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A Medical Aesthetician's Skincare Routine
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items What is in my arsenal? I'm a sucker for skincare, but here is what I always have on hand for my skin (which has multiple personalities) and FYI - no I don't use ALL of these EVERYDAY. My skin changes on the regular, so I need different products for t...
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My Makeup Removers
My Cleansers
My Toners
My Exfoliators
My Serums
My Moisturizers
My Makeup Removers
First step of my routine is to remove all makeup prior to cleansing.
I'm subscribed to this on Amazon. Removes all my makeup including eyes without irritating my skin
Garnier Micellar Water with Hyaluronic Acid
With my breakout-prone skin, I love these. I don't have to worry about using a washcloth with harsh detergents on it. These towels are disposable, biodegradable and gentle on all skin types - no to mention they're a good size too!
Clean Skin Club Clean Towels XL™
This was one of the first skincare products I worked with while in esthetics school. Over a decade later and I always have it on hand. Whether it's to remove makeup or if I'm in the mood for a double cleanse - it's a versatile product for me
Dermalogica Precleanse Oil Cleanser, Makeup Remover for Face
My Cleansers
My cleanser changes depending on my skin. I use a gentle cleanser when my rosacea/breakouts flare up or if my skin is stable I enjoy a cleanser with an AHA/BHA
I'm a lifer when it comes to Skin Better Science, but this cleanser will always be my ultimate fav. I love that it contains actives, gets foamy but doesn't strip my skin
Skin Better Science Refining Foam Cleanser
If I don't know what mood my skin is in or I just had a treatment and need something gentle - this is what I reach for. It has a creamy feel to it but also gives a nice lather when cleansing. My skin feels hydrated and not stripped after using this.
Foaming Peptide Cleanser – RA Skin Care
Gentle cleanser for any state my skin is in. It's pH-balanced and has a light, clean scent. Has lactic acid to lightly exfoliate but keep skin hydrated
OSEA Ocean Cleanser 5 oz - Nourishing Facial Cleansing Gel
My Toners
Toners are optional. Toners are not what they use to be. Today, they are gentle and effective. I use them as a secondary cleanse or a form of exfoliation
A toner soaked pad of acne fighting ingredients that is also super gentle on the skin. I use these daily
Physiogel Red Soothing Cica Toner Pad
If I'm not using the Physiogel pads, I'm using these. Super gentle, skin feels clean and exfoliated without over-doing it
Aqua Bomb PHA Exfoliating Toner Pads - belif
This is new to my rotation but became easily obsessed. This is a dupe to the expensive SkII essence. Keeps my skin looking bright and clear
NEOGEN DERMALOGY Real Ferment Micro Essence 5.07 oz / 150m
I use this when my skin is in need of gentle products
belif Moisturizing Bomb Toner with Ceramide
Helps remove stubborn impurities to reveal your skin's true radiance and prepare it for the rest of your regimen. It is crafted with a mix of AHA and pitera bio-ingredient rich in vitamins, organic acids, minerals, and amino acids that work together ...
SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion Toner
My Exfoliators
I'm not a big fan of scrubs. I love peel pads or serums enriched with gentle AHA's or BHA's
I use these 2-3 times a week for extra exfoliation. My skin is very sensitive but can tolerate these peel pads perfectly. They're quick and easy to use. The best part is it's like having a peel at home but not having to deal with actual peeling!
Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Exfoliating Peel Pads
This can be used as a daily moisturizer. Personally, my skin can't tolerate this daily, so I use it 3-4x per week. Talk about an instant glow up!
Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Glow Moisturizer
Deeply exfoliates the dull surface of the skin for instant glow and radiance. Visibly brightens the appearance of dark spots and discoloration, while restoring clarity and smoothness.
Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment
This retinol is as close as you can get to tretinoin over-the-counter. With it's encapsulation technology, my skin never gets dry or irritated. Also, combined with glycolic acid to keep skin balanced and bright
Skin Better Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream
My Serums
My serums change often due to my skin being unpredictable at times. These serums I always need to have on hand and use on a regular basis
They're not called “super drops” for no reason. My skin is very reactive for no reason, as well as sensitive. I use these if my skin is not in the best place but I still want to get good anti-aging ingredients into my skin
belif Super Drops Retinol & Peptide Serum
Achieve a dewy radiance with 2-in-1 hydration & antioxidant care. Improves hydration in the skin. Addresses skin dryness by providing intensive hydration care with ingredients extracted with Bio-conversion Technology
belif Aqua Bomb Hydrating Hyalucid™ 11% Serum
Vitamin C is a must in every routine. My skin cannot tolerate vitamin C in it's purest form. This one by Vanicream my skin loves and I'm still reaping the brightening effects and protecting my skin from free radicals
Vanicream™ Vitamin C Serum
Instantly boosts moisture levels and supports long-term hydration. Improves Texture Over Time with retinol to smooth skin texture with consistent use. Formulated without harsh ingredients, the serum is ideal for skin prone to sensitivity, redness, or...
