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A Skincare Routine That Won’t Break the Bank
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items As I learned how to take care of my skin, and try new products, I am also trying to maintain a budget! Listed here are some of my favorite items that have really worked for making my skin glow, smooth, and much younger than my 31 years!
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Morning Skincare
Evening Skin Care Products
Morning Skincare
My favorites for getting ready in the AM
Vitamin C (asorbic acid) serum is a morning MUST for brighter more even skin. I love the Ordinary for their formula, lightweight application that layers well, and especially their price point! Cannot beat the quality for the price, you NEED the Ord...
Vitamin C | Shop by Ingredient
Lightweight, glowy sunscreen + primer in one. Hydrating, dewy finish, wears great under makeup. Clean, vegan, and affordable.
e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30 Primer
A great skin brightener and evener that layers well under sunscreen and makeup.
The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside 12% Vitamin C Serum 1oz
My dark circles have seen the light ever since I started using the Ordinary Caffeine solution. Use a small amount for a big result.
The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Eye Serum
Twice daily cleanser for my normal-oily skin, and it doesn't have fragrances or anything that may irritate my sensitive skin.
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser for Oily Skin
Evening Skin Care Products
Retinol in squalene offers the anti-aging effects of retinol in a hydrating solution to buffer the irritating effects of retinol. Help with fine lines, acne scarring if applicable, and cell turnover to help look your freshest.
The Ordinary Retinol 0.2% in Squalane Serum
VERY effective wrinkle patches that smooth forehead lines and my 11 lines overnight by training facial muscles to relax. Applied after serums have absorbed. Like a DIY Botox without the needle.
Forehead & Between Eyes Facial Patches - 144ct
Moisturizing note
1.0 oz Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum with Ceramides - The Ordinary | Ulta Beauty
I’ll never forget my 90+ year-old patient who barely had a wrinkle in sight and when I asked her what her secret was she said ponds cold cream to remove her make up! Since then, almost 10 years ago, I’ve been using cold cream for makeup removal. It’s...
Ponds Cold Cream Make-Up Remover Fragrance-Free 6.1oz (2 Pack)
You might be wondering why there is a pillowcase in the skin care section of my list. Using silk can help prevent clogging of your pores and transfer of your product to the pillowcases! Silk is highly recommended for sleeping on for skin and hair hea...
ZIMASILK 25 Momme 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase