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Nighttime Skincare That Actually Works in Your 40s (For Hydrated, Glowing Skin)
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items But don't sleep on this skincare until you're 40! I spent decades looking for an effective nightly skincare routine that is clean, affordable, and actually works. As someone turning 50 very soon, this is my 15-minute, step-by-step, die-on-a-hill nigh...
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Step 1: Cleanse
Step 2: Prep & Treat
Step 3: Hydrate & Seal
Bonus: Tools & Extras
Step 1: Cleanse
Essential cleansing to get rid of dirt, impurities, makeup, and any deadly sins you have accumulated by the end of the day.
The Ultimate Makeup Melter. This cleansing balm is legit the bomb. Foundation, waterproof mascara, and daily sunscreen slide right off without scrubbing. It leaves skin feeling smooth and hydrated - never greasy or stripped. It has a subtle, clean ci...
Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm by Farmacy
The Gentle Second Cleanse.
This might be controversial, but you gotta double cleanse. The Green Clean balm removes the surface layer, but this gentle creamy cleanser is what actually cleans your skin. I always double cleanse - especially on heavy makeup days, after workouts, o...
This might be controversial, but you gotta double cleanse. The Green Clean balm removes the surface layer, but this gentle creamy cleanser is what actually cleans your skin. I always double cleanse - especially on heavy makeup days, after workouts, o...
Green Clean Gentle Creamy Cleanser by Farmacy
Keep Those Arms Dry.
Who says you can’t look like a fierce athlete while doing your skincare routine? That feeling of having water run down to your elbows, or worse, to your sleeves - no thanks. Put these Nike sweatbands on during your cleanse and you'll never run into t...
Who says you can’t look like a fierce athlete while doing your skincare routine? That feeling of having water run down to your elbows, or worse, to your sleeves - no thanks. Put these Nike sweatbands on during your cleanse and you'll never run into t...
Nike Unisex Adult Swoosh Classic Wristband 2 Pack
Step 2: Prep & Treat
Target specific skin concerns like dullness, wrinkles, and big ass pores before you go to sleep. You’ll wake up looking like you actually drink 8 glasses of water a day.
Unclog Pores & Clear Dead Skin.
There’s a reason this is a total cult favorite. BHA and salicylic acid are the dynamic duo. I use this 2–3 times a week on a cotton pad or clean fingertips to sweep away blackheads and dead skin so the rest of my products can actually penetrate clean...
There’s a reason this is a total cult favorite. BHA and salicylic acid are the dynamic duo. I use this 2–3 times a week on a cotton pad or clean fingertips to sweep away blackheads and dead skin so the rest of my products can actually penetrate clean...
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant by Paula's Choice
The Overnight Glow Serum.
When I want to wake up with glass skin, this is what I reach for. The 17% AHA/BHA blend works overnight to make your skin so smooth and touchable, plus it's great for fading dark spots. Because it’s infused with Farmacy’s signature buckwheat honey, i...
When I want to wake up with glass skin, this is what I reach for. The 17% AHA/BHA blend works overnight to make your skin so smooth and touchable, plus it's great for fading dark spots. Because it’s infused with Farmacy’s signature buckwheat honey, i...
Honey Glow 17% AHA + BHA Resurfacing Acid Serum by Farmacy
Glass Skin Genie in a Bottle.
One of my favorite steps in the whole routine, from the poster child of clean beauty: Glow Recipe. If you want that instant, lit-from-within dewy look without feeling greasy, this is it. The niacinamide works behind the scenes to calm redness, even o...
One of my favorite steps in the whole routine, from the poster child of clean beauty: Glow Recipe. If you want that instant, lit-from-within dewy look without feeling greasy, this is it. The niacinamide works behind the scenes to calm redness, even o...
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops by Glow Recipe
Step 3: Hydrate & Seal
Lock in all that repair for your skin barrier while you rest. Mature skin needs serious moisture, and this step ensures your treatments don't evaporate into thin air.
The Ultimate Ceramide Moisturizer.
This is absolute heaven in a jar. It has a pillowy, rich texture that sinks right into your skin, leaving it instantly supple, bouncy, and deeply hydrated. With a subtle, sweet honey scent, I swear I would eat this if I could LOL! Like buttah. Pat it...
This is absolute heaven in a jar. It has a pillowy, rich texture that sinks right into your skin, leaving it instantly supple, bouncy, and deeply hydrated. With a subtle, sweet honey scent, I swear I would eat this if I could LOL! Like buttah. Pat it...
Honey Halo Ultra-Hydrating Ceramide Moisturizer by Farmacy
The Glowiest Face Oil Ever.
This one is literally the holy grail of face oils. Is it possible to feel both firm and supple at the same time? Yes, yes it is. The Biossance face oil has a beautiful rose scent that is subtle, comforting, and deeply nourishing. I rub it on my palms...
This one is literally the holy grail of face oils. Is it possible to feel both firm and supple at the same time? Yes, yes it is. The Biossance face oil has a beautiful rose scent that is subtle, comforting, and deeply nourishing. I rub it on my palms...
Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Firming Oil by Biossance
Overnight Plumped Lip Hydration.
Who wants to wake up with dry, flaky lips no matter how much water you drank the day before? The Laneige lip sleeping mask is ICONIC Korean beauty. Slathering this on right before bed acts like an intense moisture blanket overnight. You wake up with ...
Who wants to wake up with dry, flaky lips no matter how much water you drank the day before? The Laneige lip sleeping mask is ICONIC Korean beauty. Slathering this on right before bed acts like an intense moisture blanket overnight. You wake up with ...
Lip Sleeping Mask by LANEIGE
Bonus: Tools & Extras
The luxurious 5-minute wind-down that your face and mind desperately need before hitting the sheets. These tools make sure every dollar of your skincare counts.
Facial Tension Release & Contouring.
For under 8 bucks, this is a total no-brainer. I use a gua sha 3-4 nights a week with my Biossance face oil and it's just like a mini at-home facelift. This helps release jaw tension (where are my fellow night grinders), it boosts circulation, and it...
For under 8 bucks, this is a total no-brainer. I use a gua sha 3-4 nights a week with my Biossance face oil and it's just like a mini at-home facelift. This helps release jaw tension (where are my fellow night grinders), it boosts circulation, and it...
Natural Jade Gua Sha Facial Tool
De-Puffing to the Max.
Keep this in your fridge or nightstand! I roll this over my face after applying the last step of face oil to help push the product deeper into the skin, and it feels like such a treat. The stainless steel roller instantly cools and de-puffs, setting ...
Keep this in your fridge or nightstand! I roll this over my face after applying the last step of face oil to help push the product deeper into the skin, and it feels like such a treat. The stainless steel roller instantly cools and de-puffs, setting ...
Stainless Steel Ice Roller for Face by Kitsch
Save Your Skincare (and Hair!)
Cotton pillowcases literally suck the moisture and skincare routine right out of you while you sleep. Switching to a satin pillowcase was a game-changer for me. Not only does it keep your products on your face - it helps prevent wrinkles and leaves y...
Cotton pillowcases literally suck the moisture and skincare routine right out of you while you sleep. Switching to a satin pillowcase was a game-changer for me. Not only does it keep your products on your face - it helps prevent wrinkles and leaves y...
Kitsch Satin Pillowcase with Zipper