2017 Skincare Routine

Dec 5, 2017
3 min read

At a young age a lot of people have complemented me for my smooth skin, and I would be lying if I said it was all in the genes. Since the age of 14, my mother had always showed me the importance of taking care of your skin. In the beginning it was just the simple face cleanser and moisturizer, but as the years go by people have also showed us the importance of a toner, serum, face masks and the appropriate way to clean our faces. Below are the different products I have been using and loving

Makeup Remover: Garnier Skin Active Micellar Cleansing Water Makeup Remover

For the longest time, makeup remover wipes were all I ever used. Then I stumbled on the GARNIER Micellar Cleansing Water and literally has changed my life. What I love about this formula is the amount of makeup that really comes off with one swipe. Usually my skin gets agitated with the numerous times I had to scarp makeup off with just a wipe. The oil formula is also very smooth and does not make my skin feel dry after applying. What I also like is that there is no scent, so my face is ready for the next step.

Face Cleanser: SKINFOOD Egg White Pore Foam Cleanser

Lately, I have been loving this introduction to k-beauty. Their products are very effective and affordable. While walking at my closest Ulta, I found the SKIN FOOD Egg White Pore Foam. This formula is a cream base first that turns to foam with water.

The effectiveness of Egg whites are skin tightening, pore and blackhead reduction, and

prevents acne or acne scars. The ingredients might include egg whites, but the smell is very light and reminds me of a very clean floral smell.

What I use to apply is this rubber sponge applicator that comes with bristols to help exfoliate whenever it is needed.

Toner: BENTON Aloe BHA Skin Toner

Not alot of people understand the reasoning for toner. If you are someone that wears a full coverage foundation or adds sunscreen to your routine, then you will need this. Toner is what I call the last step in fully cleansing your face. A toner can also help prevent pores depending on the ingredients.

Specifically I chose this product because of the addition of aloe. This toner helps regulate my skin's ph with any irritation that happened throughout the day. There isnt much of a scent as well which is great because I hate mixing different scents together.

The way I love to apply this is by grabbing a cotton pad and softly wiping down my face to see all the grime and residue that might have been leftover.

Moisturizer: PACIFICA Dreamy Youth Day & Night Face Cream

We have now finally come to the moisturizer which I think is the most important part of your routine during the cold seasons. Recently I really wanted to try PACIFICA which I have heard from other bloggers. Pacifica is 100% vegan, cruelty free brand. Surprisingly their products are also considered affordable compared to other high end skincare brands.

This Dreamy Youth Day & Night cream has a very light creamy formula and the ingredients include floral cells or floral stem cells. The cells leaves a very light floral scent on my face.

To also make note, the packing for the brand is so cute. The product is in a white sphere bottle and a squirt applicator for easy application.

Face Mask: FREEMAN Green tea & Orange Blossom Peel-Off Mask

If you are ever having those lazy nights and your skin is so dull and you have dark under bags, then you need this. Face masks have been such a huge trend this year with so many different kinds. There are face masks, peel-off masks and gel masks. This is the first time using a peel-off mask and I love it.

It might be a little sticky at first, but it drys up pretty fast to for me to peel. the scent once again is very nice with the mix of green tea and blossoms.

I will only apply this after the toner and before the moisturizer on different occasions. Its better to use it before going to sleep to feel refreshed in the morning.