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This is the skincare shelf I’d let you raid — no gatekeeping here. I’ve rounded up the cleansers, moisturizers, masks, oils, and treatment products that have worked for my skin, especially when it’s feeling dry, sensitive, or just needs a glow boost....
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Cleansers🧼

Let’s start with the bare-faced basics. These are the cleansers that actually cleanse without stripping your skin dry. From gel to cream to oil, these formulas keep my skin fresh, balanced, and breakout-free — even after sweaty gym days.

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It’s super gentle but really effective for my sensitive skin! Doesn’t strip or dry me out.
Gentle Skin Cleanser
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This is my go-to when breakouts hit. It contains salicylic acid, which gently exfoliates inside the pores, helping to reduce blackheads, breakouts, and congestion over time. I also love that it’s formulated with ceramides, so it treats the skin and s...
Cerave Blemish Control Cleanser 236ml
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This is the cleanser I reach for when my skin feels dehydrated or overworked. It contains hyaluronic acid, which helps draw moisture into the skin while cleansing. It leaves my skin soft, smooth, and hydrated — perfect for dry or combo skin clients l...
Neutrogena Cleansing Water Gel Hydro Boost Normal To Dry Skin 200ml
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Ideal for reactive or sensitive skin types, this cleanser is soap- and fragrance-free, making it perfect for anyone experiencing irritation, sensitivity, or barrier damage. It gently lifts makeup, SPF, and oil without disrupting the skin’s natural pH...
Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water - Simple Skincare

Moisturiser🧓

Hydration is the ultimate beauty flex. These moisturizers are like a tall glass of water for your skin — they sink in, soothe, and leave you feeling plump and dewy. Whether I’m in my ā€œclean girlā€ glow era or mid-winter dryness, I’ve got a fave for ev...

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This is a lightweight, gel-based hydrator that delivers intense moisture without heaviness. It’s enriched with hyaluronic acid, which binds water to the skin, leaving it plump and supple. I recommend it for oilier skin types or for summer use when yo...
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream 50ml
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A rich, fragrance-free formula that’s especially good for dry, sensitive, or eczema-prone skin. It restores moisture instantly and helps repair a compromised barrier, thanks to nourishing ingredients like glycerin and sweet almond oil. I keep this in...
Cetaphil Face And Body Moisturising Cream 100g
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This cream is a savior for damaged or sensitized skin. It’s formulated with ingredients that mimic and rebuild the skin’s lipid matrix, helping to restore barrier function quickly. I recommend it to anyone who’s gone through peels, barrier damage, or...
Lamelle Barrier Repair Cream - Buy Online in South Africa - Dermastore
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What sets this apart is its ability to repair and rehydrate on a cellular level. It’s ideal for those struggling with tightness, sensitivity, or dehydration. I love that it supports long-term skin health while delivering visible improvements in softn...
Serra Restore Cream
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A perfect day cream for combination to oily skin. It hydrates without clogging, balances oil production, and pairs beautifully under sunscreen or makeup. I love using this after exfoliation or in morning routines when I need something light but effec...
Esse Hydro Moisturiser
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Creamier than the Hydro formula, this one is perfect for nighttime or colder seasons. It nourishes deeply, calming inflammation and supporting the skin's renewal process overnight. The texture melts into the skin — it’s comfort in a jar.
Esse Nourish Moisturiser | Esse Skincare

Face Mask šŸ‘©šŸ½ā€šŸŽØ

My little self-care moment in a jar. These masks are what I reach for on pamper nights, when my skin needs a reset, or when I want that instant glow-up. From calming clay to brightening masks, they’re the skincare equivalent of a glass of wine and a ...

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This rich, replenishing mask delivers instant comfort to tired, dull skin. With hydrating and calming properties, it soothes irritation while deeply moisturizing — perfect for post-exam stress skin or during seasonal transitions. I love how soft and ...
Award-Winning Esse Cream Mask
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A multitasking gem. It combines the gentle exfoliation of natural acids with the nourishing properties of omega oils, so you’re left with smoother skin and a healthy glow. Ideal for those who want brightening without harsh physical scrubs. It’s basic...
Professional Range Esse Omega Mask
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A solid go-to when you need quick exfoliation on a budget. It refines texture and clears congestion with visible results after one use. I use this when my skin feels a little bumpy or flat — it always brings the smoothness back.
CLEANANCE MASK
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Soothing, cooling, and packed with hydration — this sheet mask is my go-to skin rescue after sun exposure or flare-ups. The aloe and omega combo reduces redness and boosts skin resilience. A must-have in my fridge
Clicks Skincare Collection Aloe Vera & Omega 3+6 Face Mask 150ml

Exfoliator 🄄

Smooth skin activated. These are my go-to exfoliators — physical or chemical — that help keep my skin baby soft and blemish-free. I use these to brighten, unclog, and prep for glowier skin days ahead (and yes, I’ve got gentle ones for sensitive girli...

