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Miriam
Hey Beauty Lovers!
I'm so sorry for the lack of blog posts recently. I have been exhausted and trying to catch up with work.
I am excited to be sharing my current skincare routines today! For those of you that don't know, I had a horrible first trimester. I wasn't able to even wash my face at all for like two months! My skin is looking so much better after getting back into skincare.
I had a lot of dull skin and closed comedones these last few months, but now my skin is smooth and glowing again. I changed out quite a few products since my last skincare update, so I hope this post is helpful!
AM Skincare Routine:
- Pacifica Beauty Coconut Water Micellar Water- I honestly stopped washing my skin with soap + water in the AM. I find that my skin doesn't actually need a thorough cleansing twice a day. I add a lot of micellar water to a cotton square, and just swipe the cotton across my face. My skin feels completely clean from just using micellar water in the AM.
- COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner- To keep my skin clear, I spray this toner three times into my palms and pat the product onto my face. This toner contains a very low level of AHAs and BHA, so it is safe to use twice a day. I love to include chemical exfoliants in all my skincare routines, but they can be very harsh. This toner is amazing for daily use!
- Manyo Factory Galactomyces Niacin Special Treatment Essence*- I have been using this special treatment essence for quite a while now, and I'm actually almost out! This essence will keep your skin absolutely clear and smooth. I use about 6 drops for my whole face, and I use it twice a day. It is seriously very special, and I will have to purchase a new bottle soon.
- Dear Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop- This is a new addition to my routine, and I am loving this Vitamin C serum! It is super gentle, and it is formulated with Centella Asiatica which is ffantastic for almost every skin condition. I have been wanting to try this serum for quite a while now, and it has definitely lived up to all the hype. I have seen some negative reviews for this product, so please be aware that this may not work for you.
- Sheet Mask- This is when I will use a sheet mask in my AM routine. I don't always use a sheet mask in the AM, but I always use one in the PM. Yes, I sheet mask every day, sometimes twice a day!
- COSRX 96 Snail Mucin Power Essence- This essence has been in my skincare routine for quite a while now. I absolutely love using snail products, and I try to encourage everyone to try out this fantastic ingredient. One tip I do have for anyone that sheet masks; if you find that your skin feels sticky after using a sheet mask, this essence will solve that problem!
- Elensilia CPP French Propolis 82 RESISTEM Ampoule- Yes, I like to use an ampoule too. I know my routine may seem very excessive, but I enjoy pampering my skin with skin softening/protecting products. My skin barrier is super strong, and it is very hard to irritate my skin these days. An added bonus of using very nourishing skincare products; my skin looks so young and plump. My daughters pediatrician thought I was in my low 20s! He couldn't believe that I was already 30!
- Etude House Moistfull Collagen Eye Cream- I don't use any fancy eye creams. This cream from Etude House is perfect for providing intense hydration to the eye area. Honestly, I use eye patches every day, so I don't feel the need to use an anti-aging eye cream. The hydration this cream provides is enough to plump out the smooth lines around my eyes. So far this has been enough for me, but that may change as I venture further into my 30s.
- Elensilia CPP French Propolis 80 RESISTEM Cream- I can't even begin to explain how amazing this moisturizer is for my skin. If you are looking for that K-Beauty glow, look no further. This Propolis cream is going to transform your skin! I am almost out already, but I bought a backup this month. I don't know how I will live without this moisturizer ever again.
- Radha Beauty Argan Oil- I always use a beauty oil in my skincare routines. It doesn't make my skin oily, it actually keeps my oil production under control. I use dry oils in the AM and PM to help seal in all my fantastic skincare products, and keep my skin protected from my environment. I love to use Argan Oil in the AM. It is a very lightweight oil, and it helps my skin maintain moisture all day long. I highly recommend trying out this oil for yourself. It may change the way you feel about beauty oils!
