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Beauty Musts for Neurodivergent Girlies
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items These are the products that pass the texture test! I’m neurodivergent (AuDHD), so if something feels off, heavy, sticky, or too scented, it’s a no. Everything here is soft, lightweight, and feels GOOD on the skin. No overstimulation, just glow.
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Skincare
Body
Lips
Makeup
Skincare
My go-to skincare favorites for clear, soft, and low-maintenance skin. Everything here is gentle, effective, and works without overwhelming my skin or senses. Perfect for a simple routine that actually feels good.
My skin has NEVER felt this soft after cleansing!! This is my go-to for acne-prone skin, it’s super refreshing, lightweight, and doesn’t feel overpowering at all. If you’re acne-prone but hate that dry, tight feeling, this is IT.
Environ Focus Care Clarity Sebu-Wash Gel
This is my “I’m not wearing makeup but I look GOOD” product!! 😮🔥✨ Glowing skin, soft tint, and zero heaviness. It’s lightweight, doesn’t irritate, & gives that effortless, radiant vibe every time!
Supergoop
This is one of my holy grail low-effort skincare products. I started using this after the gym on my face + body, especially because i was breaking out on my chest even after showering this literally cleared it up! It works like a super gentle toner, ...
e11ement Hypochlorous Acid Skin Spray
Lightweight hydration that actually feels good on the skin. The Grace & Stella Hyaluronic Acid Serum is one of my go-to staples, especially living in central Canada where the winters are so dry!! It gives that soft, hydrated glow without feeling ...
grace + stella Hyaluronic Acid Serum
My go-to for a soft, natural glow without the effort. These self-tanning drops are super easy to use, just mix a few drops into your moisturizer and you’re done. No overwhelming scent and gives that “just got back from vacation” glow
Self-Tan Sun Drops | CAUDALIE®
An easy way to add a soft glow without changing your routine. Just mix a few drops into your moisturizer for a natural, sun-kissed look lightweight, gentle, and doesn’t feel overwhelming on the skin or senses. Perfect for simple routines that still f...
Self-Tan Face Drops - Isle of Paradise | Sephora
One of my favorite simple skincare combos that actually works. The Ordinary is one of those brands that keeps things straightforward, effective, and affordable without feeling overwhelming. This set is perfect if you want results without a complicate...
The Ordinary Bright Set: Glycolic Toner, Alpha Arbutin, Caffeine Solution
This has been my go-to for over two decades, and I always come back to it. I’ve tried so many different makeup removers over the years, and nothing works as well as this. It removes everything easily without needing to scrub, and it never irritates m...
FMG Moisturizing Eye Makeup Remover Lotion
no fragrance, no dyes, no burning. the one that doesn't make my face feel tight and stripped after washing it
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
the moisturizer i actually finish the jar of. thick enough to matter, no scent to fight with, works on my face and the kids' eczema patches too
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream
keep it in my bag for the itchy, overheated, overstimulated skin moments. one spray and my face actually calms down, not just smells nice
Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray
these dew drops soak in fast and don't pill under makeup, which is the actual test for me. lightweight, no weird film left behind
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
the gel-cream texture sinks in fast, no greasy film sitting on top waiting to transfer onto everything you touch. a little goes a long way so it's not a heavy application, just soft plump skin without the process feeling like a chore.
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
Body
My go-to body care for soft, hydrated, glowy skin! Everything here is lightweight, non-sticky, and easy to wear — no heavy scents or overwhelming textures. Just simple products that make your skin feel really good.
My favorite natural, vegan self tanner for a soft, sun-kissed glow. As someone who’s sensitive to textures and scents, I love how lightweight and non-overwhelming this formula feels on my skin. No harsh smell, no sticky finish… just an even, natural-...
Beauty by Earth Self Tanner - Tanning Lotion
A lightweight, fragrance-free moisturizer for face and body. It's fast-absorbing, non-sticky, and perfect for keeping skin soft and hydrated. Exactly what my sensitive hands need without the icky texture.
Cetaphil Face & Body Moisturizer
This is one of my go-to products for body acne! If you struggle with breakouts on your chest, back, or bum… this helps so much! It uses salicylic acid to gently exfoliate and clear clogged pores without needing a complicated routine. It's good for po...
