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My Super Simple Skin Routine as a 40-Something Year-Old Mom
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items My mantra with skincare and makeup is a strong, “keep it simple.” I have ADHD, 2 kids, 2 dogs, and I don't have the time, energy, or extra dopamine to make things complicated when it comes to self-care, but I also like to have healthy, glowing skin. ...
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Let's Face It
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Love The Skin You're In
Protect The Skin You're In
A Hairy Situation
Let's Face It
Face the truth, the skin on your face is what people notice first. I have combination skin (oily in spots and dry in spots), and I'm nearing my late forties so I'm trying to give that facial skin some extra TLC now that I don't produce as much collag...
I use this face wash at night to really clear off the day's dirt and grime. It's super affordable, and it works.
AcneFree Oil Free Acne Cream Cleanser 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide Treatment, 8 oz
Sunday Riley's Good Genes Lactic Acid serum sold me on the benefits of lactic acid. It's great at gentle but thorough exfoliation and has moisturizing, soothing ingredients to keep inflammation down. It works on fine lines, dark spots, blemishes, and...
Good Genes All-In-One AHA Lactic Acid Treatment
The dry spots on my face love this moisturizing gel cream. The oily spots love that it's lightweight and oil-free. It's the perfect base layer.
GinZing™ Energizing Gel Cream with Caffeine & Niacinamide
Once my skin is clean and moisturized, I put on this BareMinerals tinted moisturizer for an additional boost of moisture with ingredients that also help control any breakouts I might have. It evens out my skin, and it also has SPF 30, so I don't have...
COMPLEXION RESCUE® Tinted Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid and Mineral SPF 30
I dab a quick spot of concealer over any blemishes. Bobbi Brown makes a nice creamy, effective one that isn't too drying.
Skin Concealer Stick
I have used BareMinerals mineral veil powder for almost 20 years now, and I love it. I also love their “warmth” powder if I want to add a touch of color to my cheeks.
Mineral Veil Talc Free Setting Powder
I toss a little lip balm on my lips, and I'm ready to roll! This Burt's Bee's balm gives just the right pop of color.
Gloss & Glow Glossy Balm - Burt's Bees
I know I keep harping on moisturizing my skin, but exfoliation and moisture are the two biggest things that keep my skin healthy as it ages. I don't use this Tatcha overnight repair cream too often, but it's like a long, refreshing gulp of moisture f...
Indigo Overnight Repair Serum in Cream Treatment
One way I keep my skin balanced and keep the blemishes away is by exfoliating regularly. Clinique's exfoliating scrub has been the most effective one I've found.
Exfoliating Face Scrub
When I haven't gotten enough sleep and have dark circles under my eyes, a little dab of this brightens them up and has hydrating ingredients to help restore the skin health as well.
Milani Conceal + Perfect Undereye Brightener, Rose
I use my acne cleanser at night, but this moisturizing cleanser is perfect for pumping up my skin in the morning. (If it seems like I’m harping on moisturizing…yup. It’s been key to keeping my skin healthy as it ages.)
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser, 6.76 fl oz
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Human skin is around 64% water. That means that even a tiny bit of dehydration can impact it. Here are my favorite resources for staying well-hydrated from the inside out.
I love my Owala water bottle! It's the perfect design. You can sip through the straw or gulp it down from the spout.
Owala 40oz Freesip Stainless Steel Water Bottle
If I need to quickly rehydrate for some reason, Drip Drop packets are my pick for an easy way to maximize hydration quickly with a great blend of electrolytes and half the sugar of sports drinks. Fruit punch is my favorite flavor, but they're all goo...
DripDrop Electrolyte Powder Drink Mix for Dehydration Relief Fast, Fruit Punch, 32pk
Stanley cups are popular for a reason. They're sturdy, fit in your car's cup holder, and the handle makes them so easy to carry.
Stanley 30 oz Stainless Steel H2.0 Flowstate Quencher Tumbler
Your skin is one of your first defense barriers in keeping moisture in, where it belongs. This moisturizing sheet face mask is clinically proven to increase moisture after your first use.
Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Mask
Love The Skin You're In
Skin care is more than just products and techniques. It's caring about your body and feeling gratitude and love for the skin you reside in.
Some things I do just for how they make me feel good. Dry skin brushing might be good for circulation or exfoliation, but it just feels soothing and calming to me.
