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My Everyday Skincare Staples (and Why I Keep Repurchasing Them)
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items These are the skincare products I genuinely use every day and always come back to. Each one has earned its place in my routine by consistently delivering visible results and keeping my skin balanced and happy. I like to have at least two options in e...
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Cleansing Balms/Oils
Cleansers
Toners
Day Serums
Night Serums
Day Moisturizers
Cleansing Balms/Oils
1st step of Clean: For melting away makeup and sunscreen while keeping the skin nourished and soft.
This is everyone’s favorite cleansing balm for a reason. I’ve tried plenty, but this one still stands out as the best of the best. It melts makeup effortlessly, leaves my skin soft and radiant, and somehow keeps breakouts at bay. It’s one of those pr...
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
This is my budget-friendly alternative to the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, and it truly performs just as well. It removes every trace of makeup and impurities without leaving my skin dry or tight. Plus, I love the thoughtful packaging, it even...
elf: Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
This one feels like pure luxury in a bottle. It melts away makeup in seconds and leaves my skin feeling calm, soft, and balanced. I love that it never clogs my pores or leaves any residue; just clean, hydrated skin that feels refreshed and pampered e...
Tatcha: Camellia Cleansing Oil 2-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser
Cleansers
2nd Step to Clean! The key to a clean, fresh start without stripping the skin barrier.
Okay if you're dealing with breakouts, I've got you! I get breakouts often, and I've switched to this cleanser (along with the Murad acne spot treatment) and my results were almost instantaneous! This stuff really works and it's even gentle on the sk...
Acne Control Clarifying Cleanser | Murad Skincare
I instantly fell in love with this cleanser. It has the most unique texture of all cleansers I've tried. It kind of clings to the skin before you massage it in and rinse. It's so rich too that a tiny bit does the job, so you already know one tube sho...
Ultra Facial Cleanser
Toners
A little prep step that helps balance, soothe, and enhance everything that comes after.
I will always reach for a spray toner before others. It makes life simpler and I'm all for that. Elemis is truly one of my favorite brands and this toner rejuvenates, refines and tones my skin in 2 seconds. It's a bit pricey, however the bottle is hu...
Soothing Apricot Toner - Elemis
Toners are a must in my skin care routine, and I love the entire line of toners from Thayers. Especially their cucumber scented toner. Their formula is really gentle on the skin.
Witch Hazel Toners | Alcohol Free Facial Toners - Thayers
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This is the toner that put me onto tonymoly and make me realize I actually like milky toners. Skin's barrier health is so important and this toner targets just that. It is infused with ceramides to help strengthen the skin’s natural barrier while ret...
Wonder Ceramide Mochi Toner – TONYMOLY USA
Day Serums
Lightweight, targeted treatments that boost glow and protect throughout the day.
I wish I could use this every day, but it is pretty expensive. I save it for instances my skin is feeling at its worst. It instantly smooths my skin and helps with acne, texture... pretty much everything really. And a little does go along way.
Advanced Génifique Radiance-Boosting Hydrating Serum - Lancôme
There are so many niacinamide serums out there to choose from, and I've tried many. What makes this one stand out is the way it also illuminates my skin. It has a thick but lightweight consistency that absorbs into skin while leaving a radiant finish...
10% Pure Niacinamide Serum | La Rosay-Posay
Night Serums
Concentrated formulas that repair and rejuvenate while I sleep.
I use this once or twice a week before bedtime. This is that serum to reach for when you want to wake up to the softest, smoothest and brightest skin. And you see results from just the first use!
SELF-ESTEEM Beauty Sleep Serum - Dermelect Cosmeceuticals
Over 30? We should be using retinol in our routine. This is one of my favorites!
YTTP Retinal + Niacinamide Youth Serum - Youth To The People
Retinol isn't negotiable but it can be a little scary if you're new to it. As a beginner, choose a gentle formula like this one from Paula's Choice. I can use it every night without experiencing any kind of irritation.
CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment - Paula's Choice
Day Moisturizers
Seal it all in with a layer of skincare that works in harmony with your serum
The healthy glow my skin has when using this moisturizer is truly exceptional. It's ultra hydrating and leave skin so smooth and supple. This is my go to morning moisturizer.
