My skin type is pretty normal & I usually wear a full face of makeup almost everyday. This is the routine I’ve found to work best for me!
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This is my all time favorite cleanser, it is formulated for dry skin but I love all the moisture I can get! I keep this in my shower and I use it daily. It smells so good and the bottle is giant so at $32 you are definitely getting your moneys worth!
This cleanser has helped keep my skin clear and will not clog!
2 – SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator
After I’ve cleansed I apply one pump of HA5, I’ve been using this for around 6 months and I can tell a huge difference in my skin! This serum replaces the skins hyaluronic acid and softens texture + lines and wrinkles.
I don’t have a ton of lines and wrinkles but skin starts losing hyaluronic acid as early as age 18 even though the skin damage might not appear until your late 30s. If you’re looking to invest in one skincare product, I would highly recommend this!
3 – TATCHA The Water Gel
Next I apply moisturizer, I love this Tatcha one because it’s very lightweight and great for all skin types. I layer HA5, moisturizer & a sunscreen before applying my makeup so lightweight products are key for me!
4 – TATCHA Silken Pore Perfecting Sunscreen
This sunscreen protects against UVA + UVB rays and is so silky compared to other sunscreens. This sunscreen also doesn’t cause flashback which is sooo important for me when taking photos! It isn’t greasy and helps tighten + reduces the look of pores. This is my final skincare step before applying my makeup!
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I’ve been using these makeup wipes for sooo long! These wipes remove all my makeup and are so smooth. I’ve used a lot of makeup wipes and these do the job without irritating or scratching. Like most makeup wipes, the moisture sometimes prevents the package from closing completely but I purchased a ponds container like this to keep my wipes from drying out!
2 – Glow 360 HA/H20
This is another hyaluronic acid product, I only use the HA5 I talked about earlier once a day because it’s a little pricey! This is another great HA at a more affordable price point & I apply this one before bed! I purchased this & the HA5 from my local Medspa!
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I’ve never had bad acne but this + the products I use have seriously minimized my occasional breakouts. The Hydrafacial removes and extracts while replenishing moisture and only takes 30 minutes! It’s great for everyone and I really love it because I can apply makeup directly after, no down time!
When I stray from the system, my skin let’s me know! Of course I still get the occasional breakout but they are even less occasional then before I started this routine. When I do have a breakout I use the Peter Thomas Roth Sulfur Mask as a spot treatment. I apply this at night before I go to sleep & my breakouts are practically cleared by morning! I’ve talked about this product so much but it seriously works! It clears acne, absorbs oil & cleanses pores.
