#skincare review
Hello Beauty Lovers!
I hope everyone is hanging in there and staying healthy! We are slowly seeing things reopen in my state. Although Governor Newsom has left it to the counties to decide when it’s the best time to start reopening.
During this time, I have noticed that a lot more people who have quarantine at home have used this time to really work on their skincare. I think that is amazing! My…
Hello My Dear Readers,
I have been on a roll when it comes to my skincare. Not because I am wearing less makeup— but I am loving how the skin looks on my makeup free days. I have been experimenting with a few products for some time. I like to really take my time when it comes to reviewing skin care items. It takes more than two weeks to effectively see if a certain moisturizer or serum is in fact…
Hello My Lovelies!
I hope all of you are having a fantastic summer so far! I actually just got back from spending some time away in Central America; specifically El Salvador. It was lovely and a much needed break! I did come back to a lovely surprise. I was picked by Influenster to participate in one of their Voxbox to review the AHC Skincare line! I was super excited for this. Those that are…
New Skincare routine
I feel as though my old routine just doesnt work anymore. Its been 2 weeks of acne hell so i thought id change things up a bit.
I bought a few new things to help with my acne, dark spots, and uneven texture. Also my skin barrier is terrible . My skin peels off so easily when I GENTLY pop a zit . So I’m trying to get that fixed. I’m also tryin to lessen my cigarette intake. I went from 10 cigs a day to 5 and hopefully I’ll quit all together when my life gets more stable. Also if anyone wants to recommend products to super strengthen my skin barrier that’d be great!
New Skincare Products:
- Burt’s Bees Facial Cleansing Towelettes with Pink Grapefruit Seed Oil
• Fights acne, aids skin in retaining water, softens, heals, lightens, and protects skin from pollutants.
• Gentle enough to use daily. For normal to oily skin.
- Pixi Rose Oil Blend Nourishing Face Oil
• Improves skins elasticity and glow, leaving skin nourished and soft to the touch.
• Contains geranium oil. One of the top most beneficial oils out there. Strongest oil to protect from pollutants. It also balances sebum production, heals scars, evens skin tone, tightens skin, and kills bacteria that lead to acne and eczema.
- Olay Regenerist Micro Sculpting Cream
• Deeply penetrates skin to regenerate surface skin cells, hydrate, and diminish wrinkles and fine lines.
• I think it also exfoliates or something’s because it has a light burning sensation that resembles the feeling of an AHA and BHA exfoliant.
- Olay Wrinkle Correction Serum B3 + Peptides
• Fights wrinkles, protects from pollutants, smooths and lightens skin, and renews skin cells.
- TonyMoly Moisture Boost Gel To Water Morning Cleanser
• Sooths, protects, and strengthens skin.
• Fights wrinkles and fine lines. Made for even the most sensitive of skin.
- Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream For Very Dry Sensitive Skin
• Protects from pollutants, as well as, Softens and hydrates skin.
• Is non-comedogenic (doesn’t cause acne), nourishes skin, and helps skin retain moisture.
- DIY Tea Tree Oil Spray
• Fights acne, calms redness, reduces swelling and inflammation.
- DIY Lavender And Tea Tree Oil Lotion
• Includes: Hyaluronic Acid, Tea Tree Oil, Lavender Oil, Water, Squalane Oil, Ceramides, Apple Extract, Sunflower Seed Oil, Jojoba Oil, and much more.
• Works to hydrate, protect from pollutants, soften skin, fight acne, diminish wrinkles, restore damaged skin, and repair the skin barrier.
Sensitive Skin Warning!
Be careful not to use more than one product containing phenoxyethanol in a 6-12 hour time frame!
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative, an anti-bacterial, and a stabilizer found in many products. Its a great alternative to parabens.
Products containing 1% or less are deemed totally safe by nearly all countries, however when using multiple products, each containing 1%, it adds up leading to over exposure of phenoxyethanol. So be cautious not to layer too many products with this ingredient at one time on skin. Over exposure can cause hives, rash, anaphylaxis, and dermatitis on adults, as well as animals and infants { causes nervous system damage in infants ages 3 and younger}.
