It's been almost an entire year since my last morning skincare routine so it's time for an update! Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe!
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Showing posts with label Morning Skincare Routine. Show all posts
12/27/16
11/17/15
Video: My Current Morning Skincare Routine
I have updated my morning skincare routine since my last video 8 months ago. Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe!
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3/16/15
Video: My Updated Morning Skincare Routine
It's been a while since I did a full morning skincare routine post, and I felt it was time for an updated one. If you want to read my previous one, see that post here. All the products I mention in the video are listed below. Enjoy!
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11/6/14
My Morning Skincare Routine Gets Two New Additions
My evening skincare routine is where I do the majority of my new product testing. Mainly because in the morning I do not have the time to be trying out new products, possibly having an irritation, or averse reaction thus resulting in my makeup application suffering. No thank you! I will not let my daily full face be hindered. So after finishing both my serum (I was using this one) and my daily face lotion (this one), I needed to find replacements. I tried a few different things that didn't work for me, before finally settling on these two products. So here they are - meet my two new morning skincare additions. The La Prairie Skin Caviar Liquid Lift and the Sulwhasoo Essential Balancing Emulsion. I have sampled a bit of each below on my hand so you can better see the texture. (the Sulwhasoo is the top swatch and the La Prairie is the bottom one)
1. La Prairie Skin Caviar Liquid Lift -After loving both the Foam Cleanser and Cellular Eye Essence Platinum Rare, I have been interested to try more and more La Prairie products. This serum is part of their ever-famous skin caviar line and is designed to help lift and firm the skin. While this is not my primary concern right now, I was curious as to whether I would see any benefits for myself. Well, I should have known not to doubt La Prairie. Not only did I begin to see immediate tightening and smoothing effects on my skin, which made the biggest difference in how my makeup wears on my face, I also began to see any lingering blemishes heal faster and my pores have consistently appeared smaller with each use. The Liquid Lift also helps to rejuvenate new cells and diminish past damage, and I have been using this serum for just about 28 days now (the amount of time it takes skin to regenerate), so I
am excited to notice further changes over the next few weeks. One final note with this product - since it is a pricier product, it is important to note how much is needed for daily use which is often a factor in justifying the splurge - I use only one pump each morning. And that one pump covers my entire face, neck and upper chest. If you see me slowly beginning to look younger and younger over the next few months, you will know why. *wink*
2. Sulwhasoo Essential Balancing Emulsion - I always have an added layer of excitement when testing a skincare brand I haven't used before. I've walked by the Sulwhasoo counter a million times in Bergdorf Goodman, scrolled past it on the Neiman Marcus website but never had the chance to try anything. I was excited when the Sulwhasoo team sent this over for me to review, and knew immediately I wanted to incorporate it into my morning routine. My requirements for a daytime lotion are mainly centered around maintaining the moisture levels in my skin without adding any additional oil. And this Sulwhasoo Balancing Emulsion fits the bit perfectly! I imagined the texture would be a bit thinner and more runny like a lotion, but was intrigued to find it a mix between a lotion, cream and gel all in one. The texture is quite unique but the way it wears on my skin sealed the deal. It immediately gave me a natural finish (not too shiny or dewy) while still managing to keep my skin looking plump and hydrated. I was still hesitant because until I see how it wears under makeup, I am not completely convinced of its efficacy. I was happy to see that it complimented my foundations nicely and kept my skin balanced throughout the day. Looks like I found my next morning lotion.
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7/11/14
Morning Skincare Routine Update
It's been quite a while since I did a morning skincare routine post, and a lot has changed so I felt it was time for an updated one. When it comes to my morning regimen, my makeup may vary from day to day, but I tend to keep the same skincare routine for a long time. Any new products I am testing out typically are tested in my evening routine because I can't afford to have any issues during the day. The last thing I need is to have an allergic reaction or irritation from a product and have to get out the door to head to work. No thank you. So once I settle on a combination of products I like, I leave it there until I finish them up (or something else is good enough to catch my eye). Here is a look at my current morning skincare routine:
1. Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Cleanser - Sooo many mixed reviews on this product, and after using it I can understand why. The first time I applied it, I used 3-4 pumps and was left with the driest most uncomfortable skin imaginable. After reading some tips online, I amended my application to only one pump as recommended and it performed much better. Yup, "they" were right. The cleanser helps to make my skin feel fresh, clean and balanced each morning which is just what I need to wake me up. This is one of those times when I am glad I listened to the Internet.
2. REN Clarifying Toning Lotion - If I am not using my First Aid Beauty Blemish Patrol Pads during a breakout, I use this REN clarifying toning lotion after cleansing. I prefer to use an exfoliating toner for both my morning and evening routine and then follow it up with a hydrating mist (this one is a favorite) or balancing lotion/essence (alternating between this one and this one right now). The glycolic acid and salicilin in this toning lotion helps to remove any dead skin cells and purify congested skin, preparing my skin for the rest of the treatments.
3. Clarins Double Serum - I feel that you truly can't call yourself a skincare lover until you have added this cult classic to your routine. Every time I have posted it on Instagram, the first thing everyone says is how much they love this serum. The bottle houses two different formulas that dispense simultaneously when you press the pump which is one of the coolest features of this serum. The fact that the ingredients are designed to help reactivate skin's functions, reduce wrinkles, even skin tone and firm skin is just an added bonus. And for me this serum wears beautifully under makeup, and feels amazing on the skin. One pump is enough to cover my entire face and my skin immediately looks smoother. I feel this is the one serum that any age or skin type can use and should add to their routine.
4. REN T-Zone Balancing Day Fluid - Most moisturizers are too heavy or end up contributing to my mid day shine disaster. I have been on the hunt for a balancing or slightly mattifying face lotion that worked for my skin, and I found one just in time for the humidity and heat. This REN lotion absorbs instantly without any tackiness, and acts as the perfect base to apply my makeup or sunscreen. It gives my skin a natural matte finish and wears just as well in the cold weather as it does in the heat. Typically I follow it up with a sunscreen, and here is a prior post that I wrote featuring the ones I'm wearing this summer under my makeup.*please note the name for this product has changed and it is now the Clarimatte T-Zone Balancing Gel Cream*
5. Bakel Cool Eyes - I have a lot of trouble sleeping as well as the issue of waking up with intensely dry eyes so I need an eye cream that immediately helps soothe and hydrate. This has been my go-to eye cream for the past few months and I am loving it. For more details, check out the full review I did on this eye cream a few weeks ago.
What is your current skincare routine? Tell me in the comments below!
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