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items products i tried from each brand, and who i would recommend them to🍒
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the ordinary
Paula’s Choice
glow recipe
the ordinary
If your skin gets oily, you get little breakouts, or your pores look more noticeable, I’d definitely try this one. It helps control excess oil and makes the skin look smoother and more balanced. It’s also a really easy serum to add to your routine
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum - The Ordinary
I’d go for this if your skin feels dry, tight or just looks a little dull and dehydrated. It gives your skin that nice hydrated, plump look without feeling heavy. It’s also really easy to combine with other products.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Hydrating Serum - The Ordinary
I really like this when my skin starts looking dull or feeling rough because it makes it feel much smoother. It also gives my skin a nice glow after using it consistently. I just wouldn’t go crazy with it because it can be pretty strong.
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toning Solution - The Ordinary
If you get blackheads or those little clogged pores, I’d definitely try this. I like it because it helps keep my pores clearer without needing a bunch of different acne products. Just start with it slowly because it can dry your skin out.
Salicylic Acid 2% Exfoliating Blemish Solution - The Ordinary
This is one I’d pick if you have redness, little blemishes or your skin tone just looks uneven. I like that it works on several things at once while still being pretty simple to use. It also leaves my skin looking smoother and more even.
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%
I’d recommend this if you’re trying to get rid of dark spots or just want your skin tone to look more even. It’s not an overnight product, but with consistent use it can help make pigmentation look less noticeable. I also like that it doesn’t feel li...
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA Hyperpigmentation Serum
This is the one I’d reach for when my skin looks really dull and I want it to look brighter. It gives a nice glow and is great if you’re trying to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone. It is quite strong though, so I’d be careful if your skin g...
Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% - The Ordinary
Honestly, this is just a really nice basic moisturizer. I like it when my skin feels dry or a little irritated because it makes everything feel softer and more comfortable. It’s not exciting, but it’s one of those products that’s really useful to hav...
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA - The Ordinary
I really like this if you hate that tight, dry feeling you sometimes get after cleansing. It removes makeup and sunscreen really well while leaving my skin feeling soft instead of stripped. I’d especially recommend it if your skin is dry or sensitive...
Squalane Cleanser - The Ordinary
I’d recommend this for mornings when your under-eyes look puffy or tired. It’s really lightweight and feels nice and refreshing around the eyes. It won’t magically erase dark circles, but I do like it for making the eye area look a little more awake.
Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Eye Serum
This is one I’d choose if you want something a little more focused on firmness, fine lines and overall skin quality. I like it more as a treatment than a basic serum because it’s really aimed at improving the look of the skin over time. If you’re not...
"Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1% - The Ordinary
I’d go for this if you’re starting to care more about fine lines and keeping your skin looking firm and smooth. It gives my skin a nice hydrated feeling while targeting those early signs of aging. It’s definitely more of a long-term product, though, ...
Buffet Anti-Aging Serum - The Ordinary
Paula’s Choice
If you have blackheads, clogged pores or little bumps, this is probably the first Paula’s Choice product I’d try. It uses 2% salicylic acid to get into the pores and help clear buildup, so your skin feels smoother and looks clearer. It’s especially n...
Mini Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - Paula's Choice
I’d recommend this if your skin looks dull or you have dark spots you want to fade. It’s a strong brightening serum that can make your complexion look more even and glowy. I’d introduce it slowly though, especially if you’re not used to vitamin C.
25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Clinical Serum for Brightening & Dark Spots - Paula's Choice
This is the one I’d look at for fine lines, uneven texture and overall smoother-looking skin. The retinol makes it more of a serious treatment, while bakuchiol is included alongside it. Start slowly because retinol can definitely cause dryness or irr...
Clinical 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment - Paula's Choice
I’d pick this if you want a moisturizer that gives you hydration and a little brightening treatment at the same time. The vitamin C makes it nice for dull or uneven-looking skin, while the moisturizer helps keep your skin soft. It’s a good everyday o...
C5 Super Boost Vitamin C Moisturizer for Brightening and Evening Tone - Paula's Choice
If you’re dealing with breakouts or oily skin, this is a really nice basic cleanser to start with. It cleans away excess oil and impurities without needing to add another strong treatment to your routine. I like products like this because you can use...
CLEAR Pore Normalizing Acne Cleanser - Paula's Choice
This is more for when you want your skin to look plumper, smoother and more hydrated. I’d recommend it if you’re starting to care about fine lines but still want something that feels like a normal moisturizer. It’s a nice choice for dry or normal ski...
Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Gel-Cream Moisturizer - Paula's Choice
I’d try this if your under-eye area looks dull or tired and you want something specifically made for that area. The vitamin C focuses on brightening while the cream gives some hydration. It’s a nice option if you want your eyes to look a little more ...
C5 Super Boost Vitamin C Eye Cream for Brightening & Firming - Paula's Choice
If your main concern around your eyes is dryness, fine lines or loss of firmness, I’d choose this one instead. It has a richer, more nourishing feel and focuses more on keeping the eye area moisturized and firm-looking. I’d especially like this for d...
Clinical Ceramide Enriched Firming Eye Cream
I’d recommend this if you’re more interested in keeping your skin looking smooth, hydrated and firm over time. It’s more of an overall anti-aging serum rather than something specifically for acne or dark spots. If your main goal is healthy-looking, p...
CellularYouth™ Longevity Serum for Fine Lines, Wrinkles & Lifting - Paula's Choice
glow recipe
I’d recommend this if you want that really glowy, hydrated skin look. It has niacinamide and is great for making dull skin look brighter and more fresh, while also giving you that pretty dewy finish. It can also work nicely under makeup.
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops - Glow Recipe
This is a good one if you have visible pores, uneven texture or little clogged areas. The PHA and BHA gently exfoliate the skin while watermelon helps keep it hydrated, so you get smoother skin without that super-dry feeling. I’d use it a few times a...
Mini Watermelon Glow PHA + BHA Pore-Tight Toner - Glow Recipe
If your skin feels dry or looks a little flat and dehydrated, I’d definitely try this. It gives the skin a really plump, juicy look and feels lightweight rather than greasy. It’s especially nice if you love that glass-skin effect.
Plum Plump™ Hyaluronic Acid Serum - Glow Recipe
I’d pick this when your skin feels irritated, dry or like its barrier needs some extra love. The ceramides help support the skin barrier while avocado gives it a more nourished feeling. It’s a really nice one to have when your skin is feeling a littl...
Avocado Ceramide Recovery Serum | Glow Recipe ...
This is the one I’d go for if you’re dealing with clogged pores, texture and excess oil but still want your skin to look smooth and glowy. The BHA helps with pore congestion while the formula gives a soft, blurred-looking finish. I especially like it...
Strawberry Smooth BHA + AHA Salicylic Acid Serum - Glow Recipe