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Best Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin | Sensitive, Acne-Prone & Combination Skin
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items My favourite skincare routine for combination, sensitive and acne-prone skin, featuring gentle cleansers, hydrating toners, brightening serums, moisturizers and daily SPF for healthy, glowing-looking skin. I've included several alternatives for each ...
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☀️ AM Routine : Cleansers, Toners & Essences
☀️ AM Routine — Brightening Serums & Moisturizer
☀️ AM Routine — Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+
🌙 PM Routine — First Cleanse
🌙 PM Routine — Treatment & Serums
🌙 PM Routine — Hydration & Skin Barrier Repair
☀️ AM Routine : Cleansers, Toners & Essences
Start your morning with a gentle cleanser and a hydrating toner or essence. Choose one cleanser and one toner/essence rather than layering everything, especially if your skin is sensitive or acne-prone
My go-to when my skin feels dry, sensitive or tight. It cleanses without leaving that stripped feeling. I prefer this in the morning or on days when my skin barrier feels irritated ✨️
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Perfect for combination or oilier mornings when I want a fresh gel cleanser. I reach for this when my skin feels congested but I still want a simple routine.
I use this in a day and night or after removing make up with cleanser. Then follow with your...
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Face Cleanser
My pick when my skin feels oily or congested. It gives a fresh, deep-clean feeling without making my routine feel heavy. I’d choose this on oilier days rather than when my skin barrier feels irritated.
Use an oil cleanser first before following with ...
Medicube Zero Pore Capsule Cleansing Foam
One of my favourite soothing toners when my skin looks red or feels irritated. It adds lightweight hydration without making my routine feel heavy, making it an easy step after cleansing. I especially like it when my skin needs a calmer, simpler routi...
Anua Heartleaf 77 Soothing Toner
A simple, gentle cleanser I reach for when my skin needs a no-fuss routine. The creamy texture works especially well for dry or sensitive skin, and I like it on days when I want to keep my skincare routine minimal and comfortable ✨️
Wipe off using a ...
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
My pick when my skin feels dehydrated and needs an extra layer of lightweight moisture. I like applying a small amount after cleansing and before serum or moisturizer. It’s especially useful on days when my skin feels dry without wanting a heavy crea...
Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium
A toner-moisturizer hybrid I like when my skin needs more hydration without adding several layers. It leaves my skin feeling soft and comfortable, making it a good option for dry or dehydrated days when I want to simplify my routine 🥰💕
LANEIGE Cream Skin Toner & Moisturizer
A milky toner I like when my skin looks dull or feels dry. It gives my routine a more moisturized, dewy finish and works nicely before serum and moisturizer. I’d choose this when I want hydration and glow rather than a lightweight watery toner ✨️
TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner
☀️ AM Routine — Brightening Serums & Moisturizer
Brightening and hydrating options for my morning routine. I usually choose one main serum rather than layering every active together, followed by a lightweight moisturizer before sunscreen.
One of my favourite Korean skincare serums for a healthy-looking glow. I like it when my skin looks dull or feels a little stressed, especially because the lightweight texture layers easily under moisturizer and sunscreen. A good everyday option when...
Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum : Propolis + Niacinamide
My go-to essence when my skin feels dehydrated and needs lightweight hydration. I like the slippery texture and how it leaves my skin feeling softer and more plump without adding a heavy cream. ✨️
Use it after toner and before serum or moisturizer💕
COSRX Advance Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
A budget-friendly Vitamin C option I like when my skin looks dull or uneven. I use brightening serums like this in my morning routine before moisturizer and sunscreen. A good choice if you’re looking for an accessible Vitamin C step without making yo...
Garnier Bright Complete Vitamin C Booster Serum
One of my favourite lightweight Vitamin C options when I want a simple brightening step. I like the gentle-feeling formula and easy-to-layer texture. This is the Vitamin C serum I’d pick when I want to target dull-looking skin while keeping the rest ...
Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin C Drop
My lightweight moisturizer pick when I want hydration without a heavy finish. The gel-cream texture works nicely for combination skin and is easy to layer under sunscreen in the morning. I’d also use it at night when I want a lighter moisturizer.✨️
BYOMA Moisturizing Gel Cream
☀️ AM Routine — Daily Sunscreen SPF 50+
My daily sunscreen options for protecting the skin from UV exposure. Choose one sunscreen that feels comfortable with your skin type, makeup routine and preferred finish.
My top pick when I want a comfortable Korean sunscreen with a hydrated, skin-like finish. I especially like it under makeup because it doesn’t feel overly heavy on my skin. A great everyday option if you prefer a dewy finish.🫶🏻✨️
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics (SPF50+ PA++++)
My lightweight sunscreen pick when I don’t want a heavy or creamy finish. The watery texture makes it easy to use every morning, especially when I’m layering skincare underneath or wearing makeup. I’d choose this if you prefer a fresh, lightweight fe...
