I'll just come out and say it Everyone has been praising my skin lately. My employees, random people in the supermarket, my friends and family – everyone. Although I have never dealt with major skin problems like acne, I have never considered myself as someone with special problems Good Skin (whatever that means). My skin has always been dry and like many colored women I have dealt with my fair share of persistent hyperpigmentation. The sudden influx of compliments was not only a nice little boost for my new 30-year-old ego, but also proof of my current skin care routine, which I have perfected over the course of several months.
As a beauty editor, I have access to every product under the sun. But since last fall, I felt that my skin had just lost something. When I think back, it makes sense since a lot has happened at the time. I had moved, turned 30, got engaged, made an important professional move within a few months, and although each of these life developments was exciting and positive, I was overwhelmed with stress. I didn't sleep well, I didn't eat properly, my skin care was neglected, and all of that showed on my face. I got pimples, my skin tone was blotchy and uneven, and my skin texture was less than smooth.
But then something started in January: every time I posted a photo of my mug on Instagram, a sea of ​​admiration flooded into my comments. I started to get a look at my face without makeup and was really happy with what I saw when I stared at myself. Maybe it was the newly discovered self-love that I had practiced in therapy, or maybe it was my skin care that admittedly had reached an all-time bougie level even for me. Now I am in a place where I can leave the house freely without makeup and I am really happy with how healthy and smooth my skin looks. I'm not perfect at all, but I am am Really happy, and I have to believe that my fresh, smooth skin has something to do with it. So let's go: The exact skin care routine that delivered smooth, radiant skin in a month and continues to do so today. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
I clean my skin thoroughly at night, so I don't always use a detergent in the morning. Most days I find that warm water is enough. However, if I feel the need to clean in the morning, this gel cleanser is the only one I will reach for. It's so gentle and adds moisture and nutrients to my skin like green tea, dandelions and olive oil instead of just pulling everything out.
Vitamin C is probably the most important part of my skin care at the moment. While there is a lot of discussion about L-ascorbic acid and whether its effectiveness is actually good for the skin or not (the jury is still not sure), I think my skin is really responding well. Vitamin E and ferulic acid complete this formula with additional skin lipid and antioxidant protection. I can always tell when I got lazy with my vitamin C regime because the blemishes of old blemishes deepen and my skin loses some of the shine and refinement that bring me an insane amount of compliments.
I admit that I only took the eye cream seriously about a year ago, and this non-intimidating tube is thanks for this change in heart. The cream inside is light and can be easily smacked into my eye area. When I use eye cream regularly, I notice that fine lines in the area soften over time and give me the smooth, even texture I always strive for.
This moisturizer has been an integral part of my vanity for years. It is odorless, light and very effective. If I feel particularly dry, I even add a few small drops of marula oil to give it an extra dash of moisture.
This moisturizing foundation is basically like a blur filter for your skin. It has tiny sparkling particles and the proprietary TFC-8 technology found in Augustine's Baders' other famous creams (more on that later). This makes my skin look much smoother, even if I don't put makeup on it.
Say it to me: SPF, all the time, no matter what. UV protection is important for so many reasons, but for me it's about mitigating hyperpigmentation and ensuring that no scars or spots on my face are exposed to the sun. This sunscreen from Elta MD is a favorite with dermatologists and also one of my favorites. It does not irritate my skin and does not leave an unsightly white shimmer.
I am a makeup wearer, so my nightly cleansing ritual has always been serious. I need every stitch from my face before I can relax for the evening. This cleansing balm melts even the most stubborn eye make-up with ease. I usually massage it into the rest of my face for about 30 seconds before I focus on my eyes. After just a few seconds of gentle rubbing, each make-up is melted into an ink oil that rinses off without leaving any residue.
This scrub is said to be gentle enough for everyday use, and I have found that this is true for me. Even though I retired every day, I still love how clean and soft my face feels after use. The multitasking jojoba beads are small and smooth, so they are not hard on the skin at all and also melt to add moisture instead of pulling the skin off.
This slippery cleaner sticks to every dirt track to remove it and at the same time re-texturize. If I want a flat wash at night instead of a gritty peel, this is the detergent for the job. I used to have a serious attitude about paying more than $ 20 for cleaning supplies (come on, there is literally money in the drain), but this has given me the strength to invest in high quality cleaning supplies.
I have been using the U Beauty Resurfacing Compound fairly consistently since its launch last winter, and I can honestly say that it has become my top 5 skin care product. It is so good. If smooth skin is your goal, you have to try this stuff. The patent-pending siren capsules are designed to carry active ingredients wherever your skin needs them and to bypass the healthy skin cells that don't. For this reason, there is no redness, irritation or peeling that normally occurs when starting a retinoid. This was definitely the hero product on my smooth skin journey.
It was love at first sight with this magical, hyaluronic acid and mushroom-rich elixir. There aren't many products that make a big difference in skin texture after just one use, but it does. Every time I use it, my skin immediately looks plumper and smoother.
This eye cream fills and moisturizes my sensitive skin under the eyes before bed. It contains a little retinol, which initially freaked me out honestly, but over the course of time has led to a significant refinement of the fine lines.
Tired of editors telling you how much they love this cream? Well, I'm sorry to have to tell you that I will too. If I'm on the go with vapors and can only manage to take off my makeup and punch a product on my face before bed, this is the indispensable product that I can never skip. Maybe it's stem cell stimulating TFC-8 technology, maybe it's some kind of magic, but all I know is that my skin's texture has legitimately changed since I started using this cream. Real talk: it's worth every penny.
I love a good scrub for surface renewal, but I have to admit that I calmed down on the acids. I noticed that my skin became more sensitive and reactive, and although I can't say for sure that my nightly toners were responsible for the surface renewal, I've been doing much better since the reduction. Now, once a week, I'm going to do this two-stage lactic acid and glycolic acid peel in clinical quality. This immediately makes my skin look smooth, radiant and alive. As with any super strong acid compound, it's a good idea to test it to make sure your skin doesn't have any adverse reactions.
I love this clean detox mask because it cools and tingles the skin but doesn't dry out so much that my face feels dry or exhausted. Rinsing off the sulfur-enriched paste feels like taking the largest breath of fresh air.
If you know me at all, you already know how obsessed I am with this modeling mask. I am firmly convinced that I can stay awake for three days, do not drink water all the time and still look fresh like a daisy after 20 minutes if the goose bumps are on my face.
Whether I'm preparing for a photo shoot, preparing for an evening, or just want to minimize swollen eyes after a few glasses of wine, these cornflower eye patches from Klorane do the job like no other. The soothing hydrogel eye masks actually stay in place so I can move around without slipping, which is a big plus.
This high-fat rosehip oil is not only an ultra-luxurious end to my nightly routine, it also helps eliminate imperfections caused by an imbalance in the pH of my skin. I know that using oil to treat breakouts doesn't sound intuitive, but this oil soothes and calms the skin just as it moisturizes.
Speaking of soothing ointments: this cooling balm feels so good on clogged skin. Whenever I notice a pimple or my pores look rough, I treat this clean cream on site and let it penetrate my skin to relieve inflammation that plagues me. I will incorporate it as a first step in my routine whenever I need it and it really sets the tone for the whole day.
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