Here’s a quote:
◇"Most of the concern stems from recorded incidents of bad skin reactions (on adults) and nervous system interaction in infants.“- Healthline
Phenoxyethanol Free Products:
◇ Caudalie VineActive Vitamin C Anti-Wrinkle Serum
◇Belif True Cream Moisturizing Bomb
◇Olehenriksen Goodnight Glow Retin-ALT Sleeping Creme
◇Herbivore Prism 12% AHA 3% BHA Exfoliating Glow Serum
◇Josie Maran Argan Beta Retinol Pink Algae Serum
My opinion: its totally safe to use ONE product for adults containing phenoxyethanol every 6 hours. That way you wont get over exposure. If you like using more than one product on your face at a time try products that are free of this chemical to avoid harsh side effects. I feel using one or two products with phenoxyethanol wont kill you or even bother your skin ( in my experience) unless you are allergic.
Im totally investing in those products above to avoid over exposure. Lately my skins been very sensitive and red so i want to avoid any and all causes!
Safe + Affordable Makeup Removing Wipes !
• Neutragena Makeup Rmover Cleansing Towelettes.
- Allure and Dermatologist approved
- Not only removes makeup but cleanses the face as well removing dirt and oil.
- Alergy tested and alcohol free
- Fights Acne
• Daylogic Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes Fragrance Free.
- For all types of skin
- Is gentle
- Made with 99% all natural ingredients.
- Minor pollutant protectant
• Olay Cleanse Makeup Fragrance Free Removing Wipes.
- Doesn’t clog pores
- Cleanses oil and dirt from pores
- Leaves skin feeling fresh and clean
- Free of parabens, gluten, and coconut oil ( coconut oil is know to clog pores)
• Burts Bees Facial Cleansing Towelettes
- 99.1% all natural ingredients
- Cleanses and tones skin
- Fights air pollutants due to the white tea extract in its ingredients
- Has a pleasant smelll as well as fights acne
• Cetaphil Gentle Makeup Removing Wipes
- For all types of skin. Very gentle on skin
- Fights acne, softens skin, and improves skins texture
- Highlighted Ingredients: green tea, aloe vera, and chamomile.
- Dermatologist recommended
• Yes To Argam 2 in 1 Cleansing and Moisturizing Facial Wipes
- Cleanses and moisturizes skin
- Contains argan oil
- Top wipes for sensitive skin
- Effectively removes dirt, oil, and makeup
My favorite wipes would have to be the Cetapil Gentle Makeup Removing Wipes, because it contains green tea, chamomile, and aloe vera which have many many benefits for skin. A few include : reducing redness, fighting acne, moisturizing skin, fading wrinkles and fine lines, and protecting against skin cancer . I need these wipes ASAP! There are so much more benefits to these wipes . DM me for more info!
Best Safe And Affordable Moisturizer
Normally I spend 30$ to 50$ on body moisturizers but this time I decided to get a cheaper one because I can’t afford to keep buying more expensive items every 2 weeks. I use this new affordable moisturizer every day once or twice a day to experience its best results. Though the top results are immediate.
Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisturizing Cream:
• For all types of skin
• safe for skin
• no harmful ingredients/ all natural ingredients
• Safe for both body and face
• Moisturizes
• Brightens skin slightly
• Helps with discoloration
• Sooths rough skin
• Heals cracked chapped skin
• Attracts moisture from air into skin
• Locks in moisture
• Forms a barrier to prevent water from evaporating
• Helps treat acne.One of my fav benefit
• Absorbs excess oil
• Is an antioxidant
• Aids in removing dead skin cells
* Has many more benefits. DM me for more info*
HighlightedIngredients:
• Oatmeal
• Emollients
• Glycerin
• Distearyldimonium Chloride ( softens skin)
• Kernal Extract
• Shea Butter
• fatty alcohols
I saw immediate results when using this product. It lighted my skin a bit and help with the discoloration of my knees and elbows, as well as a few spots on my legs! For my face I still choose to use my 45$ moisturizer just cuz I love it and need more cellular repair for the craters in my skin. Occasionally I’ll use a moisturizer by eucerin but I have yet to check the ingredients to confirm it’s safe.
Biotherm Blue Therapy Uplift Day Review
Hi guys,
As a Pafumado tester, I was sent a sample of the Biotherm Blue Therapy Uplift Day and I can’t wait to share my results with you!
The Blue Therapy Uplift Day Cream, containing ingredients like Red Algae and Collagen Peptide, promises to make fine lines and wrinkles less visible, while lifting and firming the skin.
This rose colored cream applies easily and smooth, thanks to the pleasant gel like texture and absorbs quickly, without leaving a greasy feeling.