Supercharge Copper Body Brush for Exfoliating & Circulation
I love this print to remind myself that it's progress and not perfection when it comes to taking care of my skin and my body.
Progress Not Perfection - Simple Self-Care Growth Mindset Quote, Recovery Slogan Art Printable for Therapy Office Decor (INSTANT DOWNLOAD)
These self-love positive affirmation cards are beautiful and give you a mental hug every time you meditate on one.
Give Yourself Kindness Affirmation Cards ~ Mindfulness Cards ~ Self Compassion Gift ~ Self Gift
We live in hurried society, but self-care doesn't have to be complicated. Blys is a company that actually brings the massage therapy to you at your home or office so that you can get the circulation benefits of massage work any time.
Massage At Home - Mobile Massage & Home Massage Near Me | Blys
Every so often, I like to treat myself to a facial at a spa. Aveda is one of my favorites, mostly because I love their focus on aromatherapy and pure ingredients. One reason getting a facial once in a while is so helpful is that an aesthetician is ab...
Aveda - Salon and Spa
Protect The Skin You're In
We only get one flesh suit. I'm doing what I can to take care of it in a world that can have some harsh conditions.
The American Cancer Society recommends a self skin check for moles and concerning spots once a month. I also make sure that I go in for an annual mole check with my dermatologist.
How to Do a Skin Self-Exam | Examine Your Skin
I have sensory issues, so I'm very picky about my sunscreen. Sun Bum works great and has a light, coconut scent. The spray makes it easy to get hard-to-reach spots.
Sun Bum Original Sunscreen Spray - SPF 50 - 6oz
This is my absolute favorite sunscreen when I don't have to cover my entire body. It's not greasy at all and absorbs almost instantly with no scent.
2024 New Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen Sweat proof SPF50/PA+++ Sunblock Sunscreen Blue,3PCS Mineral-Based Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin
These sunscreen application brushes revolutionized sunblock application for myself and my kids. My hands stay clean, and the unbelievably soft, dense bristles are great for people with sensory issues.
Mothercould Sunscreen Brush Set - 2 Pack
For face, shoulders, and décolletage, this brush-on sunscreen is fabulous, quick, and easy!
(Re)setting 100% Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++
I still like to have a little color and glow to my otherwise pale skin, so in the summer, I use this self-tanner on my legs. It's a very natural-looking shade and doesn't have a strong scent to it.
Love at First Tan 1 Hour Self Tan Mousse - b.tan
The secret to a nice, natural-looking, non-streaky self tan is to exfoliate well before applying and then use a mitt to apply it evenly in small circles.
Double Sided Luxe Tan Applicator Mitt
Protecting your skin starts from the inside out. Foods that fight inflammation work on your whole body, including your skin, to encourage health.
The 12 Best Foods for Healthy Skin
One of the best ways to protect yourself from the sun is by covering up strategically.
Woven Palm Sun Hat
I've tried all sorts of lotion for my skin that gets dried out in winter, and Jergen's Ultra-Healing is hands (and feet) down my favorite. The scent is extremely light and pleasant. It absorbs quickly and truly does an incredible job of rehydrating m...
Jergens Ultra Healing Hand and Body Lotion Dry Skin Moisturizer, Vitamins C, E, B5, 32 oz
Don't forget to moisturize your lips! I love Laneige, and they have a bunch of different, yummy flavors, plus frequent limited edition varieties. All with the same super-hydrating properties.
Lip Sleeping Mask Intense Hydration with Vitamin C
The best sun protection is covering your skin. This loose, linen oversized shirt comes in several different color options. I love its classic lines. Makes a nice summer dress or swimsuit cover-up.
100% European Linen Shirt Dress
I’ve added red light therapy to my skincare regimen, and it’s been such a nice gentle way to pamper my skin and reduce inflammation.
MitoPRO+ | Red Light Therapy Panel Series
A Hairy Situation
Between grays starting to come in and hormones changing, my hair is quite different than it was in my 20s and 30s. Here are some products I love to help manage it and keep it looking nice in an stress-free way.
Gotta love a good dry shampoo. I like the ingredients in this one and the fact that the container is refillable. Dry shampoo can add a day or two before I need to wash it, and that’s my favorite part.
The Refillable Dry Shampoo - Crown Affair | Sephora
When my hair needs a good clarifying wash and light conditioner, my go-to is Aveda Rosemary Mint shampoo and conditioner.
Aveda Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo & Weightless Conditioner 8.5 oz (Pack of 2)