Super Affordable Skincare On A Budget
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It’s been a minute since I’ve done a Skincare Sunday’s blog. I genuinely missed talking about skincare on here. If you follow me on Instagram then you know I talk about skincare almost everyday, but if you don’t then I am going to do my best to give you guys some updated skincare talk on the blog.
My skincare journey honestly started when i first moved to Los Angeles 6 years ago. I’ve always had relatively good skin with the occasional hormonal acne, however Los Angeles air, water and UV exposure really changed my skin. That’s when I started to dive in the skincare world and become a #skinthusiest.
We all know that skincare can get REALLY pricey. It’s just the idea of spending so much money on one product for it to not work and then you have to spend more money trying more products. It’s a lot! But I’m here to share with you guys some more affordable skincare brands/products that I’ve personally tried and loved so far.
Versed:
Versed is a super affordable, clean skincare brands that is sold at Target. I had the luxury of trying a lot of their products for free, but these are the ones I STAN.
The Shortcut Overnight Facial Peel - I wasn’t going to try this overnight peel in the beginning because peels are scary to me lol. Then one day I was like let me see what this is about and guys, LIFE CHANGING! I wash my face at night, put on my toner and then apply this overnight facial peel and the next morning my face is plump and super soft. It’s a blend of lactic and glycolic acid which helps to break down dead skin cells. It also has Vitamin A which exfoliates, brightens, and hydrates then skin . Along with Vitamin which keeps the skin calm, basically this $9.99 peel is the truth!
Wash It Out Gel Cleanser - Now I’ve tried a lot of cleansers in my day and some just don’t do it for me. But this one is soooo nice and super gentle, I’m obsessed. I actually saw people talking about this one and purchased it on one of my Target runs. It was the best $12.99 I’ve ever spent. It has this nice minty smell to it. I always feel like I’m getting a salon like cleanse when I use this in the shower. It doesn’t lather too much, but it’s just right. OH and it doesn’t burn your eyes which is always a plus in my book!
Stroke Of Brilliance Brightening Serum - This serum is everything for $19.99. If you’re looking for a more affordable Vitamin C serum I definitely recommend this one. Vitamin C is good for evening and brightening your skin tone. If you have any dark spots or you just want to even your skin tone completely, definitely add a Vitamin C product in your regimen. Vitamin C serums can get a little pricey, so finding one that basically $20 is a STEAL! I’m telling you guys, you NEED this serum in your life.
DermaE:
DermaE is one of my favorite brands that I feel like deserves more love! They are all natural and almost every product I’ve tried from them has been a hit. They are sold in Ulta, online and they have a product for pretty much ANY skin care need.
Universal Cleansing Balm - If you aren’t too hip on cleansing balms, they have recently entered the skincare market as an oil based alternative to using a makeup wipe. What I love the most about this cleansing balm is the fact that it adds so much nutrients and oils to your skin. My skin feel SUPER soft after I use it. It’s crazy! It has rosehip oil, camellia oil, citrus oil, and cocoa and shea butters. All of these natural ingredients play a huge part in cleaning, balancing and moisturizing our skin. The best part about this cleansing balm is the fact that it’s all natural and only $15.00. It doesn’t get better than this!
Purifying 2-in-1 Charcoal Mask - This is one of my favorite mask that I’ve been using for years. It detoxifies and exfoliates your skin. If you have clogged pores and you need a deep pore cleanser, then this is the mask for you. I love that it exfoliates your skin as well and gives you a nice glow afterwards. All for the lovely price of $19.50. It also last you a while because a little goes a long way!
Radiant Glow Face Oil x SunKissAlba - If you’re like me and having glowy skin is a must then you NEED this oil. It’s a mix of jojoba oil, seabuckthorn oil, argon oil, and mica. I’ve been using this oil for almost 2 years now and it’s a staple in my skincare routine. No matter what skin type you have, this product works wonders. It leaves your skin feeling super soft and the oils absorb right in. I use it after my moisturizer, let it sit for a few minutes and then I put on my sunscreen. Oils can be really pricey, but luckily this oil is only $22.50 and you only have to use a few drops at a time.
Olay:
Regenerist Retinol24 Night Face Moisturizer - Retinol has become a staple in my nighttime routine. If you have aging skin or you’re looking for something to smoothen, tighten and even your skin then a retinol based product is it. What I love about this product is its fragrance free and when I wake up my skin is noticeably tighter. If you use it for a week straight you will definitely see results. The moisturizer is originally $38.99 (which is still more affordable than a lot of retinol products), but it’s on sale for $28.99 and has been for a while. So I feel like it can be included in my affordable skincare round up.
Regenerist Retinol24 Night Eye Cream - I don’t really talk about eye creams too much, but if you’re on the market for one….this is it! Eye creams are a really good preventative skincare product. What that means is the eye cream will help you in the long run when it comes to bags, dark circles and under eye wrinkles. It works like the moisturizer, but it penetrates deeper in the areas around your eyes to really give you brighter and tighter eyes the next day. It’s the same price as the night moisturizer $38.99 on sale for $28.99, but I love to use them together. It just feels right! lol
Resurfacing Peel Vitamin C and AHA - This is another mask that really surprised me! The vitamin C really exfoliates and the AHA removes all those impurities. Both of the products together leave a nice glow to your skin are using it. I would only use it once a week, because you don’t want to over exfoliate your skin. However, it’s great! The price is originally $26.99, but it’s on sale for $20.64. Not too bad for a spa like experience.
Alright beautiful people, that is all I have for my affordable skincare roundup. Let me know in the comments below if you want me to talk about a specific skincare topic. Every time I try a new brand, I’ll update you guys on how I like it. Hope you guys are staying safe and happy skin-caring!
XO,