During application, the cream feels not greasy at all and after application, my skin feels really soft, firm and hydrated. Any fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes area are looking slightly less visible and I’m rocking this healthy looking glow all day.
My skin wasn’t feeling irritated and I didn’t get any outbreaks after using it.
For a really optimal result you have to use this cream for longer, but even during my short testing period, I was pleasantly surprised by the result.
The cream smells pleasant and not too powdery. It is quite a subtle fragrance which is not too present or too heavy. Also, the scent fades away quite fast.
From what I’ve seen from the packaging online, the cream typically comes in a gorgeous and luxurious looking red colored glass jar but I obviously received the sample version, which is a small white tube with a red cap. But the full size packaging is looking really nice and will definitely earn it’s spot in your bathroom or on top of your vanity table.
I highly recommend the Biotherm Blue Therapy Uplift Day Cream!
A huge thanks to Biotherm and Parfumado! ❤️
Philosophy Nature In A Jar Skin Reset Serum Review
Hi guys,
Ici Paris XL kindly sent me a vial of Philosophy Nature In A Jar Skin Reset Serum to try and review as part of their Beauty & You Community.
This serum consists of 95.9% natural ingredients, is clean, vegan and contains Bakuchiol, a natural alternative to Retinol.
As we all know, Retinol is an antioxidant & a form of vitamin A that aids in cell and skin renewal. I’ve done some research on the difference between Bakuchiol and Retinol as Bakuchiol is said to be a natural alternative to Retinol but I honestly don’t see much of a difference as Retinol can be found in certain kinds of vegetables. However, for some people, Retinol is just too harsh For people with sensitive skin or known allergic reactions to Retinol, Bakuchiol is indeed a better alternative.
Anyway, back to the Nature In A Jar Serum!
After using this serum for a while now, my skin feels soft, smooth and firm. Fine lines and wrinkles are less visible and so is the redness on my face.
It’s a lightweight serum which is easy to apply. The application itself is a bit more difficult, since the pipette in the cap is not a pipette but a glass rod, making it quite difficult to get enough product out of the bottle. It also feels a bit greasy, which I personally don’t like. The serum has a very light and neutral scent. In fact, it hardly has any scent. I personally think that’s an advantage, because I don’t really like heavily scented skincare products.
The bottle itself has a young & fresh look, thanks to the bright blue colour.
For now I give this serum 4 stars, because of the greasy feeling and the pipette which actually isn’t a pipette at all. If this changes, this serum is definitely worth 5 stars!
Question:
Do you prefer Retinol or Bakuchiol?
A huge thanks to Ici Paris XL and Philosophy! ❤
Oh my glob. It’s been so long, skinternet friends. yes! I am still alive somehow!
I think it’s maybe been a good year or two since I posted any real content on here. I’m not sure if anyone is still out there, but if you are and you’re reading this, I’m glad you’re still part of the SUNDAYSKIN fam.
No long, detailed review this time around. Just wanted to quickly share two products I’ve been religiously using (and loving).
If your skin is raw, red, irritated and hyper-sensitive to just about everything besides holy water, this is for you. Or, maybe you’re just looking for some good, no BS skincare products to add to your collection — this is for you too.
TOSOWOONG SOS Repair Cica Clinic Zinc Oxide 10% Cream - AKA redness who?
This cream is meant to help heal and calm red, sensitive, irritated skin. You could technically use this as a moisturizer, but it’s so thick that it tends to peel. Not to mention the white cast, lol. Instead, I use this as a spot treatment/mask, which is pretty much how it is supposed to be used.
Whenever I pop a pimple (sue me!), rub my face too much, or just have a red and irritated area, I immediately cover it with a thick layer of this and keep it on as long as I can manage. Sometimes that’s 20 minutes and sometimes that’s 2 hours.
Either way, it seriously calms down any redness that I have so that it is basically nonexistent. I’ve tried so many calming products and this is the first that actually shows a visual difference in such a short time. It’s a godsend for me because even the smallest itch or tiniest pimple leaves so much redness and it lasts FOREVER. If I pop a pimple, I literally can’t go out for the next 48 hours, lmao.
I absolutely recommend this for a super-fast, anti-redness, soothing spot treatment/mask. If it works for you like it works for me, you’ll see and feel calming results almost immediately, and the longer you keep it on, the better the results will be. I grabbed mine off yesstyle for about $25.
