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Summer Skincare Routine
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items My current AM and PM skincare routine for a 39 year old with dry, acne-prone skin (plus tools I use and how often I use them!). I skin cycle at night, so while I show an exfoliant in my PM routine, I only use it every 4th day (and I skip my retinol o...
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AM Skincare Routine
PM Skincare Routine
AM Skincare Routine
An acne-safe cleanser that is ultra gentle and one I always recommend for sensitive skin. This packaging is refillable, which is another reason to love her. I typically use an exfoliating cleanser in the morning since I am an early AM runner (I think...
The Outset Gentle Micellar Antioxidant Cleanser
I like having these as part of my routine because detergent really tends to irritate my skin. When I am done drying my face, I use it to give my sink and countertop a good wipe down so it doesn’t feel as wasteful. I also like them for travel so I don...
Clean Skin Club Disposable Face Towel for Improved Skin
A game-changer in my routine. I keep it in the fridge (I think the freezer makes this a little TOO cold for your skin) and use it every morning. As I have said, I am an early morning runner. This not only feels soothing on my skin when I am flushed, ...
Mint Roller
I was gifted these in exchange for a review, so I eliminated my morning exfoliating cleanser to swap for these exfoliating toner pads. They are acne-safe and the pads are heart-shaped (too cute!!). I have noticed improvement in the rough and bumpy te...
The Porefect Pad - Yepoda
I think this is a great dupe for the Rhode Glazing Milk. Really adds hydration to my skin. It’s not 100% acne-safe because it contains coconut alkanes, but my skin doesn’t seem to take issue with it!
Bubble Skincare Cosmic Silk Hydrating Milky Toner - 3.4 fl oz
I honestly love this one so much more than the Skinceuticals one—and I used to that one for YEARS! I saw better results with this one and it doesn’t smell like hotdog water. Plus, it’s completely acne-safe with no pore-clogging ingredients.
Medik8 C-Tetra Serum 30ml
I really like the whole Jet Lag line from Summer Fridays. This is great for adding a little more hydration into my routine.
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Deep Hydration Serum
This one is worth the hype. A pricier daily moisturizer but it is free of any pore clogging ingredients and is a great base under makeup.
Extreme Cream Anti-Aging, Firming, & Lifting Refillable Moisturizer
I am really adamant about reapplying my sunscreen throughout the day, so my face rarely gets any natural coloring in the summer. If I want a natural looking sun-kissed glow, I will add this to my routine. I add 4 drops to my moisturizer and apply all...
Lux Unfiltered Sunstruck Self Tanning Face Drops
This is a great acne-safe sunscreen. It does not leave a white cast or irritate my eyes. It gives a nice dewy finish and creates a great base for makeup.
innisfree Daily UV Invisible Korean Sunscreen Lotion SPF ...
PM Skincare Routine
Nothing improved my skin quite like double cleansing. This is one of my favorite balms. It has a silky smooth texture that melts easily into the skin and removes makeup and sunscreen with ease. I follow with a gentle water-based cleanser.
Then I Met You Living Cleansing Balm Oil Cleanser Gentle ...
This is a gentle, hydrating acne-safe cleanser. I always recommend this one to people who are dry like me. It never feels like it’s stripping my skin. It lathers nicely and leaves my skin feeling refreshed.
Bare Necessity Hyaluronic Acid Gentle Foaming Cleanser
I have been using this consistently for 2 years and I truly see results, especially in how my post-acne marks heal. Consistency is key and I highly recommend taking progress photos if you incorporate this into your routine. I use this every other nig...
Solawave - Wrinkle Retreat Pro Light Therapy Face Mask | Ulta Beauty
This is a great toner/essence combo. I love how hydrating it is! I don’t like a toner with actives at night since I use retinol, so this is a great hydrating alternative.
IOPE XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Essence Toner for Hydration
I love this serum. A lot of people I know that use this like it for their AM routine, but I find that it’s nourishing and hydrating—and pairs well with my retinol. This is also a good one to add a drop or two to your foundation if you want a dewy loo...
Superfood Skin Drip Smooth + Glow Barrier Serum with ...
I am really obsessed with this retinal—it’s the rare combo of gentle and effective. I actually trialed this for the brand for over 2 months before it hit the market. I saw results even though I already had a different retinal product in my routine wh...
Firm Revival HydroRetinal Firming Serum
I use this every fourth night. I do not use this with my retinol on the same night—I use this instead of retinol. I also reorder my routine slightly—I will apply this and THEN follow with the IOPE essence. The rest of my routine stays the same!
Lotus Youth Preserve Dream Toner |fresh US
I love a richer moisturizer for nighttime and this is what I am currently using. It’s $$ and there are definitely less expensive alternatives but I really like this when my skin is extra dry. I also really noticed improvement in my neck lines when I ...
Revitalizing Supreme+ Night Power Bounce Creme ...
This kind of smells like olive oil BUT it really works well to seal in moisture at night and leaves my skin looking radiant in the morning. I have really good luck with Elemis products in general and this is one I regularly repurchase.
Superfood Facial Oil
The ultimate overnight lip mask. A little goes a long way. It’s nourishing without feeling heavy or greasy. I can apply this under my mouth tape and it doesn’t effect the adhesive of the tape.
The Kissu Jelly Lip Mask
I was so reluctant to get in on the mouth taping trend… until my dentist actually recommended it. I have tried a few brands and I like this one the most. It is comfortable and adheres well. I can even apply it over my nighttime lip mask and it will s...
Skinny Confidential Mouth Tape Supports a Sculpted Jawline