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence
One of my favourite Japanese sunscreen options for a lightweight, glowy finish. I like the watery-gel texture and how easily it fits into a daily skincare routine. A nice option if you prefer a skin-like finish without a noticeable white cast ✨️
Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++
My pick when I want sunscreen that also feels moisturizing. The comfortable, skin-like finish works especially well for dry, combination or dehydrated skin. I’d reach for this when I want to keep my morning routine simple without sacrificing hydratio...
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing UV Lock
My affordable everyday sunscreen option, especially if you’re looking for something easy to find in Indonesia. I like the lightweight water-based feel for daily wear and prefer it when I want a simple, comfortable SPF step. 💕
Wardah UV Shield Aqua Fresh Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
🌙 PM Routine — First Cleanse
First-cleanse options for my PM routine to remove sunscreen, makeup and daily buildup before my regular facial cleanser. Choose one based on your preference—cleansing oil or micellar water.
My go-to cleansing oil when I need to remove sunscreen or makeup before my regular cleanser. I like using it as the first step of a double-cleansing routine, especially on days when I’ve worn heavier sunscreen or makeup. ✨️
Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil
My convenient first-cleanse option when I want something gentle and easy to use. I especially like micellar water for removing makeup or sunscreen before cleansing properly. A useful choice if your skin is sensitive or you prefer a lighter first-clea...
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
A lightweight cleansing oil I like for removing sunscreen, makeup and daily buildup. It fits nicely into a double-cleansing routine and is a good alternative if you prefer an oil cleanser with a lighter texture. ✨️
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
🌙 PM Routine — Treatment & Serums
Brightening, hydrating and targeted treatment options for different skin concerns. Choose based on your routine and skin needs rather than layering everything together. Use BHA only a few times per week if your skin tolerates it.
My targeted exfoliation option when I’m dealing with clogged pores, blackheads or uneven texture. Because BHA is an active treatment, I don’t use it every night and prefer to introduce it gradually. I keep the rest of my routine simple on BHA nights ...
Paulas Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid
A brightening serum I like when my skin looks dull or uneven and I want to focus on a more radiant-looking complexion. I’d use this as my main brightening serum rather than layering it with several other active serums at once 🌻
Somethinc Diamond Glow PhytoCell Serum
My budget-friendly niacinamide option when my skin looks oily or uneven. I prefer using it as a simple targeted serum rather than layering several active products together. A good option if oiliness and the appearance of pores are your main skincare ...
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
🌙 PM Routine — Hydration & Skin Barrier Repair
Hydrating and soothing options for the end of my PM routine. Choose one moisturizer based on how lightweight or rich you want your finish to feel; the mist is an optional extra step.
My holy grail moisturizer for repairing a damaged skin barrier. Cool, refreshing, and deeply hydrating!💕
This ultra-lightweight gel moisturizer calms irritation and keeps our skin barrier hydrated all day ✨️ Don't forget to add my favourite skincare...
SKINTIFIC 5X Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisture Gel
An optional soothing mist I like to keep around when my skin feels uncomfortable or simply needs a refreshing layer of hydration. It’s not an essential skincare step, but it can be a nice extra for sensitive or dry-feeling skin ✨️
La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water Spray
A richer moisturizer for dry or dehydrated skin. It leaves my skin feeling soft, hydrated and comfortable, especially when I need extra moisture.
Use it in the morning and night for soft, supple, and glowing skin all day long!✨️
LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer
My splurge-worthy moisturizer when I want a richer, dewy finish. I’d reach for this when my skin feels dry and I want a more nourishing final step at night. Best suited to routines where hydration and a soft, radiant finish are the priority 💧✨️
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream
🧖♀️ Weekly Treatments & Extra Skincare Care
Optional extras for days when my skin needs additional exfoliation, pore care or lip hydration. These are not everyday steps, so I use them according to my skin's needs rather than all at once.
An occasional exfoliation option for days when I want to remove surface buildup without using a harsh scrub. I wouldn’t use this on the same night as stronger exfoliating treatments, and I’d keep it occasional rather than making it an everyday step ...
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Mild Peeling Gel
My overnight lip-care pick when my lips feel dry or chapped. I like applying a generous layer before bed and leaving it overnight for softer-feeling lips in the morning. This is an optional extra rather than part of my core face routine. For best res...
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
A compact essential I always keep in my bag. Perfect for travel and super easy to use! 🤗
My occasional clay-mask option when my skin feels oily or congested. I like the convenient stick format for targeted use, especially around areas that tend to l...
SKINTIFIC Mugwort Acne Clay Stick Mask