AMPLE: N Ceramide Shot Ampoule - AKA your skincare porridge
The internet tells me ceramides are the ultimate barrier-protecting and barrier-strengthening ingredient and that they also help your skin retrain moisture, and I’m sold!
This for me is the most soothing, nourishing product I’ve ever tried and it never once has caused me irritation, stinging, or breakouts, and my skin is so sensitive (even aloe vera sometimes stings! what oddity of nature is that??). If you could describe a skincare product as caring, this would be the poster child. You know when you’ve got a cold, your nose is runny, and it’s like late autumn so it’s grey and rainy af, and you just want a warm, steamy bowl of porridge? This serum is THAT porridge, but, you know, for your face, lol.
This is a thicker essence texture but it has no sticky or heavy feeling at all. It glides on so smoothly and seeps into the skin pretty quickly; apply it fresh out of the fridge and you might shed a tear! Dry skin types will especially love this just because it is so nourishing and moisturizing, not only on the surface but deep within the skin, if that makes sense. I do one good layer of this every morning and night in place of an essence and serum. It never clashes with my sunscreen, tretinoin, creams, or anything.
This is one I’ll probably always be repurchasing, and that is super rare for someone like me that can barely finish half a product before moving on to something different (guilty!).
If your skin is in need of the ultimate soothing, healing product to repair and nourish your skin from the inside out, this might be the one. The price of this guy varies, so I’d search around to see where you can find it the cheapest. I got my current bottle from Jolse.
Okay, that’s all for now… See you in another two years?
Post link
⭐The Best Alternative to Pore Strips⭐
Hi skincare friends~ on today’s agenda is a short review of Peace Out Skincare’s pore strips, the ~better~ alternative to classic pore strips (in my experience).
So, if you haven’t heard yet, traditional pore strips are actually pretty rough on your skin and are very short term in their visual effects, if they work on you at all. When I did use them back in my early skincare days, they never really did anything for my blackheads but take out a few here and there.
I feel like classic pore strips are that thing you used to do in middle school or high school that you thought was cool at the time but now you have nightmare-flashbacks about it and you’re like what in the hell was I doing?lol.
I grabbed these pore strips online after hearing James Welsh talk about them in a video, mentioning how he left them on overnight on special occasions. Lord knows I had that in my digital cart so fast, lol.
These Peace Out pore strips are pretty self explanatory for anyone familiar with a pimple patch like the OG Cosrx patches: they’re like your typical hydrocolloid pimple patches but the size of a pore strip with the addition of pore clearing and minimizing ingredients like Vitamin A.
Which, I think, is pretty genius — I remember when I first discovered how awesome pimple patches were and I wished they’d make a whole sheet mask of one, lol.
I left this on overnight, because applying it (like the instructions say) on cleansed/dry skin and leaving it on for 4-6 hours sort of dwindled my practical options to leaving it on while I sleep.
I definitely slept longer than 4-6 hours btw, so leave it on at your own discretion, as the instructions do clearly say 4-6 hours.
⭐ So, here’s the verdict ⭐
✔️ no dryness, redness, or leftover residue
✔️ no tearing at your skin
✔️ no pain taking it off
✔️ actually clears pores and minimizes their appearance
I was shocked that these actually cleared out my stubborn nose blackheads. Like I’ve used chemical peels and scrubs (yes, I’ve sinned), and I routinely use a retinol product — but I still constantly have congested pores. These are a win for me, and a definite repurchase.
I’d totally recommend using these strips on special occasions or during your occasional ~extra pampering~ skincare routine with maybe another one of your masks, treatments, or tools to jazz it up.
As of today, 10/19/21, Peace Out’s website is currently doing free shipping on all orders, and I used the code “WELCOME15” that saved me a little on my order, too — not sure if it’s still active when you’re reading this, but definitely give it a go or search online for another coupon code! *Skincare friends rule #13: help your skincare friends save money on skincare.*
Also, as a little side note, I’ve only used this on my nose area so far, as that’s really the only area I suffer from large pores/blackheads. This box also comes with another strip, which I assume is for your chin, forehead, or anywhere else really.
Speaking of which, my packages say “1 nose strip and 1 pore strip,” which is sort of confusing, considering each strip, no matter the shape, is for pores. At first, it made me think that the strip was a 2-step process, but it isn’t. I went on their website and it shows a picture of slightly different packaging reading “1 blackhead strip and 1 pore strip,” which is again weird for the same reasons.
