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Skincare I personally love for my oily, dehydrated skin
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items Started with Korean skincare during COVID as a curiosity, ended up a full-blown junkie. This is everything currently in rotation for oily, dehydrated skin; mists, toners, sunscreen, cleansing balms, retinol. Updated as I switch things up.
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Mists
Toner
Sunscreen
Cleansing Balm
Moisturisers
Face wash
Mists
Keeps oily skin hydrated without any shine. Use throughout the day.
What I love about it is that it isn't just water.
I use it after cleansing and also throughout the day. Even in hot summer, it doesn't make my oily skin look shiny or greasy.
Dear, Klairs - Fundamental Ampule Mist
It's neither too heavy nor too light, which is exactly what I want when my skin is dehydrated.
SIORIS - Time Is Running Out Mist
Toner
Hydrating without feeling heavy. My skin looks brighter after.
My skin looks brighter after using it and generally more "put together"
Yuja Niacin 30 Days Miracle Brightening Toner
It's very hydrating without feeling heavy, and I don't need to use a lot of it.
haruharu wonder - Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner Fragrance Free
This is my most recent find and I am already loving it. I alternate it these days with Yuja Niacin. It is thicker but absorbs quickly and the peach fragrance is definiteky a morning wake-up color. My skin looks more even and brighter last 2 weeks.
Anua Peach 77 Niacin Essence Toner
Sunscreen
Watery, no grease. One with tint for work days.
I am now going through my 3rd tube and gave one packed in my drawer. Absolutely watery and no hint of grease
Kao - Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF ...
This one has a light tint perfect for medium coverage plus amazing sunscreen when I go out for work.
Anthelios Skincare | Broad Spectrum Sunscreen
Cleansing Balm
What I use every night. Dissolves everything, doesn't strip my skin.
I use it every night to cleanse my face. It literally dissolves all the dirt on my face. I haven't had to try another Balm since 5 years.
Beauty of Joseon - Radiance Cleansing Balm NEW
After cleaning with the Balm, I yse it every night to gently wash away any residue. Literally leaves my skin glowing and smells so fresh
Beauty of Joseon - Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser
Moisturisers
Absorbs in seconds. Safe to layer under makeup or tretinoin.
I use it once a day after showering in the afternoons to replace any lost hydration. It literally absorbs in seconds.
Dear, Klairs - Fundamental Water Gel Cream
Excellent for using under makeup and tretinoin. Must-have every night
Neutrogena - Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel
Face wash
Gentle, lasts forever. A little goes a long way.
I started using it 2 months ago and the tube is still only 50% used after 3-4 times usage daily. A little goes a long way
Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Cleanser Set
Serum
For brightening and pores. Some strong enough to pair with tret.
It was the first ever serum I tried, and it literally showed results in a week, and it can be applied with tretinoin at night.
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA Brightening Serum for Uneven Skin
This is my morning serum to help with pores and skin tightening. I've never been disappointed. On my 10th bottle.
The Ordinary - Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum
Retinol
My holy grail. Anti-ageing, oily skin, overall skin quality.
This is the retinol I basically with 2 years ago to prepare my skin for the stronger tretinoin. It is always better to start light and let your skin get used to it.
The Ordinary - Retinol 1% In Squalane Serum
This is my holy grail for anti ageing, oily skin, and overall skin quality. I'm literally ageing backwards with it.
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Cream
For barrier support when I'm on tret. Absorbs fast, twice a day.
It absorbs so quickly. I usually apply it twice a day when I have been using tret regularly to prevent damage to skin.
ROVECTIN - Calming Sensitive Lotus Cream
This is the most recent cream I have started with. I apply it as last layer on my skin in the morning to lock in the toner, moisturizer and serum and add soemthing extra. Leaves my skin so supple and smooth.
DR.RASHEL
I get tanned very easily despite sunscreens so looked for something to help with it. This one was a first try but oh my, does it work? A huge, yes. If you are a skincare freak like me, you would know the magic of alpha-arbutin in cutting down pigment...
Estelin Skin Brightening Cream with Alpha Arbutin & Niacinamide
Face Mask
Nothing like face-masks for a little luxury and hydration. I love to put these on while taking a nap.
I use it every night as last layer on my face. Protects my skin barrier
Medicube
I use it daily after shower while I nap. Always wake up with a bright hydrated skin
Mary&May Niacinamide + Vitamin C Sheet Mask
Eyecare
I have had dark circles since my childhood. Cannot be completely cured because they are genetic but two products keep them manageable.
This is what I apply every night on top of my tret especially on the eye area to reduce the darkness. It actually works if I use a medicated brand with minimum 15%.
Azelaic Acid GEL 15%
I apply it every morning to make my eyes look brighter and fuller. It also helps with dark circles.
The Ordinary - Argireline-Solution 10%
Lip care
My perpetually chapped lips are always fighting my skin for some much needed moisture.
While my face is oily, my lips are perpetually chapped. This is one ointment which has actually worked where nothing else did. I apply it daily at night and wake up with fresh supple lips every morning.
Lip Hydration Treatment
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