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Best skincare to stay youthful- from a 53 yr old who refuses to look 53!

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Sharing my favorite skincare products that I personally use every day. The list is high end to drugstore, but they all feel amazingly luxurious!
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My Ride or Die Skincare

As a 53-year-old woman who doesn't necessarily want to look like I'm in my 50s, I've learned the importance of using quality skin care to keep my skin looking youthful. If I could go back 30 years, I would have started my AM and PM skincare routine ...
 
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Use this every morning for super hydrated skin, after cleansing and before moisturizer. Smells heavenly like a fresh orange grove for a perfect energizing pick me up in the AM!
C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum
 
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Incredible, luxurious retinoid night serum to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Use on clean face before applying moisturizer. Can also be applied with face oil at same time for extra hydration. You are worth the splurge! Your gorgeous skin will thank ...
A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum
 
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This deep penetrating oil is what I apply at night after or even mixed in with Sunday Riley A Plus retinoid night serum. Reduces fine lines and wrinkles. My skin feels so good after sleeping with this hydrating oil.
Luna Retinoid Face Oil
 
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Daily SPF moisturizing skincare is critical to protect skin! Discovered this amazing product that feels luxurious and silky on my skin, but is so affordable! Comes in 30 and 50 SPF. I use this every day as part of my morning skin care routine. Never...
Ultra-Lightweight Face Fluid SPF 30 - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
 
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Game changer for my makeup routine! Just a few drops of this on my foundation brush before applying tinted moisturizer or foundation, completely changes the application and finish. Makes it so much easier to apply makeup and feels incredible on my sk...
Hydrating Milky Toner - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
 
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The best undereye serum for that awful morning under eye swelling that I hate! I keep this product in my skincare fridge and it feels sooo good when applied cool! At this price point, it is hard to believe how good it is!!
Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG Depuffing Eye Serum for Dark Circles - The Ordinary | Ulta Beauty
 
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Amazing for reducing sun damage dark spots on your face. Lactic acid is the main ingredient. Feels amazing to apply this product in the morning. I like to alternate between Good Genes and CEO serums but can be used together as well.
Good Genes All-in-One Sunday Riley Lactic Acid Serum Treatment for dark spots and uneven textire
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After showering when skin is still damp, apply generously! You will smell like an actual cupcake ! Best smelling lotion ever and no more dry skin!
Vanilla Cashmere Shea Better 24HR Moisture Body Lotion - Eos
 
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OMG Newest obsession! The smell is to die for! If you're a fan of vanilla cashmere, and you want to change it up a little, this is another sweet-smelling, dessert-like heavenly scent for after your shower. My husband loves the smell on me! Amaaaaaz...
eos Shea Better 24H Moisture Body Lotion - Crème de Pistachio - 16 fl oz
 
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Silky and incredibly moisturizing under eye patches! Worth the price in my opinion. Really helps with puffiness and under eye creasing.
Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches
 
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Retinol under eye for your day or night skincare routine. This is one of my all time favorite under eye creams.
5 Stars Retinol + Niacinamide Eye Serum
 
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Rich and luxurious cream moisturizer. Has that amazing orange grove scent that is also in their Vitamin C Serum. I like to use this at night after Retinol products. Extreme hydration!
C.E.O. Vitamin C Brightening Rich Hydration Moisturizer
 
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I am someone who suffers all winter with the worst chapped lips! I have tried a bazillion lip products and I think this one beats them all! I keep one in my nightstand, car, and purse!
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Lip Sleeping Mask with Hyaluronic Acid, Clear Overnight & Daily Moisturizing Treatment for Very Dry Lips - 0.35oz
 
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I have no idea how this product has not gone viral! I'm almost afraid to share it! But don't worry, I stockpiled already just in case! Besides having 30 SPF and protecting my skin every day, it gives my complexion the most flawless finish. I would s...
Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream - 130 Medium/Deep - 1 fl oz
 
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Another great product that will protect skin and deeply hydrate. I use this after serum in the morning.
e.l.f. Holy Hydration! Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Face Cream SPF 30 - 1.76oz

SPF Makeup and Skincare

When I head to the beach, or a pool, (whether at a resort or in my backyard) I still want to look put together. In addition to my SPF skincare, just adding a little clear lip gloss, and a waterproof mascara can make a huge difference.
 
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This beautiful gloss by a Neutrogena keeps my lips looking beautiful while protecting me from the sun.
Neutrogena Moisture Shine Lip Soother Gloss with Hydrating Glycerin & Soothing Cucumber for Dry Lips, SPF 20 - 60 Glaze - 0.35oz
 
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I have no idea how this product has not gone viral! I'm almost afraid to share it! But don't worry, I stockpiled already just in case! Besides having 30 SPF and protecting my skin every day, it gives my complexion the most flawless finish. I would s...
Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream - 130 Medium/Deep - 1 fl oz
 
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Excellent SPF primer that is a dupe for Supergoop. No need to spend more than $6 on makeup primer because this one works great and feels almost identical!
e.l.f. Mini Suntouchable Whoa Glow Sunscreen & Primer - SPF 30 - 0.34 fl oz
 
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Daily SPF moisturizing skincare is critical to protect skin! Discovered this amazing product that feels luxurious and silky on my skin, but is so affordable! Comes in 30 and 50 SPF. I use this every day as part of my morning skin care routine. Never...
Ultra-Lightweight Face Fluid SPF 30 - BYOMA | Ulta Beauty
 
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Another great product that will protect skin and deeply hydrate. I use this after serum in the morning.
e.l.f. Holy Hydration! Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Face Cream SPF 30 - 1.76oz
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