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top skincare recommendations from an esthetician
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items my tried and true recs that i often share with my skincare clients 🫡 great if u also have combo/dehydrated skin, acne, or even sensitive skin
holy grail ⭐️ a fav since 2020!
effortlessly removes long wear + waterproof makeup w/o leaving a film on the skin. gently exfoliates + unclogs pores. can be used for gua sha/facial massage too!
Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm
gentle, rinse-free cleanser and makeup remover. for dry skin, this can be a great morning cleanse that won’t strip. use this as the first step in ur double cleansing routine the remove makeup and sunscreen, then follow with a foaming cleanser.
Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
holy grail ⭐️ SUCH A GOOD DEAL! i’m on my 7th? bottle.
the perfect non-stripping cleanser for face and body. super hydrating, no fragrance. luxurious glycerin lather that leaves skin feeling supple. sometimes ill mix this in with a body wash that’s ...
Prequel Gleanser
everything i love about the original gleanser + 1% salicylic acid, succinic acid, and zinc to gently treat acne and keep skin calm
Prequeal Salicylic Acid Gleanser
cost effective af, a little goes a loooong way so this cleanser lasts forever. super luxurious foam and calming ampoule built in leaves skin feeling super clean but not tight (unless ur dry)
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam
another great, non-stripping acne cleanser that’s v affordable! i’ve repurchased a few times now, highly recommend
Peach Slices Acne Clarifying Cleanser
before these, i used to think all pimple patches worked the same but then my wife put me on. comes in 3 different sizes. these stay on rly well compared to others that i’ve tried, and it’s a good deal to get the 5 pack from yesstyle (code THAIBROWS33...
COSRX Acne Pimple Patches
another affordable pimple patch i really like! also comes in 3 sizes and stay on pretty well. more accessible than the COSRX ones bc they’re in ulta and walmart and maybe CVS
Peach Slices Patches for Acne & Blemishes
ngl these suck as pimple patches but i keep getting them just to cover the pimples that my mask can’t conceal. sometimes ill put a diff pimple patch under to actually absorb liquid, or i use these on pimples that haven’t come to a head just to reduce...
Starface Pimple Patches
holy grail ⭐️ hypochlorous acid is skin-safe disinfectant that kills bacteria, which means this is great for acne, eczema, post workout, travel, cleaning piercings and tattoos, and more. i like that this brand is way more affordable than tower 28, es...
Magic Molecule Hypochlorous Acid Spray
holy grail ⭐️ my comfort toner <3 gentle PHA + BHA keep my skin hydrated while keeping acne and clogged pores at bay. heavy water texture, smells like watermelon
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner
one of the most well-rounded hyperpigmentation products out there. addresses all stages of the process to help prevent hyperpigmentation, stop it in its tracks, and work on pre-existing hyperpigmentation. ingredients can also treat acne too!
Topicals Faded Brightening & Clearing Serum
full disclaimer i never bought this with my own money but i received two bottles for gratis and i LOVEEEEE IT. i didn’t expect to like it so much but its super hydrating and treats my acne faster than any other serum i’ve tried. surprisingly the esse...
Caudalie Vinopure Serum
holy grail ⭐️ most thorough exfoliation u can get outside of the spa!
DO NOT USE DAILY. i use them once a week or so. first pad contains exfoliating acids, second pad neutralizes, calms, and hydrates. i’ve always used the extra strength and have nev...
Dr. Dennis Gross Daily Peel Pads
a reliable moisturizer that’ll always get the job done! great for most skin types unless ur super oily. fragrance free, non-sticky finish.
Tower 28 SOS Barrier Recovery Cream
holy grail ⭐️ my #1 most repurchased spf ever. for the authentic korean version, purchase this outside of big US retailers. i get mine from yesstyle (u can use my code THAIBROWS333) incredibly lightweight serum texture, no white cast, super hydrating...
SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water Fit Sun Serum SPF 50 PA++++
holy grail ⭐️ i’ve prob bought this 50+ times by now. i constantly have at least three or more bc if i don’t have access to it i freak out lol. doesn’t just sit on top of ur lips but penetrates to hydrate and protect them. texture is lightweight but ...
Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment
help me find a replacement 😭 i’ve repurchased so many times but the founder of the brand is vacationing in isntreal 3 yrs into a gnocide so i don’t want to keep supporting! i like the price, smell is nonoffensive, and it leaves my skin feeling hydra...
Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash
help me find a replacement 😭 u get so much for the price, it’s fragrance free and doesn’t leave my skin feeling sticky or oily. again, the founder is openly vacationing in an apartheid state so i don’t want to continue associating w this brand
Naturium Bio-Lipid Restoring Body Lotion
stop wasting money on disposable undereye patches and use these on top of ur favorite eye serum/eye cream instead! wear these while u do eye makeup to catch fallout. super easy to wash with soap and water
Dieux Forever Eye Mask Reusable 100% Silicone Patches
when it comes to sun protection, dont neglect ur lips! this is the only lip spf ive ever liked enough to actually use consistently. not sticky or goopy, doesn’t smell or taste like sunscreen unless u put on way too much and eat it 😳 apply every day ...
Sheen Screen SPF 50 Hydrating Lip Balm – Dusk