Hello beauty lovers! I know I always enjoy getting to peek into the skincare regimens of my favorite YouTubers so I figured I would let you see mine and also give a little update on a product that I got in my haul!
Some background info on my skin: I am really fair, freckled, and I try to embrace that. My skin is a little finnicky though. During the winter months, I am more normal to dry and the rest of the year it's almost a day to day surprise haha. I do get oily during the summer, mostly around the nose. I will get random dry spots on my forehead or chin and so finding a good skincare regimen for me was always challenging and I would always get so disappointed when something wouldn't work right for me. I do suffer from the random breakout, more often around that lovely time of the month (sorry if that's TMI but it's true).
Disclaimer of sorts : Skincare can be tricky. It takes about 3-4 weeks for your skin to get used to a new product. Constantly switching up products is confusing and may result in sensitivity or breakouts. When you try a new product, give your skin the time it needs to adjust before throwing it out and trying something else.
For my morning routine, I use a makeup wipe to remove excess oil and wake me up a little.
I then apply a light layer of Ponds Dry Skin Cream. I am currently on the lookout for a lighter daytime moisturizer since it's warming up, but this works out well for me at the time.
Before putting on my makeup, I use the Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Liquid Sunblock in SPF 70 and my Garnier Fructis Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller.
That's all for that for the morning. Let's begin with the night routine!
Cue the first product that ever actually helped improve the texture of my skin! The Clarisonic Mia 2! I received this as a gift and I was soooooooo excited to try it out! I had done a lot of reading and research on them because they are such an investment and although I love beauty products, I do not enjoy spending a fortune on them. I began using this every other night to prevent the god awful "purging" phase that I had read about and I have since stepped it up to using it every night. If you would like a more detailed post on this bad boy, let me know and I will rave for days haha!
I always take my makeup off before using my Clarisonic with a makeup wipe. I've been through quite a few different brands and all of them have left my skin feeling like there was some kind of residue on it. It wasn't really the most pleasant feeling so I tried these lovely ones and haven't really looked back. They are the Yes To Cucumbers Makeup Wipes and they are so awesome. I usually buy them when find them bundled together as a two pack and save some moolah!
*On a side note, I also bought a sampler pack of makeup wipes from LA Fresh on Hautelook and I enjoy theirs too, I haven't had any reaction to them and they seem to be moisturizing as well and removing the makeup so I like them a lot for travel.
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| From R to L : Honey and Oat Cleanser, Blue Green Algae Toner, Jojoba Charcoal Facial Scrub, Pumpkin Nutrient Rich Facial Mask, Citrus Cream Moisturizer |
If you recall from my haul, I ordered this lovely kit from Michael Todd Organics. It's the discovery kit for normal to combo skin. I'll take you through each product individually:
Honey and Oat Deep Pore Cleanser : I spread a small amount of this on my damp face and pour a little onto my Clarisonic and start the cycle. I then rinse it off with a damp wash cloth. I like this cleanser it smells nice, which is a bonus, and it does make my skin feel clean. I don't really love how tight it makes my skin feel afterward. I don't know if this is because my last cleanser was a cream cleanser and this is more of a foaming cleanser. Not totally sure, but I don't know that I'll be repurchasing this product.
Blue Green Algae Antibacterial Toner : I apply this on a cotton pad to my entire face and then go back over the spots that I get oily. I have never enjoyed a toner before this one. I always felt like they dried my skin out too much. This makes the tight feeling that I got from the cleanser almost completely go away and I love it. I also like how you can feel it working. I wouldn't say it stings so much but may be a little haha. I will most likely be purchasing this product again.
Jojoba Charcoal Scrub : I use this after I have cleansed by face but before the toner, one or twice a week. I have used this a few times and I don't hate it. However, I do like a scrub to feel like I'm actually scrubbing with something other than my fingers. This does have some particles in it to aid in exfoliation but in my opinion not enough. I may try a different scrub from the line but probably not this one.
Pumpkin Nutrient Rich Facial Mask : I use this one a week after cleansing but before toner. I have to say, if you don't like the smell of pumpkin be warned. I does feel nice on the skin but I don't really feel a difference in the skin after I take it off. I have left it on for five minutes and for ten minutes with the same result. Probably won't be repurchasing this one either.
Citrus Cream Moisturizer : I apply this all over my face after toner. I first looked at this little bottle and thought to myself, "There is no way this is going to last for more than two days." That was before I opened it! This cream is super thick and I used what I thought was a good amount for my face and it was too much. It's so moisturizing that it's taken the place of my night cream because it's that crazy awesome! I tend to put more on my forehead and chin so they can suck up the moisture they need and a very light amount on my nose and cheeks because too much is not a good look. But once you figure out what works for your skin, this stuff is amazing! Though I do enjoy this product, I don't know that I will be purchasing it again. The price point is a little high for what I can probably find a dupe for elsewhere. Plus I find my skin adapts well to many different moisturizers so when I do experiment with my skincare it is usually a moisturizer that comes and goes.
I have just recently gotten into eye creams and this is the current one. It is Burt's Bee's Radiance eye cream. It's alright but I do plan on trying a different one once this one is done.
When I do get a blemish, I like to spot treat with this classic. Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque. I just dab a little but of this over any spots, head to bed and wash it off in the morning.
So there you have it, my day and night time routines! I hope you enjoy this post and as always thank you so much for stopping by!
Soo much love!
Rachel