Neutrogena Body Clear Acne Wash & Scrub 2%
La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream was recommended to me by my dermatologist, to treat my eczema. It’s unscented, super gentle, and perfect for sensitive or easily irritated skin (especially living in central Canada where th...
Whenever my eczema flares up, this is one of the only things that clears it up within a few days. Rich and repairing without feeling greasy!
Whenever my eczema flares up, this is one of the only things that clears it up within a few days. Rich and repairing without feeling greasy!
Lipikar AP+MAX Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream for Face & Body | Very Dry Skin | La Roche-Posay
used to be called free and clear, same formula, same dermatologist gentle version, just wearing the vanicream label now. no dyes, no fragrance, no drama
Vanicream Shampoo
the matching conditioner. same no fragrance no dye deal, comes as a 2 pack so you're not reordering every month
Vanicream Conditioner
no fragrance means no fighting with myself in the shower over a smell i can't undo. gentle enough for the kids too, so it's the one bottle for everyone
Cetaphil Ultra Gentle Body Wash, Fragrance Free
sinks in fast, no sticky residue, and the scent is warm not overwhelming. the one body cream that doesn't sit heavy on my skin
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
fragrance-free so it's not fighting with your candle, your laundry soap, your everything else. sinks in without that sticky wait-to-get-dressed window, just soft skin and one less scent your nose has to process.
Necessaire The Body Lotion, Fragrance-Free
Lips
My go-to lip products for surviving dry Canadian winters. 💄 Hydrating, non-sticky, and actually comfortable to wear, no heavy sticky feeling or overpowering scents. Just soft, smooth lips that don’t crack the second you step outside.
My current lip combo obsession, the iced coffee flavor just hits every time!! This gloss is smooth, hydrating, and not sticky at all (major win if you’re sensitive to textures like me). The scent is soft and comforting, not overpowering, and the shin...
Lip Butter Balm, Iced Coffee
I don’t usually love lip products, but this one stays in my rotation. It’s super comfortable, smooth, not sticky! The Vanilla Beige shade is perfect when I want something low effort but still put together. No strong smell, no weird taste, and I’m not...
Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm
My go-to for soft, hydrated lips with zero effort. This lip sleeping mask works overnight so you wake up with smoother, more hydrated lips. It feels nourishing, not sticky, and doesn’t overwhelm your senses!
Lip Sleeping Mask - LANEIGE | Sephora
the balm that doesn't feel sticky or gluey the second it touches your lips. glides on, sinks in, done. my nervous system approved lip product
Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm
the jar texture (not a squeeze tube) means i can scoop exactly what i need with one finger before bed. wakes up soft, never crusty or tight
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
this one's been in my bag for years. not sticky, not tacky, just glossy without the pull-your-hair-when-the-wind-blows problem. one universal shade that adapts to your own lip color so there's no guessing, no swatching five tubes at the counter.
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
Makeup
My go-to makeup favorites for a simple, effortless routine that still makes me feel put together. ✨ Everything here is easy to use, reliable, and works without overwhelming my routine or my senses. Perfect for low-maintenance makeup days that still h...
This is how I cover dark spots without looking cakey. It gives just enough coverage while still feeling lightweight and comfortable on the skin. It leaves smooth & hydrated skin.
Bye Bye Dark Spots Concealer + Serum with 2% Niacinamide - It Cosmetics
My go-to when I want coverage but still want my skin to still look natural. This CC cream is lightweight, glowy, and evens everything out without feeling heavy. It gives that natural, radiant finish and doesn’t irritate my skin! A must have for sensi...
CC+ Nude Glow Lightweight Foundation + Glow Serum with SPF 40 and Niacinamide - IT Cosmetics
This is the mascara I ALWAYS come back to 🤍 I’ve tried so many high-end mascaras over the years, and somehow this one still outperforms them. It’s been in my makeup bag for almost 20 years!! It gives volume, length, and separation without feeling he...
Covergirl Lash Blast Volume Mascara
tinted spf that doesn't feel like makeup. one swipe and i'm done, no blending five products together before i can leave the house
ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
the cream texture blends with just a finger, no brush needed, no patchy weird cakey feeling. this is the one that actually passes the texture test for me
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
the shade everyone talks about for a reason. pillow talk goes on soft and matte without dragging, so it doesn't feel like sandpaper on sensitive lips. one swipe and you're done, no mirror-checking required (:
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Matte Revolution Lipstick