When it comes to a good skincare routine, consistency is key as well are high quality products tailored to your skin type and age. However, with so many products and brands on the market it can be hard to know where and how to begin.
Start with the essentials and go from there, like a cleanser, toner/mist, serum, moisturizer and sunscreen. A good eye cream/balm and a once-a-week treatment/mask can also be added to complete your routine. Check out our curated list of products for each step of the way. Affordable with top-notch ingredients, these products are also proven to work effectively and have great reviews!
Cleansers
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser – A dermatologist favorite for its simplicity and gentle formula.
Cetaphil Face Wash Hydrating Gentle Skincare Cleanser– A lightweight, soothing cleanser.
Tatcha Rice Wash – A creamy skin cleanser with rice powder for gentle exfoliation and hydration.
Toners & Mists
Thayers Alcohol-Free Witch Hazel Toner (Cucumber) – A classic hydrating toner with a cult following.
Caudalie Beauty Elixir – A refreshing mist with a luxe, botanical fragrance that smells divine.
Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs, and Rosewater – A preppy staple for a quick hydration boost.
Serums
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic – The gold standard in Vitamin C serums with antioxidants that help brighten the skin.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% – Affordable yet effective for controlling oil and minimizing pores.
CeraVe Vitamin C Serum – A very popular skin brightening serum that includes Hyaluronic Acid.
Moisturizers
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream – A rich yet non-greasy moisturizer that suits all skin types.
Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream – a great Korean skincare product with peptides
Youth To The People Superfood Air-Whip Moisture Cream – with Hyaluronic Acid
Sunscreens
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 – A weightless, invisible sunscreen that is perfect for daily use.
e.l.f. SKIN Suntouchable Whoa Glow SPF 30, Sunscreen & Makeup Primer – A popular and affordable choice with many.
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Milk Sunscreen SPF 100 – Offers high protection with a velvety smooth finish, Dermatologist approved.
Eye Creams & Balms
Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado – Hydrating and creamy, perfect for delicate under-eyes.
RoC Multi Correxion Revive + Glow Vitamin C Eye Balm – A favorite with beauty influencers and dermatologists alike.
COSRX Snail Mucin Peptide Under Eye Cream – A lightweight eye cream that helps diminish dark circles. Korean skincare at its finest.
Treatments & Masks
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask – A cult favorite for instant hydration and radiance.
Bliss Mighty Marshmallow Bright & Radiant Whipped Mask – Affordable, hydrating and cute!
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Hydrating Overnight Hydrogel Mask – With four sheets it’s ideal for traveling.
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