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Simple and effective. It removes dull surface cells and leaves my skin feeling smooth and refreshed. I usually reach for this when my skin’s texture needs a quick fix, and it delivers every time.
Gentle exfoliating gel
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This luxurious exfoliator uses finely milled cacao particles to gently buff the skin while providing antioxidant benefits. It smells heavenly and leaves my skin looking radiant without irritation. Think glow + nourishment in one.
Esse Cocoa Exfoliator
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It’s a beautiful balance of chemical and physical exfoliation. The omega oils replenish as it sloughs off dead skin, making it gentle enough for regular use — especially if you’re prone to sensitivity. This one’s a client favorite.
Esse Microderm Exfoliator
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PHENOMONAL PRODUCT! I have eczema and this helped so much with my hyperkeratinization and my brought texture! Will forever recommend !
AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

Face oil šŸ’§

Glazed donut energy only. These face oils are light, nourishing, and perfect for sealing in all that skincare goodness. I use them to boost hydration, add radiance, and lock in my glow — especially on no-makeup days or post-facial.

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This oil is a skin barrier’s best friend. Formulated with a blend of omega-rich oils and antioxidants, it helps support healing, soften texture, and lock in moisture. I use it during winter or after harsh treatments when my skin craves comfort.
Esse Repair Oil
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Lightweight and balancing, this oil is perfect for those who want the benefits of an oil without feeling greasy. It adds a soft glow, shields the skin from environmental stressors, and helps calm redness — especially great for city life or wind expos...
Esse Protect Oil
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A staple for scars, stretch marks, and general skin nourishment. It’s enriched with natural oils and vitamin E, which help improve skin tone, elasticity, and hydration. I recommend it for body care and after-sun use too!
Celltone Tissue Oil

Eczema Friendly! šŸ’Œ

As someone with temperamental skin, I totally get it — these are the gentle, calming products that never let me down. Fragrance-free, barrier-friendly, and tested through flare-ups, they’re safe enough for sensitive babes and still super effective.

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Thick and nourishing, perfect for dry skin or eczema flare-ups.
Cetaphil Face And Body Moisturising Cream 100g
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This lotion is so gentle but deeply effective. With ceramides and colloidal oatmeal, it helps manage dryness, itchiness, and flare-ups without clogging pores. It absorbs quickly, which I love for daytime use.
Pro-Eczema Prone Skin Restoring Moisturiser
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Soap-free and ultra-mild, this wash cleanses without triggering flare-ups. It calms itchy skin instantly and supports barrier repair, making it a must-have for sensitive or eczema-prone clients.
Pro-Eczema Prone Skin Restoring Body Wash
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A little old-school, but a total lifesaver. Zinc soothes irritation and inflammation, while castor oil nourishes and seals in moisture. I use it on stubborn patches of eczema, dry elbows, or even as an overnight spot treatment for barrier repair.
Zinc & Castor Oil Cream 50g

Treatment Gels

Breakout emergency? I gotchu. These targeted gels are my blemish-fighting besties. Whether it’s a hormonal pimple or post-workout congestion, these spot treatments help clear things up fast — without wrecking your skin barrier.

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This spot treatment gel is perfect for active breakouts. It works quickly to dry out pimples while minimizing redness and inflammation. I always recommend it to students and young adults struggling with hormonal or stress breakouts — it's budget-frie...
NEW NIVEA Clear Up Blemish Gel 15ml
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This targeted treatment is a literal skin savior when it comes to managing breakouts in a gentle yet effective way. It’s packed with anti-inflammatory actives like Salicylic Acid, Kigelia extract, and Probiotic extracts that don’t just treat existing...
Esse Clarifying Spot Corrector

Serums

Where the real magic happens. These serums target everything from dullness to breakouts to dark spots — think glow drops in a bottle. Lightweight, powerful, and layered into my routine like skincare spells.

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Brightening and protective, this serum helps fade dark spots and boosts collagen production. It also helps defend the skin against UV and pollution damage, which makes it perfect for morning routines. I always feel like my skin looks more awake with ...
Dr. Rashel Vitamin C Range
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Boosts firmness, supports skin elasticity, and gives the skin a youthful glow. I love using this in anti-aging or mature skin routines — especially when paired with facial massage or a gua sha ritual.
Dr. Rashel Collagen Elasticity Firming & Primer Serum
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This serum delivers a major hydration punch without clogging pores. It’s amazing for plumping up fine lines and prepping the skin before moisturizer or makeup. I recommend it for dry or dehydrated skin types, or as part of barrier repair.
Dr.Rashel Hyaluronic Acid Instant Hydration Primer Serum
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A great everyday vitamin C for brightening and clarity. Lightweight and non-sticky, it layers well under SPF and makeup, and is especially good for dull, tired skin — my go-to before early lectures or long days.
Garnier Even & Matte Vitamin C Booster Serum 30ml
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A dream combo for oil control and pore-refining. The niacinamide calms inflammation and brightens, while charcoal purifies and detoxifies. I love recommending this for clients with congestion or uneven tone — it delivers visible results.
Pure Active AHA BHA Charcoal Serum for Clearer Skin