- Australian Gold SPF 50 Face Mineral Sunscreen- My final AM skincare step is always SPF 50. I use a high SPF all year round, and it is so important for everyone to continuously use sunblock. I love mineral sunscreens, but they turn my face ghost white! This sunscreen is tinted, so you won't see the sunscreen film on your skin. It doesn't provide any coverage, so don't expect it to work like makeup.
PM Skincare Routine:
- Banila Co Clean It Zero- I always start my PM skincare routine with an oil based cleanser. The Clean It Zero is a super creamy cleansing balm, and I have been using it the past month. I actually think this cleansing balm removes sunscreen and makeup more thoroughly than any other oil cleanser I've tried in the past. I use a small amount for my whole face, and it is even safe to use on eye makeup. This is seriously my new favorite cleanser!
- Oseque Silky Bright Enzyme Powder Facial Wash*- To remove all of the oil based cleanser, I always follow up with a second cleansing step. This is one of those K-Beauty products that I wish I never tried. It's absolutely amazing, but I can't find it for sale at a reputable distributor! You only need a very small amount of product, so I have quite a bit left. I'm hoping it will last me another 3 months at minimum.
- Son & Park Beauty Water- If you haven't heard about Beauty Water yet, stop what you are doing right now and buy some. It is one of the best purchases I have made in 2018. It can be used as a cleansing water, a toner, an essence, and a hydrating mist (if you pour some product into a spray bottle). I love how versatile this water can be, and I love that it is formulated with natural gentle exfoliators. I use it as a final cleansing step. I add some onto a cotton square, and then I swipe the cotton over my face. This ensures that I remove every last trace of sunscreen and/or makeup as well as prep my skin for the rest of my routine.
- COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner- I use this in the PM in the same way as the AM.
- Manyo Factory Galactomyces Niacin Special Treatment Essence*- I use this in PM in the same way as the AM.
- Dear Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop- I use this in the PM in the same way as the AM.
- Sheet Mask- I always sheet mask in the PM, even if I've already sheet masked in the AM. I have a huge stash of masks to choose from, so I normally select a mask that will benefit my skin at that moment in time. Does that even make sense?
- COSRX 96 Snail Mucin Power Essence- I use this in the PM in the same way as the AM.
- JayJun Roselle Eye Patches- I actually just started using eye patches every PM last month. I started with cheaper gold patches, but I've now upgraded to these amazing patches from JayJun. I like to apply these under my eyes right after the snail essence, and let them sit for at least 20 min.
- Etude House Moistfull Collagen Eye Cream- I use this in the PM in the same way as the AM.
- JayJun Soothing Facial Moisture Emulsion- This is basically a very lightweight moisturizer. For some people it may be hydrating enough to use on its own, but I use it as a hydration boost under my other moisturizers. I do find that adding an emulsion to my routine in the PM really helps my skin stay hydrated enough throughout the night (even with a heater on full blast).
- COSRX Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask- I apply this overnight mask before my regular moisturizer because I feel that my moisturizer is a lot heavier than this mask. Normally, you would want to add a sleeping mask last in your skincare routine, but I have found that the opposite works better for my specific skincare products. This mask really softens and brightens the skin overnight. I can't believe how few people actually use this mask in their skincare routines. It is absolutely fantastic!
- Pacifica Beauty Coconut Probiotic Water Rehab Cream- I actually find this to be a dupe for The Water Cream from Tatcha. I actually find it to be a lot more hydrating and beneficial for my skin. I highly recommend checking this moisturizer out. It may save you a ton of money on the Tatcha version.
- Radha Beauty Rosehip Oil- This is my other favorite beauty oil. I find that it's a little heavier than the Argan Oil, so I only use it in the PM. It helps fade my acne scars, and it keeps my skin glowing. I cannot live with Rosehip Oil!
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I will be hosting my next sheet mask giveaway on May 1, 2019 on my Instagram page. So far I will be giving away sheet masks from JayJun, Papa Recipe, and Mediheal. I always give away 10 sheet masks every few months, but my giveaways are for US residents only.
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