A couple months ago I was dealing with pretty bad breakouts, so bad that I decided to purchase tons of new skincare and go back to previous products that I knew worked well with my skin. I promised I would post an updated skincare routine and here we are 3 months later. To be honest the reason why this post took so long was that I wanted to wait until I had the perfect skincare set. I knew that If I kept putting this off until I found the perfect skincare products for my skin type that I would never post an updated skincare routine so I just went ahead and put together a list of products that I'm actually using at the moment.
At of all of my routines I've done with the past (K-beauty 8-step skincare routines), this is probably one with the least amount of products. I'm missing certain products as well such as makeup remover, cleansing oil, serums, essence, etc. Like I said, though if I kept putting this off I who knows when I would post a new routine. This post is mainly about my night routine but I also include what I do in the morning because of my AM routine uses pretty much the same products with some exceptions.
The first thing I do in the morning is splash cold water on my face, this helps me wake up and circulates blood flow. I follow up with toner. I don't wash my face in the morning but the toner helps clean my face without drying it out. I don't normally use this at night unless I've worn a facial mask before. Sometimes I use this to remove my face makeup before following up with cleansing.
Cleanser: COSRX Salicylic Acid Gentle Cleanser
I'm currently testing some cleansing oil which is why I didn't feature any in this post because they come in sample size packaging. In the evening, I use this gentle cleanser to remove my face makeup. Back when I was breaking out almost daily this was the product that helped reduce the number of pimples that I would get. It can be drying though! For that reason, I don't let this foam up too much because the longer I lather this on the more drying it can be so I just lather it on a few times and rinse well.
Cleansing Pads: COSRX One Step Moisture Up Pads
I go back and forth between choosing the COSRX One Step Pimple Clear Pads and these pads depending on my mood because both products work well with my skin type. I only use these at night after cleansing my face. They have two sides a smooth side and an embossed side which gently exfoliates your face. These serve as the 'toning' porting of my PM routine.
Sheet Masks: Dewy Tree Aloe It's Pure Hydration Mask + Esfolio Aloe Essence Mask Sheet
I've been using sheet masks every night since 2016. At this point, it's a daily habit that's just as natural as washing my face (check out my daily masking tips here). Even on days when I'm dead tired, I still wait the extra 15-30 minutes for a sheet mask. I'm currently using these aloe sheet masks, they really help calm my skin after a summery day out. If you want to try out daily sheet masks but worry about the price why not make your own sheet masks? Side note: I highly recommend Dewy Tree sheet masks.
Moisturizer: Pacifica Cactus + Kale Oil-Free Renewal Lotion
The daily moisturizer I use morning and at night is this Cactus + Kale Oil-Free Renewal Lotion by Pacifica. It's not the best moisturizer I've used but not the worst either. The cream literally feels like a body lotion, moisturizing but somewhat thick. Don't be fooled by the name though, it doesn't smell like cactus or kale, it has a light floral scent.
Eye Cream: Skinfood Royal Honey Essential Eye Cream
After almost a year of using the same eye cream, I finally decided to switch things up and try a new eye cream. I've only used the Skinfood Royal Honey Essential Eye Cream it for about to weeks and it's really similar to the Elizavecca white bomb eye cream, I can hardly notice any difference between the two!
I use Buffet both AM and PM after cleansing but before moisturizing. I adore this product! It helps combat early signs of aging. I finished my bottle a few weeks ago and I have noticed a huge difference since I stopped using it which means I need to purchase another bottle. haha
Sunscreen: Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish Sun Milk SPF50
On days when I go out, I make to apply sun cream before I go out (read about sunscreen here). The Etude House Sunprise Mild Airy Finish Sun Milk isn't greasy, sticky, or leaving any white cast.
Scrub: Tony Moly Strawberry Mushroom Sugar Scrub
I exfoliate twice a week. This Strawberry sugar scrub by Tony Moly smells delicious and isn't as rough as other scrubs.
Sleeping Pack: Skinfood Freshmade Cranberry Face Mask
When I think I need extra hydration I throw on this face mask by Skinfood. I've been using it as a sleeping pack because the consistency feels similar to that of a sleeping mask. It's hydrating, cooling, and comfortable to sleep with. I plan on buying more once I finish this.
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There's a whole heap of products here that I want to try out! Especially the coxrx pads, I've seen so many rave about them that I feel like I'm going to have to do a little cosrx spree!
ReplyDeleteI always wish I had the time and patience to sheet mask daily but weekly seems to be enough for me in order to keep up with using them!
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I love the COSRX pads! I have a review on them which you can read to see which ones are better suited for you. I struggle with insomnia so sheet maks aren't a problem with me. hehe ♥
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