Life would be so much easier if the secret of a radiant complexion were hidden in a highlighter compact. I mean, don't get me wrong. Highlighters and other draining products help, but the ultimate goal is to have skin that looks like you're on vacation forever: bright, healthy, and radiant. But the search there is like an appointment. You will come across a lot of things that don't go well together, but with enough time and patience, you'll need to find something that works. At least I did! Here are the 25 best whitening products for youth-looking skin.
This stuff is not a joke. I sometimes wear it alone because it's just so good. It corrects uneven skin tone, adds a youthful glow and helps to balance skin moisture.
When I first wrote about this product, I had only used it for three weeks, but it's been a little over a month now. And wow. It really changed the overall tone and texture of my skin. Before I used this, I used so many products (you'll see a lot of them below), but this is basically all in one. It contains tons of antioxidants, vitamins C and E as well as retinol and works from minimizing the appearance of pores to lightening dark spots. I can honestly say that my skin has never looked so even and radiant.
On the days when I feel particularly bleeding, I like to add a few drops of it to my serum because it gives the perfect bronze glow illuminated from the inside. Be sure to wash your hands afterwards. Otherwise, your fingers are a dead giveaway for your artificial tan.
Before I started using the U Beauty product above, I used it every night. (I don't like mixing the two because they'll both reappear.) It's so affordable and works seriously. It is a high-strength lactic acid peeling formula that helps with uneven skin tone, texture and dullness. It's one of the best and cheapest options out there, IMHO.
I don't know anything about you, but I love a product that does all the work without you having to turn a blind eye – literally. This lactic acid and glycolic acid peeling renews your complexion by breaking down dead skin cells and at the same time exfoliating, brightening and moisturizing the skin. Apply this stuff before bed and wake up with a much lighter complexion.
This stuff is magical, plain and simple. It consists of over 22 active ingredients, all of which work against signs of aging. At the end of the day, my complexion only has the moist glow I always dreamed of. Although it comes at a fairly high price, in my eyes it's 100% worth it. To apply it, put a few drops in your palms and press it into your skin for a few seconds. Repeat this by pressing and pressing until you've covered your entire face. Trust me – you will notice the results much faster.
Everyone is obsessed with this cream, and for good reason: it seriously turns dull, tired-looking skin into a radiant dream. It consists of Charlotte's BioNymph Peptide Complex, which reduces the appearance of wrinkles and at the same time retains the feeling of the skin with moisture and plumpness.
I tell you, the more makeup you put on your skin, the older you will look. That's why I use this tinted moisturizer almost exclusively. It's light, moisturizing, and gives a hint of color that's really all you need if you ask me.
Retinoid did not work on my sometimes sensitive skin, but this high-dose retinol serum did. It is light, does not dry at all and gives results without the stereotypical disadvantages.
I'm totally obsessed with this highlighter. It has a translucent pearl finish that naturally improves my skin tone without turning me into a human disco ball. I like to put a few swabs on my cheekbones, down the bridge of my nose and sometimes over my lips.
I will be the first to admit that this is pretty rough to use. Big as when you see all the dead skin cells falling off your face. When you apply a thin layer of the gel to your skin and massage it in a circular motion, the outermost layer of dead skin cells dissolves, leaving a seriously soft, youthful looking complexion. I use it at least once a week!
To be honest, I've always been skeptical about vitamins, so I'm surprised to find that I like them as much as I do. But I swear that after consistently taking it for two months, my skin was more radiant and hydrated, all because of hyaluronic acid and vitamins C and E.
I was still beating myself up because I didn't wear sunscreen every day when I was younger. If I had, I probably wouldn't have as many damned sunspots as now. But since I found this stuff, everything has changed. It is hands down the best sunscreen ever. It consists of clean ingredients (also known as: don't break it out!) And smoothes and prepares the skin in a way that is perfect for applying makeup.
I've found that adding a subtle dash of color to your cheeks is one of the quickest ways to get youthful skin.
This cream is so refreshing. It floods my eye area with moisture and gives it a touch of radiance. I love using it first and applying a lightening eye cream over it. (See below.) It's the perfect brightening combination.
When it comes to whitening ingredients, vitamin C is the gold standard. However, this eye cream contains special pigments that immediately brighten and correct the color of the eye area. It also smoothes the skin and makes it easier to apply concealer.
Baby shampoo? Yes, it's probably one of the strangest things in this story. But six years ago, when I turned 24, I was hit by blepharitis, also known as chronic eyelid swelling. Basically, it is an inflammation that occurs when tiny oil glands close up around the base of the lashes. The only way to really improve the situation is to wash my eyelids with baby shampoo at night. I can't tell you how much better and brighter I feel when I'm not stuck with heavy lids!
Who knew bloodshot eyes age like this? This girl didn't – until I had to deal with it. Fortunately I found these drops that do the trick every time. The clearer the white of my eyes is, the brighter my complexion looks.
When it comes to masks, I don't discriminate, which means that I use one for my face, body or lips. I love these because they are infused with things like collagen and hyaluronic acid that help with replenishment and rose petal oil for hydration. My lips always look rejuvenated after putting them on.
One thing I noticed with age was how dull and dry my lips are. I hate wearing lipstick. But when I want to add a touch of color to my pout, this lip scrub helps a lot. It is a mint peeling with passion fruit, shea butter and peeling sugar, which gently polishes off flakes and creates a smooth canvas for adding lipstick.
When I think of my younger self, I think of my much tanned skin. Therefore, I tend to feel safer when I bring back that shine. I have tried my fair share of tanners over the years and this is by far my favorite. It is not sticky or smelly and in my opinion gives the most natural color, IMHO.
The only way to apply a self-tanner at home is with an applicator glove. Otherwise, your skin is blotchy and looks anything but youthful.
Not only is this a great scrub, you can also use it as a treatment mask for your legs. It is made from crushed Brazillian quartz crystal that polishes and smoothes the skin. I am particularly hard-working when it comes to using this coming summer.
I have keratosis pilaris (some people like to call it "chicken skin"), which has tiny bumps on the arms or legs due to an excessive amount of keratin. There is no cure, which is annoying and makes me extremely confident. That's why I'm always on the lookout for things that help reduce appearance and this cleaner definitely helps! It's gentle, yet effective, especially when used with a scrub brush.
In addition to the body cleanser, I love this lactic acid peeling lotion. I think if I actually agree, it will significantly reduce my keratosis pilaris. Less bumpy skin = more youthful skin.
And now, 24 small but life-changing Amazon purchases we can't get enough of.
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