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Simple & Effective Skincare
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items I am very picky with skincare. I try to use simple, some cheap, some higher end skincare items that work for me; I have normal to oily skin with hormonal acne, but when overly stripped or overly clogged it results in crazy oil production or acne. Thi...
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Face Wash
Serums
Retinols
Moisturizers
Acne Products
Other
Face Wash
This is cost efficient, decent ingredients, doesn't strip my face but still cleans really well.
CeraVe Foaming Face Wash with Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide for Oily Skin - 12 fl oz
We love her. It's higher end but this brand is amazing and worth the $$. This bottle also lasted me forever.
La Roche Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Face Wash for Oily Skin
I use this when going through acne. It does strip my skin a little bit so I would definitely moisturize after using. But it works. Also, side note: if you're detoxing your armpits, this is PERFECT.
CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser
Serums
This is my newest favorite that I am currently on and I am floored. Dark spots, acne scars, etc. The formula works quickly, and I am at peace with the ingredients. Also not to mention it's cheaper and makes my face feel soft!!
Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Face Serum - 1 fl oz
She is perfect! I wish this was in my budget all the time because I had never gotten so many compliments about how nice my skin was when I was using this. I noticed a complete difference in the texture, lines, and scars from acne on my face. My skin ...
La Roche Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Corrector Serum with Niacinamide
I am screaming from the rooftops with this one--it's perfect for hormonal acne or any acne at all. This brand is SO AFFORDABLE AND EFFECTIVE. I absolutely love The Ordinary.
The Ordinary 1.0 oz Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum for Oily Skin
So this is the best toner I've ever used. It's cost efficient and works. I use this before applying the other steps of my skincare. Fun fact: this also helps in the appearance of KP on your arms :-)
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating and Brightening Daily Toner
I recently started using this and I am impressed. I have noticed a more youthful look (I am only 28 lol but STILL) in my appearance. So it definitely works for sure. This one is a little more $$ than most of the other products in this line, but I jus...
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Hyaluronic Acid Serum for Firmness and Elasticity
This one is good for when I'm going through an era of acne. Its blurring, thin and helps out a lot. I would only use it at night though, it doesn't work well under makeup because it is an acid. But I notice a difference with this product too.
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin
I'll be upfront: she is pricey.. but she definitely works! Eye bags, eye wrinkles, whatever. I noticed an improvement when using this. I wish I hadn't run out! :-(
Murad Resurgence Renewing Eye Cream
Retinols
I use this retinol when I've been through an episode of acne and have marks or scars after. I use this for my bedtime skincare routine.
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz
I use this retinol when my face starts to look dull or creases are appearing a little more. I swap between this one and the blue CeraVe retinol depending on what I'm going through.
CeraVe Skin Renewing Retinol Face Serum for Fine Lines and Wrinkles - 1oz
She's a great retinol. It's higher end but with this brand, it's worth the $$. There's a noticeable difference when using this. If it's not in the budget, I switch to the CeraVe.
La Roche Posay Retinol B3 Face Serum for Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Again, Murad is on the higher end side, but I PROMISE she works.
Murad Mini Retinol Youth Renewal Serum
This is good for uneven skin and acne scars. It is a thick formula so a little goes a long way.
Rapid Tone Repair Correcting Cream For Dark Spots & Wrinkles
Moisturizers
This I actually use for my face, because the other ones in this line that's supposed to be for your face is too hydrating for me. The travel size lasts me a really long time, and I don't need that much. It has a nice thin layer without feeling sticky...
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Face and Body Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin – 3 oz
I bought this once and it lasted me a long time. A little bit goes a long way! It is higher end, so I haven't bought it again. I really loved how my skin looked using this.
It Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Cream Oil-Free Moisturizer
A higher end moisturizer if it's in the budget :-)
La Roche Posay Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin
This was amazing for my oily skin and it made my face look like I didn’t just wake up, I definitely recommend!
GinZing™ Energizing Gel Cream
I swear there is magic in this thing. I would put it on before bed and I’d wake up and my skin was so pretty 😭
Pro-Collagen Night Cream Moisturizer
Acne Products
I love this one. I am continuously restocking because I get results within a couple hours of applying this to any acne. It either shrinks it, makes under the skin pimples go down, or brings it to a head to heal. I don't understand it, but I will NEVE...
Differin Acne Retinoid Face and Body Treatment Gel Adapalene 0.1% - 15g
These are always nice to have. I prefer the invisible ones. Just slap it on and go about your day and let the patch do it's job.
Hero Mighty Patch Invisible - 24ct
Other
I love this because it’s not harsh on my skin :-)
Nose Pore Patches for Blemishes
As soon as I put this on I noticed a difference immediately. I look like a zombie when I wake up and this helps, A LOT
Targeted Eye Depuffer - Depuff & Brighten
I get a lot of compliments on my skin when I use this. It brightens and helps with texture and pores. I don’t recommend using it if you’re wearing makeup for the day because it’s an acid and doesn’t mesh well with makeup products. So I just put it on...
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin