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Skincare for the unsexy (it works though)

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I’m in the middle of my skincare journey…but aren’t we all? I’m an acne-prone, eczema prone, combination oily gal just trying her best. 💁🏻‍♀️
 
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I use this every other day on my acne prone (t-zone) spots! Really helps with cell-turnover…which means your zits will go away faster ☺️ How lovely!
Differin Acne Retinoid Gel 0.1% Adapalene 15g
 
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I’ve used this on my face and body almost daily, and it’s been great for stopping acne before it starts!
Acne Foaming Wash Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
 
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This is a newer addition to my regimen every other day, but it’s really worked! My redness (including some early signs of eczema) goes down within a day. It’s been so incredible!
Good Molecules 10% Azelaic Acid Face Treatment
 
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Every. single. thing. I’ve ever tried from this brand has been amazing. I use this daily on my cheeks (my dry zones in my combo skin) and the best part…my wallet doesn’t yell at me! Yay!
Hydrating Serum
 
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Oh sick, hypochlorous acid that doesn’t have my husband staring at our bank statements? Sign me up!
BASE LABORATORIES Hypochlorous Acid Spray
 
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Cheap and effective…two of my favorite things ❤️ I use these nearly daily!
TKTK 443 Count Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches
 
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The only cleanser I can use when I have eczema on my face. 🙃 Added bonus: a great cleanser to use on new tattoos 👏🏻
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser - Face & Body Cleaner
 
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If I don’t own one of these, it’s because I’m being held hostage or I’m dead. Even then you’ll have to pry this from my hands. This is the ONLY moisturizer I trust when I have eczema flare ups on my face or body. It really is that serious.
Vanicream™ Daily Facial Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin
 
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All this? For that price? And good for sensitive skin like mine? Take my money.
Vanilla Sugar Body Scrubs for Smooth Skin
 
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Scared of fragrance because your skin feels like you were dipped into a beehive? Have sensory issues and HATE the feel of oily body lotions? 🤢 Same, partner, same. This is the answer to our problems…has a lovely MILD and NON-IRRITATING cocoa butter ...
NIVEA Cocoa Butter Body Lotion for Dry Skin ...
 
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Hey. You there. Does your skin feel like it would be better if you scratched it straight off? This product is for you, friend. I’ve used it on every lovely kind of eczema imaginable (I think…all of them? Probably.) and it’s been nothing but a god sen...
Eczema Flare Control Cream with 1% Hydrocortisone
 
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Would you rather stick your hand in a blender than put on an oily hand cream? Are your sensory issues putting you on the edge all day and the last straw is slippery lotion that burns your skin? Same. This hand cream has been tested on myself and on m...
Healing Hand Cream | Gold Bond Skin Care Products
 
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Shaving oil has changed the game for me, and this is my favorite formula and scent! I have sensitive skin that’s prone to razor bumps and ingrown hairs, and this has never bothered me! I love that I can use something that smells nice for a change (my...
Tree Hut Moisturizing Shave Oil, Vanilla, 7.7 Fl Oz
 
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You know in My Big Fat Greek Wedding the dad is like “Put some Windex on it”? Me but with aquaphor. It’s everything to me.
Aquaphor® Official Site - Skin Protection and Healing