Anyhow, I plan on using all the strips for my nose, regardless of the difference in shape — but you can totally feel free to use these anywhere where you suffer from blackheads or pore issues. Arms? Back? Check? Yep! You do you boo.
Post link
Hi skincare friends~ how’re you? I’ve been busy, but I’m doing alright.
Today, we’re doing a review of Dr.Ceuracle’s AC Solution Pink Gel. This is a gel cleanser for sensitive skin meant to help with issues like acne, redness, excess sebum, and large/congested pores.
Like usual, I’ll ~quickly~ go over what it does, my experience, and recommendations. I know you guys mostly want to know if it works and if it is worth the price, so I’ll try my best to give you an idea if this is right for you or not.
All you ladies and guys struggling with acne, sebum, and pores, this is for you.
So,the review.
(Granted, maybe this should be considered a first impressions, because I haven’t been using it for as long as I usually like to for reviews, but all in all, I was pleasantly surprised!)
I used this as a nighttime cleanser and decided to focus it only on the parts of my face where I was having a breakout or the spots where I struggle with congested & enlarged pores.
I have endlessly dry skin, so I always get a little scared when I see a product that says “sebum controlling” because it’s usually a product geared toward oily skin types and/or suggests a matte finish, but this cleanser was actually really nice for my skin!
This cleanser left my face refreshed, deep cleansed, and bright/glowy looking. It was giving me glass skin vibes but without any sort of residue or anything left on the skin. Like it was my skin but better looking, if that makes sense, lol.
Truth be told, I don’t usually expect much from my cleansers other than cleansing my face, but I genuinely liked the way this made my skin look and feel afterwards. It kind of made me excited to try other new cleansers in the future!
So, yeah, I’d say it definitely delivers on its promises of a deep cleanse without the drying and tightness. It’s hard to avoid some feeling of dryness after cleansing because cleansing and drying with a towel process is inherently drying to the skin.
⭐Here’s a little tip worth keeping rent free in your mind: after cleansing, don’t try or rub your face completely with a towel. Gently pat dry, use a porous cleansing sponge, or just wipe most of the moisture off with your hands. Whatever you do, just leave your skin a bit wet so your face doesn’t get tight/dry and you can start off with an added boost of moisture.⭐
Now, again, I haven’t been using it for thatlong yet, but I did see a slight visual improvement of my pores. When cleansing I actually focused on my nose and cheeks because that’s where I struggle with enlarged pores and nasty blackheads, and I think this started to diminish those blackheads even with the short amount of time I’ve been using it.
With 0.5% Salicylic acid, the cleanser promises gentle exfoliation, which helps with everything from acne to pores to improving skin texture. Salicylic acid is one of my favorite tried and true ingredients to help with blackheads and acne. It’s just always given results for me and it’s an exfoliation/acne treatment option that doesn’t irritated my reactive, sensitive skin. Salicylic acid, you’re a real one.
So: pore care, smoother texture, help with blemishes and excess sebum without being harsh/drying/irritating. I believe the claims based on how my skin has reacted so far. Now, of course, I got to put it out there every time: all our skin is different, so how we react to a product might be different too. I think rather than a product being all good or all bad, it’s just effective for some people and maybe not so much for others.
Really not much to say in the way of negatives about this product, maybe besides the size. This cleanser is pretty tiny, at least in terms of other cleansers I typically see. Maybe an option is to use it like I did and spot cleanse areas with this instead of using as an all-over daily cleanser. I’d personally treat it as more of a spot treatment than your everyday cleanser. Or, alternatively, use this less often, if need be, such as every other night. Totally up to you and your needs!
Overall, I’d recommend this for really any skin type, especially my congested and/or oily friends with acne and pore issues. If you’re looking for something affordable to try that deep cleanses without dryness/tightness and helps with ✔️pores/blackheads, ✔️texture, ✔️blemish control, and ✔️redness, I’d say give this a go if you’re on the market.
This gal is on sale for about $11 on Jolse as I’m posting this (originally about $13). I don’t remember the last time I bought a skincare product that was less than $11—was it my pimple patches or my cotton pads? lol, just kidding. But it is pretty affordable, I think.
Full transparency, I did ~receive~ this product from Jolse, but hold on now, don’t go getting’ any wrong ideas. I’m certainly not getting paid/sponsored/told to say thisorthat. Come on now.
