sensitive, acne-prone, and combo skin friendly skincare. im still figuring it out bc my skin is insanely sensitive but these are my tried & trues!
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sunscreen
makeup remover
serums
actives
creams
spot treatment
sunscreen
amazing for sensitive, acne-prone skin! doesn’t sting my eyes, doesn’t have the sunscreen smell. no white cast!
SEPHORA
makeup remover
if you like micellar water and wear waterproof mascara, you have to make sure you get this one. this one is specifically formulated to help remove waterproof makeup and it actually works! use a thin cotton pad, leave it on for 30 seconds, and watch y...
Micellar Cleansing Water for Waterproof Makeup - Garnier SkinActive
sensitive eye and skin approved. give this a try. it removed my makeup flawlessly — including super stubborn and waterproof mascara. makeup truly melts right off the eyes and skin. may feel some slip as that’s natural for an oil. should always follow...
Day Dissolve
this is the only cleansing balm that doesn’t make me break out. it takes off most eyeliners but not all my Asian mascaras. still, it cuts down my makeup removing process by half!
Take The Day Off™ Makeup Remover Cleansing Balm
hands-down best eye makeup remover for waterproof mascara and eyeliner. use the right cotton pad and a little will go a long way
best remover for super stubborn waterproof mascara. must have for the kiss me waterproof mascaras!
Heroine Make Speedy Mascara Remover Gentle
serums
truly an amazing serum!! totally get the hype now. i have acne-prone, sensitive skin with a weak skin barrier, and get contact dermatitis flare ups. this has been a game changer for me. it took me forever to find a serum that doesn’t make me break ou...
iUNIK - Beta-Glucan Power Moisture Serum Set
actives
ok tbh i was so scared when i first tried this bc i didn’t know if mandelic acid could make my skin purge. my skin is thin, sensitive, and i have hormonal acne prone skin. i only use this about 2 (3 MAX) times a week at night, and ive seen a differen...
Mandelic Clearing Serum | Exfoliating Serum for Acne Prone Skin
creams
perfect for sensitive, acne prone, normal to combination skin types. i used this oat gel cream even on irritated skin followed with Aquaphor. my skin stayed hydrated and felt so much relief overnight! calming, hydrating, and performs well under makeu...
Purito - Oat-in Calming Gel Cream - Ulta Beauty
my skin is sensitive and prone to allergic reactions. whenever im having those reactions, this is the only cream i will use. looking for cheaper alternatives, but this cream is genuinely a life saver.
Restorative Facial Cream 50ml
extremely hydrating and has helped so much with wrinkles from dehydrated skin. a little goes a long way! i have sensitive skin and sensitive eyes, but this hasn’t caused any negative reactions for me. highly recommend!
Lancer Clarifying Detox Mask, Green Clay, 10% Sulfur
helps so much with scarring and hyperpigmentation. also has helped prevent my big pimples from getting too crazy
Lion Pair Acne Cream Lightweight Japanese
face masks
an amazing mask for when my skin is reacting negatively to new skincare im trying. i also like to put a light layer on as a base for my makeup — especially during the winter
The Intensive Revitalizing Mask | Refreshing Cream Mask - La Mer
lip care
one of my go to lip masks for a fresh plump lip. slather on a layer of this at night before bed. make sure to wipe off with a wet cotton pad the next morning and watch how the dead skin comes right off.
Buttermask For Lips – Hydrating Lip Mask
tools
i have used these cotton pads for years and will never go back to the regular cotton pads. the thinnest, softest, yet most plush cotton pads ever. truly life-changing
Unicharm Silcot Uruuru Facial Cotton 40 Sheets
great face towels for great price in bulk! these last so long — especially if you’re only using for your face. i cut them into quarters because of how big each towel sheet is! they end up lasting me forever. very hygienic
i like this specific body wash from naturium. it’s hydrating and lathers beautifully! perfect all-year-round body wash. it’s not heavily scented, either.
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash - 16.9 fl oz
i love cyklar so much — they look and feel so luxurious. truly worth your money. smell good, look good, feel good.
CYKLAR Body Wash & Shower Gel - Sephora
ive been using this body oil for 3 months now and can confidently say that it continues to keep me hydrated after every shower. it has an interesting scent but it fades after some time. I like to concentrate it on my knees and elbows to keep them hyd...
Undaria Algae® Body Oil | Non-Greasy Moisturizing Oil