Hi, my lovely glam goddesses (and gods)! I’ve been feeling a bit out of funk lately and I think everyone can agree with me that this quarantine has turned our lives upside down. The last three months have really been about discovering new things that are good for my mind, body and soul — including my skin! I have always been a diehard skincare junkie and got into it at a much younger age than everyone else I knew. From my early 20s, I’ve made it a point to incorporate great products into my skincare regimen. However, I haven’t always been consistent with it which is the major key when it comes to taking care of your skin. I can also attest to the fact that it hasn’t always been pleasant or gone my way, but finding the right products for you is truly about trial and error. Today, I want to share some great products I’ve been using during this quarantine and how they’ve really helped turn my skin around. I hope this list aids you in any sort of way and possibly introduces you to something you end up loving! Click on the name of the product below for its Sephora/website link.
- Tatcha Violet-C Brightening Serum
I’m a sucker for any good serums, but especially one that consists of Vitamin C. This serum is now a staple in my skin care routine. It contains 20% Vitamin C and 10% AHA which is truly a unique blend of ingredients that help brighten, smooth, and even your skin tone. I’ve been using it in my daytime skin care routine for over three months now and there’s noticeable difference in my acne scarring. This serum helps fight any aging due to free radicals, helps with cell turnover, and reduces the appearance of dark spots and scarring. Another added bonus – it’s vegan and cruelty free! - Saturday Skin Waterfall Glacier Water Cream
This is a great moisturizer for anyone with combination to oily skin. My skin tends to get a bit oily as the weather gets warmer and this water cream provides great hydration, but leaves it feeling smooth without being greasy. I love that it absorbs right in and keeps my skin looking supple. This cream is definitely one of my summer staples and the packaging is also super cute. By the way, Saturday Skin is a clean beauty brand so make sure to check out their other products. - Elemis Facial Peel Pads
I’ve been really into facial pads lately and I received these in a subscription box a few months ago. I honestly didn’t think these would deliver the results I was looking for but boy, was I wrong. These facial pads are super gentle yet exfoliate your skin so well. I don’t prefer physical scrubs and these truly take away the need for that. They revitalize your skin while also renewing your cell turnover. These pads include ingredients such as probiotics and lactic acid to help re-texturize your skin but also not dry it out. I highly recommend adding this into your skin care regimen, especially if you’re new to using facial pads. - Tatcha Rice Polish Foaming Enzyme Powder
Can you tell how much I love Tatcha? This is the second item I’m obsessed with coming from this brand. Like I mentioned before, I’m not really a fan of physical scrubs. However, this is the only one that makes an exception. This rice enzyme powder is so soft and smooth on the skin that you’ll think it’s a cleanser instead of an actual exfoliator. This powder transforms into the creamiest foam that lightly scrubs away at debris and leaves your skin feeling supple and soft. I’ve seen so much improvement in the minimization of my pores as well as great clarity and radiance of my skin. I personally use the classic version of this but there are four different versions that cater to specific skin needs. Give this a try, you won’t be disappointed! Tatcha is also another clean beauty brand and prides itself on the standard of their ingredients – always a plus!
- Dr. Brandt 24/7 Retinol Eye Cream
If you’re already incorporating retinol into your skin care routine, this is a great addition to your regimen. I love a good eye cream, but I don’t like anything too thick or oily on my eyes. If you’re a person who develops milia around your eyes, a lighter eye cream is the way to go and this one is perfect for that purpose. This cream includes retinol which slowly releases over the course of hours to help tackle any fine lines or wrinkles. It’s perfect for anti-aging and though you may not be worried about that yet, anti-aging products are also great to use for prevention. This helps brighten your under-eye area and also moisturizes simultaneously. Make sure to only use this at night due to the retinol. - Glow Recipe Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask
I didn’t think I’d love this product as much as I do. Are you a huge fan of masks like me? Then you need to try this one out ASAP! First of all, this smells like a jolly rancher and you can delightfully reminisce of the simpler times while applying it. Secondly, it’s the perfect blend of acids that you should be applying to your skin – hyaluronic, glycolic and lactic acid. Hyaluronic acid moisturizes your skin and glycolic & lactic acids help renew your skin by removing any dead skin cells. This leaves your face feeling radiant, smooth and supple. The watermelon is great for reducing any redness on your skin too. I use this twice a week and it’s been a game changer!
Also, an honorary mention for their Blueberry Bounce Gentle Cleanser. It’s filled with anti-oxidants and amazing for acne-prone or oily skin! - Glossier Super Pure Serum
This is currently sold out on their website because that’s just how good it is. Believe the hype. This serum consists mainly of niacinamide and zinc. These two ingredients are essential for anyone fighting acne or blemishes. Niacinamide, another name for Vitamin B3, helps improve your skin’s clarity and texture. Zinc targets the sebum in your pores and controls oil production to keep the acne at bay. This is a great serum to help purify and balance your skin. I’ve been using it every time I feel a breakout coming on and it’s really helped eliminate the pesky zits I get from time to time. The reasonable price point makes you feel even better since you’ll want to make this a permanent part of your routine.
So, what do you think of this list, my beauties? Do you have any suggestions or recommendations for me? What have you been trying out for your skin lately? Leave a comment below and also feel free to message me on Instagram – @sassysherni. Looking forward to hearing from you!
xo,
S
Sassy Sherni 