And, you know, just for the record, Jolse is pretty awesome. I wouldn’t share this with you if they weren’t. Their prices are always super affordable (often they’re the cheapest compared to other places selling the same items). They routinely hold deals, coupons, and free-to-enter giveaways. Like I’m just putting this out there. Next to Yesstyle, they’re my fav spot to shop skincare.
Well, this is the end of the review. If you got this far, thanks for reading. I know a few of you write comments on these reviews and I do read them all! Thanks for those of you leaving kind words.
Visit SUNDAYSKIN’s IG @hellosundayskin to see video clips of the texture of this product, if you’re curious.
─ be back soon, SUNDAYSKIN
Post link
Hey there skincare friends! So yeah, another year has almost passed, and what a year 2020 has been, am I right? I don’t know about you, but I feel like this has somehow been the longest year EVER. All things considered, I hope everyone & their skin is doing okay, and I hope the new year will bring better things for all of us.
So, as hinted by the title, in this post I’m going to share my favorite products that I’ve been using this year. I thought, you know, the holidays are coming up and 2020’s Black Friday is literally everyday until Christmas it seems, so what better time than now to share with you some great products so that if you’re looking to gift yourself and add some ride-or-die skincare items to your collection, there will be a list on here to get you started.
But before we do get started, it’s true that I already have a Current Favorites page that I routinely update with products that I like. But with those, I might not necessarily be using them daily or at all at the moment, if you get what I mean. This list will be different in that these are products I have been using recently and throughout 2020 and, unlike my current favorites page, I’ll be going more in-depth on here as to why I like the products, who I’d recommend them for, etc., so here goes. And P.S., I probably won’t be updating this in terms of products, so if you’re reading this sometime in the distant future (hi future you), definitely check out my Current Favorites page for a more recent list. Granted, anything on here is still a favorite. Alright, let’s get to it—grab your coffee or your tea and your Christmas cookies, put on your favorite playlist in the background on another tab (here’s one I like), and let’s get started.
(Some of these are affiliate links, most of them aren’t. Either way, I’m not making ANY real money from this post or really any content on this blog. Just letting you know, ladies.)
FYI: My current skin condition is dry, sensitive, and reactive, with the occasional breakout (aka FML ).
CLEANSERS
- The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser ($7.90-$19.90)
Why I ♡ it: This is a cream to oil cleanser that’s gentle, moisturizing, and soothing. It’s perfect for dry, sensitive, reactive skin like mine. I think this would be great for all skin types, especially those with the aforementioned skin issues. If you have oily skin or wear makeup, you might feel the need to use a water based cleanser along with this. Do you girl, do you.
Why I ♡ it: This is very similar to The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser, it’s just a bit more affordable and the texture is more of a balm before it turns to an oil. I love it for all the same reasons: it’s gentle, moisturizing, & non-stripping. “If I had to choose one?” you ask: my rich persona would choose The Ordinary one, my broke-girl-on-a-budget persona would choose the Inkey List one. Dry, sensitive skin types would probably love this as much as I do, but all skin types would benefit from using it as an oil cleansing step.
MOISTURIZERS
Why I ♡ it: I happen to love oils. I know some vow to never go near them though, lol. This one is lightweight in terms of oils, and it’s moisturizing, balancing, and absorbs pretty well. You can do your research, but basically squalane is a more stable form of squalene, an ingredient involved in the production of the natural oils on our face, so it helps to balance out the oils on your face and retain moisture. Did you just add that to your cart? I thought so.
- Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream (about $24-$31)
Why I ♡ it: I mentioned this in my recent cold weather routine post here. Like I said in that post, this is a really great every-day, year-round moisturizer. It’s a light cream texture and very calming/cooling, especially when kept in the fridge. I recommend this for all skin types, especially those with normal/dry skin in need of a calming product.
- CeraVe Healing Ointment (about $10)
Why I ♡ it: I mentioned this one in my cold weather routine post too. Basically, this is a simple moisturizing ointment close to Vaseline, but easier to spread. Just like oils, it’s definitely only for certain people who know what their skin wants. This one really helps alleviate dry patches and irritated, raw skin. Plus, I notice the blemishes or what not on my skin heals faster and with less scarring when I apply this. It’s great for the lips & body too. Win-win-win.
- Caudalie Grape Water ($10-$18) OR Evian Natural Mineral Water Spray (about $13-$20).
