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items I haven’t always had the best budget to be able to invest in skincare, however I also understand the importance of taking care of my skin as I age.
These are some of my favourite products that are budget-friendly and have always worked well for my ...
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Cleansers
Exfoliating
Toners
Serums
Moisturizers
SPF
Cleansers
For clean skin ✔️
Amazingly light cleanser, cleans my skin without causing it to feel tight or dry out. Great price point too and comes in a big bottle that lasts a while.
Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Cream-to-Foam Cleanser, Face Wash for Sensitive Skin, Dry Skin, Cleanser, Dermatologist Tested, Hypoallergenic, Cica, Fragrance Free, 354 mL
A fantastic affordable and mild cleanser. Cleanses skin and removes makeup while leaving my skin feeling so hydrated and soft.
Squalane Cleanser - The Ordinary | Sephora
I found this really improved the texture of my skin while I was using it—I need to pick this one up again
Glycolic Foaming Cleanser - Mario Badescu | Sephora
Exfoliating
For smooth skin 🍎
Exfoliates and brightens without making skin feel stripped. My skin truly feels polished and glowy immediately after rinsing the product from my face ✨
So Polished Exfoliating Sugar Scrub
My skin instantly looks brighter when I use this, will continue to buy for sure.
turmeric illuminating solution
Toners
For cleanER skin 🧖♀️
I’ve been using this for several months and have noticed visible improvement in my hyperpigmentation from pregnancy.
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toning Solution - The Ordinary | Sephora
Long-time favourite—helps skin feel balanced and clean.
Thayers Original Face Astringent with Witch Hazel and Aloe Vera formula, 355 mL
Love this toner and this brand. Product cleans skin without drying and smells so nice 👃
Witch Hazel & Rosewater Toner - Mario Badescu | Sephora
Serums
For nourished skin 🪴
My skin started feeling more plump and hydrated from the moment I started using it, and skin felt smoother as I used it consistently. Love this one. 💗
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum - The Ordinary | Sephora
For that glass skin! Deeply hydrates and smooths skin texture with salmon DNA (helps your skin glow), 12 peptides, and niacinamide. Makes skin look luminous.
TOSOWOONG Pink Peptide 12 PDRN Serum 33ml
Visibly brightened the dark spots that developed on my face from pregnancy. Helps hydrate skin immediately. Gentle enough to use every day and an affordable price point!
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
This is definitely going to be the most expensive thing on this list. It was gifted to me a few years ago and I’ve been out for a while but it still lives on as my favourite serum I’ve ever used.
Ultimune Power Infusing Serum
Great way to gently introduce retinol to skin. Product goes on silky smooth and doesn’t burn or cause irritation.
Starter Retinol Serum
Moisturizers
For hydrated skin 💦
Hydrating + non-greasy, I love this one
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA - The Ordinary | Sephora
This moisturizer is honestly so good—lightweight and hydrating without being greasy and also has spf 🙌🏼 AND at an affordable price point! This will always be a staple for my skincare routine.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Weightless Moisturizer SPF 30
A smoothing and hydrating putty-like formula that effortlessly absorbs into your skin.
texture smoothing cream
I love using this as a lip balm or to target dry spots on my face. Amazing product to keep in my bag when I’m on-the-go in these Canadian winters.
Mymatcha All-over Moisture Stick
Creamy, non-greasy formula with amazing fragrance. Great, affordable dupe for Sol de Janeiro.
Solo En Ibiza Body Butter, 230 g
SPF
For protected skin 🕶️
So hydrating but doesn’t feel greasy or leave a white cast on your skin—I love this one. A bit on the pricier side but worth every penny.
La Roche-Posay Sun Protection Anthelios Ultra-fluid Lotion SPF 50
This stuff is absolutely stunnin’ 🤌🏼 Adds a subtle glow while protecting skin from the sun.
Glowscreen SPF 40 PA+++ - Supergoop! | Sephora
Eye creams
For healthy under eye skin 👁️
This was given to me as a gift one time and I truly did love it and will be repurchasing when it’s in the budget. It made my under eyes feel and look so hydrated and bright.
Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Eye Cream
This is a really nice, light gel formula that brightens dark circles and hydrates under eyes. I love this brand because they use good, clean ingredients while still being affordable.
De-puff and Brightening Eye Gel - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
Facial sprays
For refreshed skin 🥒
Hydrates and refreshes skin—I like using as a spray before applying makeup to help lock in moisture, as well as a refresher spray throughout the day. Also another lifesaver in dry winters.
Facial Spray with Aloe, Chamomile and Lavender - Mario Badescu | Sephora
Wonderful as a toner before skincare or as a refresher spray throughout the day. The product mists very nicely out of the bottle too!
Balancing Ultra-Fine Face Mist - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
Oils
For glowy skin ✨
Incredibly moisturizing and absorbs into skin really nicely. It’s light enough that I like to also use it as a facial oil.
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Dry Body Oil Mist with Oat and Jojoba Oils
A pricy item but worth every penny. I was gifted this product and was devastated when it ran out. If you have the budget for this I highly recommend. Makes skin silky smooth and hydrates so well while absorbing beautifully.
Jojoba Glow Face Oil