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Glow Like You Have a Trust Fund (You Don’t)
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items My absolute favourite skin care product that will not cost me a fortune while still being effective!
Start every routine after brushing your teeth morning or night.
Mornings are simple: a quick flash of water, then hydrating essences, serums, moistu...
Sections
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Cleansing
Moisturiser
Morning Routine
Night 1 (Exfoliation)
Night 2 (Retinoids)
Night 3 (Recovery)
Cleansing
The secret to truly clean, happy skin! Start with an oil-based cleanser to melt away makeup and sunscreen, then follow with a water-based cleanser to wash off any residue and sweat. Together, they leave your skin fresh, balanced, and ready to glow. I...
I’ve been using The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser as my first step in double cleansing, and honestly, it’s become a favorite. It melts off makeup and sunscreen so easily, and my skin feels soft and calm afterward, never dry or tight. It’s simple, afford...
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
I use the Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser as my second, water-based step after oil cleansing, and it’s honestly perfect for that. The gel foams up just enough to leave my skin feeling fresh and clean without any tightness. It balances...
Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Cleanser Gel
Moisturiser
The final step to happy, healthy skin! Moisturizers hydrate, soothe, and protect your skin barrier, keeping your glow intact. Whether lightweight gels or rich creams, this step locks in all the benefits from your serums and cleansers while preventing...
I’ve been using Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream on my eczema-prone, sensitive skin, and it’s been a game-changer. Lightweight but soothing, it calms redness, strengthens my skin barrier, and layers well under SPF. Perfect for keeping flare-ups in check w...
Dr.Althea 345 Relief Cream
Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream is a rich, comforting cream for my eczema-prone, sensitive skin. It soothes redness, heals flaky patches, and strengthens the skin barrier, all without feeling greasy. A solid pick for calmer, healthier skin.
Dr.Althea 147 Barrier Cream
Morning Routine
Kickstart your day with hydration, targeted treatments, and protection. Light, fast-absorbing products prep your skin, lock in moisture, and shield it from UV damage while giving you a healthy morning glow.
The COSRX Snail Mucin is my go-to first step after cleansing in every routine, morning, night one & three (exception is retinoids night). It’s lightweight, soothing, and hydrating, leaving my skin soft, plump, and ready for the rest of my product...
COSRX Snail 96% Mucin Power Essence
I use a few drops of this every morning after my snail mucin essence and before my moisturizer. The texture is light yet nourishing, and it layers smoothly without piling. My skin feels calmer, looks more even, and has a subtle glow, not shiny, just ...
Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum
Night 1 (Exfoliation)
Night 1: Exfoliation
Clears pores, smooths texture, and helps your skin shed dead cells for a fresh base.
The Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant is my go-to exfoliating step on the first night of my 3-night skin cycling routine. I apply it after cleansing and before my snail mucin essence. It’s lightweight, clears pores, smooths textu...
Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Exfoliant
Night 2 (Retinoids)
Night 2: Retinoid Night
Retinoids work overnight to improve tone, texture, and fine lines. Hydration is key to keep skin calm.
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 is my go-to on retinoid night (second night of my 3-night skin cycling routine). I apply it right after cleansing and just before my retinoid. It keeps my skin hydrated, plump, and comfortable, helping the retinoi...
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion is my retinoid step on the second night of skin cycling, applied after the Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. Start slowly: use only a pea-sized amount, as a little goes a long way. Retinoids can initially cause breakouts or ...
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion
Night 3 (Recovery)
Night 3: Recovery Night
Focus on soothing, repairing, and strengthening your skin barrier to support overall skin health.
The ANUA Azelaic Acid 10+ Serum is my go-to on recovery night, the third night of my skin cycling routine. I apply it right after my snail mucin essence and before my moisturizer.
It feels lightweight and soothing, calming any redness or irritation f...
Anua Azelaic Acid 10
Nice to have
Spot care, eye treatments, lip care, and lash/brow boosters.
These products address specific concerns (like pimples, scars, dryness, or fine lines)without overloading your routine, giving your skin extra love where it needs it most.
These are not n...
The Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum is a lightweight, evening eye serum with ginseng and retinal. I use a tiny amount each night, and it leaves my under-eyes smoother, firmer, and more rested without irritation.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum
The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh Rice is my favorite daily sunscreen. It’s ultra-light, absorbs quickly, leaves no white cast, and feels soothing and hydrating. I personally prefer this version over Rice + Probiotics , the finish is sleeker...
Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh: Rice + B5 (SPF50+ PA++++)
The Urban ReLeaf Zinc Oxide Salve is my go‑to final step each night
I apply a tiny dab only on pimples and acne scars, after everything else. It’s rich, feels protective, and gives my skin a calm, barrier‑boosted finish.
If you’ve got areas that flar...
Urban ReLeaf Zinc Oxide Salve
I apply a thin line of this every evening along my upper lash line and across my brows (right after cleansing, when my skin’s still dry). After about 2–3 months of consistent use, I’ve noticed my lashes look a bit longer and my brows have fewer spars...
The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum
The Starface Black Star Pimple Patches are my go-to overnight fix for pimples. They flatten spots, reduce redness, and prevent picking. Plus, the cute star design makes them fun to wear out during the day!
Black Star Pimple Patches for Face
This has been my go‑to for seriously dry lips. The rich seal of cocoa butter leaves my lips feeling soft and protected overnight , no cracking or weird texture by morning. The cocoa scent is a nice treat, and the tiny tin is perfect for slipping into...
Vaseline Lip Therapy Lip Balm Tin, Cocoa Butter