! Vanilla is the best flavor!
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask – Intense Hydration Lip Treatment with Vitamin C