Weekly Roundup 5: My Skincare Staples
This is a new obsession of mine. I actually tried it when someone left a bottle of it at my boyfriend’s parent’s house. I’d never heard of the brand and assumed it was this super expensive skincare line. Not sure why it took me over a year to look into the line… but it’s only $14! This takes off makeup really well and leaves my skin feeling supple and clean. I follow it up with the Lancôme serum and a moisturizer depending on how my skin is feeling. I also bought a night time repair moisturizer from the line and will report back after I use it for a longer time.
2. Lancôme Youth Genifique … $ 78
I got this in a holiday beauty box from Lancôme. On its own it retails at about $80, but during Christmas time they have a promotion where you can spend a certain amount and qualify for the holiday box that only costs a fraction of what it’s worth. So, I wouldn’t have purchased this on its own but after using it morning and night the last few weeks I’ve noticed my skin looking and feeling brighter and smoother. I will definitely be restocking on this serum!
3. Radha Organic Rosehip Oil … $14.95
This is a product I make sure to never run out of. It’s an organic cold pressed rosehip oil that great for moisturizing your whole face, putting on scrapes or rashes, or mixing with other products. I love the dropper application and the dark glass bottle that helps preserve the lifespan of the product. The color is a very bright orange, so I typically only use it at night but you can add a couple drops to your foundation for a dewy finish. When you shop for rosehip oil remember that the darker the color, the better!
4. Fresh Vitamin Nectar Moisture Glow Face Cream … $42
I bought this a few years ago at Sephora and since then make surero never run out. It smells like a tropical vacation and is so soothing to put on in the morning. I feel like it really does brighten my complexion and gives a good layer of moisture that soaks up quickly and doesn’t mess with my makeup application. It’s packed with vitamins and all sorts of natural goodies and works well with my sensitive skin!
5. Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask … $45
This is a super popular and trendy product right now…and for good reason. It smells amazing, goes on feeling super lightweight and refreshing, and works wonders on your skin all while you’re asleep!! There’s an option to layer on a thicker amount and leave it for the duration of a normal face mask, but I prefer to finish my bed time skin routine with this, go to bed, and rinse off in the morning. Make sure you stir or shake it up well before applying because the product does separate a little!
Side Note: Whenever you are using different active ingredients in your skincare routine make sure to mix and layer them safely. I use the Vitamin C moisturizer in the mornings only and don’t mix it with my serums!