Why I ♡ it: Okay, so basically any simple, fine mist is my favorite; these are ones I routinely repurchase because I know my skin agrees with them. I use these sorts of mists after cleansing before other products to prep my skin and keep it damp. These are purely going to give you lightweight moisture & help calm/cool/refresh the skin. If the little money-saving angel on your shoulder is currently calling you mean names and won’t let you spend this kind of money on virtually water (lol), consider making your own mist with a fine mister bottle—I have these affordable ones.
SPFS
Why I ♡ it: No white cast, easily blends in, and is non-irritating to my skin. It’s a lightweight cream texture and is oh so slightly moisturizing. I recommend for all skin types; definitely a staple every-day, every-season sort of spf.
- Skin&Lab Fre-C Sun Lotion SPF 50+ PA++++ (about $13).
Why I ♡ it: A lightweight gel formula that blends in easily with no white cast. This has a slight scent (citrusy, I’d say) and leaves a glowly, glossy finish to the skin—both of these things I don’t mind. I recommend for all skin types, but my oily friends might not be in love with the finish. Perfect year round as well.
- HYGGEE Relief Sun Moisturizer SPF 50+ PA++++ (about $24)
Why I ♡ it: This is probably my favorite spf of all time because it really applies and feels just like a perfect cream moisturizer. And you guessed it: there’s seriously no white cast. If you hate the idea of having to apply a moisturizer THEN an spf on top, this might be your dream come true. I have fairly dry skin and still apply other moisturizing products underneath this, but if you have more normal to oily skin this can definitely replace your traditional moisturizer. Either way, I can recommend this for all skin types, especially normal to dry or those wanting a moisturizer-and-spf-in-one sort of product. This is especially amazing for the colder months, but certainly great all year too.
MASKS, TREATMENTS & MISC.
Why I ♡ it: Some clay masks leave my skin feeling tight & dry, but this one leaves my skin glowing. If you’re on the hunt for a staple clay mask, consider this one. And just a quick tip before you go around saying this made your skin dry or irritated: try to wash off your clay mask BEFORE it dries down completely and starts to get those tiny little cracks (at that point, it’s really drying out and pulling at your skin and you don’t want that, no sir).
- Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Serum (about $29) OR the gentler option, Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 15% with Ferulic Acid (about $27)
Why I ♡ it: Vitamin C products in general are great for kicking those acne scars and dark spots to the curb. I’ve always loved Wishtrend’s Vitamin C serums because they work and pretty quick. They have two options, one I’d consider is stronger (the 21.5% version) and one I’d consider more mild (the 15% version). Sensitive skin types or those who find Vitamin C generally irritating: I’d go for the gentler option. With my sensitive skin and using topical acne prescriptions, the 21.5% option is too irritating for me.
Woah, okay that was long. If you got this far, thanks for sticking around and, of course, I hope this was helpful. If you have a second more, please also check out sundayskin’s IG, @hellosundayskin. Otherwise, I’ll catch you guys later, peace.
Use code “3PEARLS” for discount on K-beauty and more at: ys.style/txD9YmVYUkb
Wishtrend: #TeamCombination Box Review
Wishtrend: #TeamCombination Box Review
As some of you may know, I have combination skin. Wishtrend sent me the #TeamCombination Box for review. They also have other boxes you can try. For all of the #Team Boxes, you can get 35% off if you purchase by April 3, 2022. You can also use my code “LiLi15” for an additional 15% off your purchase.
Check out my Unboxing Tiktok here. And here is a Tiktok showing the proper order to use the…
By Wishtrend Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream Review
By Wishtrend Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream Review
I’m excited to share this review of the By Wishtrend Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream! This product will be available for purchase from February 14 and onwards. Wishtrend is a great website shop with lots of K-beauty products. Be sure to use the code “LiLi15” for 15% off your purchase.
This night cream is formulated with two ingredients effective for anti-aging: retinal & bakuchiol. This…
2021 Fall Haul
Photo of the YesStyle haul
The only place I shop consistently online at is probably YesStyle… So many haul posts on my blog from here! On top of any sales going on at the moment, use the code “3PEARLS” to get an additional discount off your entire order! ^_^
Check out my past YesStyle hauls too:
Entire outfit from YesStyle
First HaulSpring HaulSummer HaulWinter Haul Part1 and Part22021 Spring…