NassifMD Hydro-Screen Serum with Hyaluronic & Retinol
My Moisturizers
Due to my combination/reactive skin as well as living in a very seasonal climate, my moisturizer changes often
I use this either in the fall/winter when I'm more dry, after a skin treatment to help repair my skin or as a “night cream”
Biossance Squalane + Omega Repair Cream
I have this on hand whenever I need an extra boost of hydration. I apply my moisturizer and then spray this on top. Also a great setting spray for makeup!
Curel Japanese Skin Care Deep Moisture Spray
This has a legit cult-following at our office, and for good reason. Contains minimal ingredients (primarily omega 6) and can be used for anything from dry skin to cuts/burns/rashes. In fact, this is what I used when my kids had diaper rashes.
Rhonda Allison Drops of Essence – RA Skin Care
MY SPF
Here is the SPF I always have on hand whether I'm home or on a vacation
If I could choose only one product to bring to an island - THIS IS IT. I've tried pretty much every tinted SPF out there and I always come back to this one. The color is perfect for any skin tone and best of all it's a mineral SPF that doesn't feel h...
Skinbetter Science Sunbetter Products | Skincare Technology
I love the versatility of this SPF. I tend to use this as a primer + SPF. I sometimes even layer this underneath my Skin Better Science Tone Smart and let me tell you .. chef's kiss *muah*
Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 Sunrise
Here is another tinted SPF that I like to have on hand. It's much more sheer than my Skin Better brand, so I tend to use it more when I don't need any coverage or I want a ‘matte’ look.
ISDIN Eryfotona Ageless SPF 50+ Tinted
My Eye/Lip Products
Some people can manage to use their regular skincare on their eyes or lips. My skin unfortunately prefers separate eye + lip products, especially my eyes since I'm prone to milia
OBSESSED. This eye cream melts into the skin around my eyes. My eyes stay hydrated all day and all night long. I tend to use this eye product primarily at night and apply to both my upper and lower eyelids
belif Moisturizing Eye Bomb with Peptide and Ceramide
If you're looking for an eye retinol, look no further. This causes zero irritation and noticeable results in 4-6 weeks. Can be used on the upper eyelids as well!
SkinBetter Science EyeMax AlphaRet Overnight Eye Cream
A leave-on lip mask to soften lips while delivering intense moisture and antioxidants while you sleep
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
I've been using this literally since 2017. It has given me THE best lashes compared to all the other brands. In fact, I use twice a day. Makes every single mascara seem awesome
Babe Original Lash Serum
Significantly reduces redness to help reveal your eyes' natural radiance. From the eye care experts at Bausch plus Lomb, LUMIFY works in 1 minute and lasts up to 8 hours
LUMIFY Eye Drops Redness Reliever
Brightens and corrects dark circles - in four shades for all skin tones. Complete with a cooling applicator to reduce puffiness.
Colorescience Total Eye 3-in-1 Anti-Aging Renewal Therapy
I'm a BIG fan of lip products (hence, why I have a seperate board to recommend lip products) THIS product in particular though is my #1 choice if I could only pick one. It works during the day for a nice hydrating, plump lip or at night as an overnig...
Glow Recipe Hyaluronic Acid Plumping Lip Balm for Women & Men
My Body/Hand Products
Nobody wants an aesthetician with dry, flaky hands! These hand and body products are the most effective on my overly cleansed hands. I often use my body products on my hands as well
Urea does wonders for the skin, especially my hands with all the daily handwashing I do
UreaRepair PLUS 5% Urea Hand Cream | for dry, rough hands | Eucerin
Obviously I use this on my body but I also love applying this to my feet to keep them exfoliated and soft
Body Therapy
Not only is the smell to die for but when I do have to shave (I've had laser hair done) I don't get any bumps or irritation with this
eos Cashmere Shave Oil Pink Champagne
I don't need to shave too often anymore due to laser hair reduction treatments, but I still keep a razor on hand. This is my favorite. Effective and gentle and if you don't have any shaving gel/oil, you don't need it. I love the little shower holder ...
Flamingo Moisture Plus Women's Razor Set - Razor Handle, 4 Blade Refills, Shower Holder
This foot peel is everything. I knew it could take a bit until you saw exfoliation. My feet were dry a couple days later and I thought - "that's it?" ohhhhh no, maybe 10 days later the skin was coming off in sheets and it's no lie - they look like a ...
Original Exfoliation Lavender Scented Foot Peel - Baby Foot
Misc/As Needed
Some extras I always have on my vanity!
I'm breakout-prone and a soon as I notice something brewing, I throw these patches on at bedtime. By the time I wake up, they're either completely gone or significantly reduced
Differin Acne Patches, Pimple Patches for Acne Prone Skin
Aquaphor is my one essential solution for many skin care needs; use on dry, cracked skin, as a lip moisturizer, facial moisturizer, hydrating mask, minor wound care and much more.
Aquaphor Healing Ointment® (14oz.)
Everyone needs a pair of tweezers like these with the needle-like nose. I pretty much am using it 5-7 days a week. I use it for my brows, extractions, ingrown hairs - all of it. It's worth it
Tweezerman | Deluxe Point Tweezers