In the past, my skincare routine was all over the place. I tried new products daily, got swayed by good branding, ignored ingredients, and then complained when my skin looked terrible. Over the last six months, I’ve made some big changes. I’ve done a lot of research on ingredients that clog pores, cleaned out my skincare and beauty products, replaced them with better options, and committed to a strict morning and nighttime routine. I made it a personal goal to stick to these routines, and since then, my skin has improved significantly. My acne is under control, scars are fading, and my skin is glowing. I want to share every step of my routine with you!
**Morning Routine:**
– **Cleanse:** I start my day by washing my face with SkinScript Green Tea Citrus Cleanser, which has been great for my hormonal acne.
– **Tone:** I use Botnia’s all-natural toner for a refreshing spritz that helps reduce redness and inflammation.
– **Serum:** In the morning, I apply Olehenriksen Truth Serum, a vitamin C serum with collagen that brightens and plumps my skin.
– **Eye Cream:** I use Olehenriksen Banana Bright Eye Crème, which is moisturizing and works as a great under-eye primer.
– **Moisturize:** Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Pink Juice Moisturizer is my go-to because it’s lightweight and makes my skin glow.
– **SPF:** Before makeup, I apply SPFrx sunscreen, which contains hyaluronic acid and protects against various types of light.
**Nighttime Routine:**
– **Cleanse:** I wash my face with SkinScript Green Tea Citrus Cleanser, which removes makeup effectively without drying my skin.
– **Tone:** At night, I use Mario Badescu’s Glycolic Acid toner to shrink pores and fade dark spots.
– **Serums:** I apply Peach & Lily’s Glass Skin Refining Serum for a glassy look and Face Reality’s Mandelic Serum for hormonal acne.
– **Moisturize:** Skin Authority’s Ultra Rich Moisturizer is my choice for deep hydration without clogging pores.
– **Under-Eyes:** I use Peach & Lily Cold Brew Eye Recovery Stick, which is cooling and reduces puffiness and dark circles.
– **Oil:** I finish with Lueur’s CBD facial oil, which is pricey but incredibly effective.
– **Gua Sha:** Most nights, I use a Gua Sha tool for facial massage and better product absorption.
– **A Spritz:** I end with a spritz of Evian spray for a refreshing finish.
**Weekly Skincare:**
– **Exfoliate:** Once a week, I use Skin Authority’s Exfoliating Cleanser for a gentle exfoliation.
– **Masks:** I do a moisturizing sheet mask weekly and use Peach & Lily’s Pore Proof Perfecting clay mask when needed.
– **Sleep Mask:** About three times a week, I use Youth to the People’s Superberry Hydrate + Glow Dream Mask for extra moisture.