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Skincare Essentials in Your 20s (what actually works)
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for those trying to build a routine or fix your skin without doing the most
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exfoliating
 
hydrating
 
sunscreens
 
cleansers
 
if you’re overwhelmed, start here
 
retinols and anti-aging

exfoliating

always remember to do this a few times a week :) helped my acne so much when I started doing that consistently 

 
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Another acne saver, I do this every other day and the mandelic acid on the off days
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Face Scrub
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This helped save my acne
Good Molecules Mandelic Acid Gentle Serum
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hydrating

cant be glowy without being hydrated

 
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I use this after my exfoliant!
barrier butter
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Another amazing moisturizer especially for winter
Cicaplast Balm B5+ | Soothing Therapeutic Balm for Dry Skin Irritations
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I use this morning and nightb
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 with Ceramides
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This squalene is so amazing because it is plant based!!
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane
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love this affordable moisturizer!
Moisturizing Cream
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cheap, viral, and actually works. helps with pores, oil, breakouts
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum
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this is your glow serum. helps fade dark spots + makes your skin look brighter and more awake (even if you’re not)
Murad Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector
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sunscreens

SPF is always priority number 1

 
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okay THIS is the one. makes your skin look glowy, even, and lowkey like you have your life together. also doesn’t break you out (rare)
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
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for sensitive skin girlies or if everything burns your face for no reason. super lightweight, no weird smell, just solid protection.
Anthelios Skincare | Broad Spectrum Sunscreen
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amazing and simple option!
Vibriance Sheer Zinc Sunscreen
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cleansers

AM & PM

 
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old reliable- this has been my go-to cleanser for years
Purifying Cleanser - Prebiotic Face Wash
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everyone needs a no-drama cleanser and this one is derm-approved + impossible to mess up
Hydrating Facial Cleanser: Skin Refresh
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clean girl skin without that tight dry feeling
Remedy for Rich Cream Cleansing
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if you’re overwhelmed, start here

all the key essentials for good skin in your 20s

 
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budget friendlier than Tula- this is for my girls who wear makeup or sunscreen and want that clean clean feeling but without wrecking their barrier.
Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
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coverage for sun and your skin
Bubble Tinted Sunscreen
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so hydrating
Cicaplast Balm B5+ | Soothing Therapeutic Balm for Dry ...
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la roche posay is my go to for non drying acne treatments!
Skincare Products for Acne & Oily Skin
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retinols and anti-aging

 
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future you is literally begging you to start this
CLINICAL 1% Retinol Serum Treatment For Anti-Aging
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start 2x a week or you WILL regret it
YTTP Retinal + Niacinamide Youth Serum - Youth To The People
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amazing for dry skin!
LilyAna Naturals Retinol Cream with Hyaluronic Acid
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