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Skin Care + Hair Must Haves
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items These are my essentials for a glowy looking skin
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Cleanser
Exfoliant
Toner
Serum
Moisturizer
Sunscreen
Cleanser
For OILY, DRY, SENSITIVE SKIN
This hydrating cleanser is gentle and perfect for dry, sensitive skin, leaving it soft and moisturized.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
Ideal for sensitive skin, it cleanses without stripping moisture, leaving skin calm and refreshed.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Cleanser
A mild, non-irritating cleanser that removes dirt and oil without disrupting the skin’s natural moisture balance.
Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser Face Wash
Safe reputation for being gentle on skin. It's widely used for both makeup removal and deep cleansing.
Neutrogena Fresh Foaming Daily Facial Cleanser
Free from common allergens and irritants, this is a safe, gentle option for sensitive skin.
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser 8 fl oz
Well-rated for all skin types, especially oily and combination skin. It’s a luxury option that’s generally safe, with no harsh ingredients.
Tatcha The Deep Cleanse | Deep Pore Cleanser & ...
Highly rated for its gentle, non-drying properties. Suitable for most skin types and particularly good for sensitive skin.
Soy pH-Balanced Hydrating Face Wash - Cleansers - Fresh
Very popular, suitable for all skin types, and gentle, though some with very sensitive skin might want to patch test due to its mild fragrance.
Philosophy Purity
Well-regarded for acne-prone and oily skin types. Avene products are dermatologically tested and safe for sensitive skin.
Cleanance Cleansing Gel | Avène USA - Avene
Gentle, non-drying, and highly rated by customers and dermatologists. A trusted product in skincare routines.
Ultra Facial Cleanser - Kiehl's
Exfoliant
For OILY/ACNE-PRONE SKIN, DRY/SENSITIVE SKIN, COMBINATION SKIN
Highly rated, but as it's an acid, it should be used with caution, particularly for sensitive skin. Always patch test!!!
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner | The Ordinary
Widely considered a top product for gentle exfoliation, especially for acne-prone skin, with a strong reputation for being safe and effective.
SKIN PERFECTING 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel
Rated highly but might be too harsh for some due to the salt and physical exfoliation. It’s generally safe, but sensitive skin types may want to avoid it.
Ocean Salt | Exfoliating Face And Body Scrub - Lush
Very popular for gentle exfoliation, suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin, and is dermatologist-recommended.
Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator Smooths & Brightens Skin
Known for its gentle exfoliating properties, it’s generally considered safe for most skin types, but those with sensitive skin should patch test.
Pixi Glow Tonic 250ml Exfoliating and Brightening Toner
Loved for its fruity enzyme-based exfoliation, it’s gentle but might not be suitable for very sensitive skin due to the scrubbing particles.
Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub – Exfoliating Face ... - Kiehl's
Highly rated as a gentle exfoliant with no harsh physical scrubbing elements. Suitable for sensitive skin.
The Rice Polish: Classic Foaming Enzyme Exfoliant Powder
Dermatologically tested and generally safe for combination skin, though those with very sensitive skin should be cautious due to its exfoliating ingredients.
Clinique Clarifying Lotion 2 - Exfoliator for Dry Skin
Toner
A toner can help balance the skin’s pH after cleansing and add hydration.
Known for being a gentle toner, but some people with very sensitive skin report irritation due to the alcohol (though it’s alcohol-free in some formulas). It’s generally well-loved but may require patch testing.
Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Toner
Highly rated, popular for its mild glycolic acid, and suitable for most skin types, though sensitive skin types should use it cautiously.
Pixi Glow Tonic 250ml Exfoliating and Brightening Toner
Highly rated for its calming, hydrating, and alcohol-free formula, making it safe and suitable for sensitive skin.
[KLAIRS] Unscented Toner 6.08 fl oz
Safe for most skin types, with mild exfoliating properties. Paula's Choice is a reputable brand known for skin-friendly formulations.
Face Toner | Alcohol-Free & Fragrance-Free - Paula's Choice
This is an exfoliating toner, so it’s best for those who know how their skin reacts to glycolic acid. It’s generally safe, but patch testing is recommended.
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner | The Ordinary
This Rose Toner Deep Hydration provides refreshing, long-lasting moisture, leaving your skin feeling soft and revitalized.
Rose Toner Deep Hydration 250ml | Fresh US
It’s popular but contains glycolic acid, so it can be harsh for some skin types, particularly sensitive skin. Use with caution.
Glycolic Acid Toner - Anti Aging - Mario Badescu
Very gentle and well-regarded for its hydrating and antioxidant properties, this is a safe toner for most skin types.
Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Facial Toner - Aesop
Serum
Serums are concentrated formulas that target specific concerns like acne, dark spots, or dryness. They help to deliver active ingredients deeper into the skin.
This is the number 1 rated serum. Highly recommend for most type of skins aka dry, oily, ect.
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) | The Ordinary
A staple in skincare, known for its effectiveness and safe use for most skin types, though it’s a more expensive option.
Vitamin C & E Serum | Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Generally safe and highly rated for brightening and anti-aging effects, with no harsh ingredients.
Violet-C Brightening Serum - Vitamin C Serum - Tatcha
A classic and well-loved serum that’s highly regarded for anti-aging benefits and safe for most skin types.
Advanced Night Repair Best Anti-Aging Skincare | Estée Lauder
Well-rated and one of the most affordable, it’s effective and safe for oily, acne-prone skin.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Highly rated, with a strong reputation for brightening and firming. Suitable for most skin types, though some with sensitive skin should patch test.
C-Firma™ Fresh Day Serum - Drunk Elephant
A trusted product that’s generally safe for most skin types, with good ratings for its restorative properties
Midnight Recovery Concentrate Moisturizing Face Oil Serum
Known for its ability to lighten dark spots safely and effectively. Highly rated for hyperpigmentation.
Murad Age Spot & Pigment Lightening Serum
A deep hydrating serum paired with a high-strength vitamin formula makes the perfect combination of The Ordinary skin care products.
The Ordinary Face Care Bundle + Cleansing Wipes
Moisturizer
Even oily skin needs moisture, just make sure it’s lightweight if you tend to get greasy throughout the day.
Evil Good Beef Tallow is a skincare product made with natural ingredients, offering deep hydration and nourishment for healthy, radiant skin.
Evil Goods – World's BEST Beef Tallow Balm
Unlock the power of a transparent collagen jelly cream designed to specifically target and correct uneven skin tone. Reveal a more harmonious, luminous complexion for a naturally smooth and radiant look
medicube Collagen Jelly Cream - 1.69 Fl Oz
One of my favourite brands, I always feel so good after using this product it also last you so long.
Bom Dia Bright Body Cream with AHAs & Vit C
Best rated brand for skincare and beauty products it’s up there with Apple and I’ve personally tried and love it.
Mary Kay TimeWise Age Fighting Moisturizer
Sunscreen
Never skip sunscreen—sun damage is one of the leading causes of premature aging, pigmentation, and even acne scarring.
Known for its excellent formulation, it’s widely rated for being safe and effective for a wide range of skin types.
Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Daily Peel
Rated highly for its results but should be used with caution for sensitive skin due to the strong exfoliation.
ExfoliKate® Intensive Exfoliating Treatment - Kate Somerville
It’s well-rated for acne-prone and oily skin types. It contains salicylic acid, so those with sensitive skin should patch test.
Effaclar Clarifying Solution | Acne Toner - La Roche-Posay
This is perfect for those who hate the feeling of sticky white sunscreen this is the complete opposite. You can wear makeup on top or without and it will still feel shiny and smooth
Dewy Defense SPF 30 Hydrating Fluid Sunscreen - Glow Recipe
Lip Essentials
Best lip moisturizer
Lip Glowy Balm in Fun Flavors - LANEIGE
Hands down the best lip product. This is literally the only lip product I need
Lip Sleeping Mask - LANEIGE
Hair essentials for curls
This is the best price I found for these two products put together. It’s the best if you want to grow your hair and define your natural curls
ArtNaturals Rosemary & Castor Hair Oil Set
If you want to level up your hair growth routine this is what you need. 3 in 1 hair oil applicator works wonders for your scalp.
THSTPA 3 in 1 Hair Oil Applicator & Massager
Hands down best leave in conditioner.
SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil
This is essential if you wanna keep you hair healthy stop using regular towels and start using this instead.
Hicober Microfiber Hair Towel 3-Pack Blue Grey Pink
Mask
This collagen night wrapping mask deeply nourishes and replenishes your skin's moisture, restores moisture balance, improves skin firmness, helps minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles while restoring elasticity
medicube Collagen Overnight Peel Off Mask
Moisturizing Wash-off Clay Mask: Turmeric Vitamin C Clay Mask helps to smooth the skin, moisturize and make the skin glow. This clay mask improves dull skin and leave a refreshing skin feeling.
Turmeric & Vitamin C Clay Mask 150g
🥑 Unique Superfood Formula: Face and body clay mask formulated with a blend of 7 superfoods, including avocado, spinach, blueberry, spirulina, tea tree, aloe vera, and calendula
PLANTIFIQUE Avocado Clay Mask - 100 ml