C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream - Sunday Riley
A lightweight, cooling moisturizer that I love reaching for on hotter days. It's really hydrating and leaves my skin so supple!
Pro-Collagen Marine Cream - ELEMIS
Night Moisturizers
Rich, restorative options that deeply nourish and lock in moisture overnight.
For night time, I want a moisturizer that's rich and will be working over time as I sleep. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream is formulated with Squalane, Glacial Glycoprotein and Pro-Ceramides. These work together to deliver intense hydration and also stren...
Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane | Refillable Face Cream - Kiehl's
This stuff… Oh. My. Word. It's indescribably silky as it applies and just melts into my skin. Or more like my skin thirstily drinks it all up! It's rich, yet somehow lightweight once applied. I love using this over my serum as my last step in the night time. My skin always feel like it's been truly and thoroughly pampered. In this, we have pepti...
Polypeptide-121 Future Moisture Cream
Sunscreens
The most essential step for your skin. Don't EVER forget this one. My non-negotiable step for protecting skin health and glow long-term.
When I want a sunscreen that will leave my skin dewy and glowing, this is always my choice. The first time I used this sunscreen, I was simply blown away. It sinks into the skin instantly and feels insanely hydrating. This is one I would recommend to...
ASIS-TOBE
I've tried so many sunscreens, and this one remains one of my all-time favorites. It instantly absorbs into the skin and feels more like a moisturizer than a sunscreen. Skin loves it!
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Eye Cream
If you want your eyes to keep looking youthful, don't skip this step. Gentle, effective favorites for keeping the under-eye area bright and smooth.
I think this particular eye cream isn't talked about enough. For night time, this is my go-to eye cream since it contains retinol and niacinamide. It is rich and moisturizing, leaving my under eyes so supple and much brighter. I 100% recommend. (I ha...
5 Stars Eye Serum - Anti-aging and Wrinkle-fighting Serum
I have not found an eye cream I prefer to use in the day time over this one. Caffeine for my eyes? Um yes sign me up. This really does wake up my under eyes, leaving them brighter, smoother and significantly less puffy. It is formulated with peptides...
15% Vitamin C + Caffeine Energy Serum
Acne Treatment
Some of us aren't blessed with flawless skin, so we need this step. Targeted treatments that calm breakouts and keep my skin clear without irritation.
No long drawn out review for this. Simply put, this is the only one that works for me when I get pesky break outs.
Rapid Relief Acne Spot Treatment | Blemishes - Murad
Exfoliators
That once or twice weekly treat that gives your skin the pick me up it loves! Polishes and renews dull skin, revealing a fresh, smoother complexion.
I never wanted to love this product as it's on the pricier side, but it works so so well! The way my skin always looks clearer, brighter and smoother after just a few days of use always astonishes me! It works so well! ( tip: if I only have small pro...
Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads | ELEMIS US
There is nothing quite like this exfoliant out there. Sure there are other exfoliants with this texture but I've found none that comes close to giving my skin that super clean feeling, while also being so gentle. This is your pick me up for instantly...
Daily Superfoliant Exfoliator Resurfaces & Detoxes | Dermalogica®
Face Masks
We love treats and so does our skin. Weekly resets that leave my skin feeling deeply refreshed and balanced.
Now these are the kind of face masks I don't mind using. It feels more like a rich moisturizer than a mask since you don't need to wash it off and just go to sleep in it. I like to indulge my skin with this treat once a week or so. You can feel and s...
Bouncy Brightfacial™ | Drunk Elephant
I did not care for mud masks until… I found this little guy here. I actually used this on my husband, and that's how I was able to see the instant results. The way it completely cleared his pores and brightened his skin after just the first use sold ...
The POREfessional Deep Retreat Clay Mask
Under Eye Masks
Did I mention treats? Yep undereyes too! My go-to quick fix for tired eyes and early mornings.
This is by far the best eye mask I've used. They're a bit expensive so I keep these for when I have special occasions. An hour or so before I put on my makeup, this mask does wonders. It smooths out my undereyes and they look significantly brighter a...
Dr. Zion x Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Eye Masks