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Everything has been abnormal lately, so I'm trying to re-center myself by getting back into my skincare routines. We'll see how long this lasts haha. I confess that I've been neglecting my skin the past few weeks, but it hasn't revolted yet, which is really surprising 🤔 _ Anyway, off to read more of The Goldfinch before bed. It hasn’t really captured my attention yet and has actually been putting me to sleep the past 3 nights, but maybe tonight’s the night where something exciting will happen 😆 _ Here's my #skincareroutine for Saturday night, 04/11/20 1️⃣Good Molecules Instant Cleansing Balm* 2️⃣Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash* 3️⃣Paula's Choice 1% Retinol Booster* 4️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 5️⃣Dr. Jart Cicapair Gel Cream* 6️⃣Glossier Mango Balm Dotcom _ * = PR sample #goodmolecules#holifrog#paulaschoice#skinmedica#drjart#glossier#beautyroutine#skincarediary#skincarelover#skincareobsessed https://www.instagram.com/p/B-35OWsAzT3/?igshid=l95f7bjjvdgc

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It's been raining all day and I've been so busy around the house that I didn't even do a morning routine. I'm still adjusting to social distancing, working from home and having the kids home, too, but I'm thankful that we are together and we have everything we need. I've been staying up way too late reading the news, though, so I'm trying to cut back on that. How are you all doing? - Here's my PM #skincareroutine for Sunday, 03/22/20 1️⃣Lixir Electrogel Cleanser 2️⃣Lait U 3️⃣P50 1970 4️⃣Masque Vivant 5️⃣Complexe Iribiol 6️⃣iS Clinical Active Serum* 7️⃣Lytera 2.0 8️⃣Creme Dermopurifiante 9️⃣Glossier Mango Balm Dotcom _ * = PR sample #skincarediary#beautyroutine#skincare#biologiquerecherche#isclinical#glossier#skinmedica#lixirskin#beautylover#skincarelover#skincareobsessed#skincarecommunity https://www.instagram.com/p/B-D7SVLAwc0/?igshid=1878nv45oysb9

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I think this is my only post for February! Maybe I'll get back on track in March? Also, feeling lost knowing that Masque Vivant is out of stock everywhere. I have a tiny bit left, so I'm trying to use it wisely and not like, recklessly. LOL. It's not in this routine, but I had to mention it b/c it's on my mind, along with Coronavirus😫. Here's my PM #skincareroutine for Friday, 02/28/20 - 1️⃣Lixir Electrogel Cleanser, almost done with this. It's a thick lotion and smells divine. The scent reminds me of Liz Earle's Hot Cloth Cleanser- an herbal, sort of earthy scent. I like that this feels really creamy and it's nice to do a little massage with it 2️⃣iS Clinical Cleansing Complex*, this is as good as everyone says. It's a low-foaming gel cleanser that cleans really well, but isn't drying.You also only need a small amount per use, so this bottle will probably last me a while. It also contains mildly exfoliating ingredients, which my acne prone and oily skin really appreciates 3️⃣BR Oligo Proteins Marines for undereye brightening 4️⃣iS Clinical Active Serum*, acne fighting and gentle resurfacing in a watery serum 5️⃣Lytera 2.0 6️⃣Creme Dermopurifiante 7️⃣Mango Balm Dot Com - * = PR samples #lixirskin#isclinical#biologiquerecherche#skinmedica#glossier#beautyroutine#skincarediary#skincarelover#instaskincare https://www.instagram.com/p/B9JEVMWAARw/?igshid=1ni9elq104ktk

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I've been slacking in taking care of my face, in addition to eating all sorts of junky foods. My skin is definitely showing signs of neglect, mostly dullness and acne in areas where I normally wouldn't break out _ So, here is tonight's #skincareroutine. Going hog wild over here with the products and even threw in some Nuface time lol _ 1️⃣Good Molecules Instant Cleansing Balm* 2️⃣Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash* 3️⃣P50 1970 on acne prone areas 4️⃣P50 PIGM 400 everywhere else on face and neck 5️⃣Masque Vivant, my stinky superstar mixed with a few drops of 6️⃣Complex Iribiole, and rinsed off after 20 mins 7️⃣Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only for brightening 8️⃣Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum* 9️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 🔟Creme Dermopurifiante 1️⃣1️⃣CNP Laboratory Propolis Sleeping Mask, NP but used with Nuface 1️⃣2️⃣Glossier Balm Dotcom, NP _ * = PR samples #goodmolecules#beautylish#biologiquerecherche#glossier#skinmedica#nuface#holifrog#beautygram#skincarediary#skincarelover#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B7p4lDZgaRU/?igshid=1823akkz91yae

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Actively shopping my stash and found this little guy! This is the Rilakkuma x A'pieu Air Fit Cushion blush in CR02. _ In addition to the adorable packaging, I squeal silently over the adorably small compact and tiny air puff. It's also a really pretty shade. I'm terrible with colors, but it looks like a pinky coral to me, WDYT? Swipe left for a swatch, but it's pretty sheer since I did not pat generously 😬 _ #rilakkuma#apieau#kbeauty#koreanmakeup#beautylover#makeuplover#beautygram#glossier https://www.instagram.com/p/B7osxhdgpN9/?igshid=12md9at7r0lww

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Someone sent me a really nice DM to tell me that my posts introduced her to Biologique Recherche and now she uses BR, too and has seen improvement in her acne situation. 🥰 When I tried to reply, I somehow accidentally deleted it. If that was you, I'm so sorry! I was happy to read the message though and thrilled that your skin is in a better place. If you DM me again, I promise not to screw up again and delete it by mistake 😬 _ Speaking of BR, I'm putting in a BR order this week and I'm excited for that. Need to re-buy Masque Vivant and Placenta Serum. I'm tempted by A Glyca, but a couple reviewers have mentioned breakouts while using it, so now I'm thinking not _ I'm also considering Serum Fluide VIP O2, but after breaking out while using the Creme VIP O2 and also the VIP O2 eye cream, I'm hesitant to try anything fr the VIP line. Maybe VIP line is too rich (haha) for my acne prone skin? If you have experience with any of these, let me know your thoughts! _ #latergram of last night's #skincareroutine 1️⃣Glossier Milky Oil to remove eye makeup 2️⃣Tata Harper Nourishing Oil Cleanser* 3️⃣Lait U 4️⃣P50 1970 5️⃣Masque Vivant, rinsed off after 20 mins 6️⃣Placenta Serum 7️⃣Oligo-Protein Marines, on undereyes only for brightening 8️⃣Complex Iribiol on trouble spots 9️⃣Chanel Le Lift Eye Cream 🔟Creme Dermopurifiante 1️⃣1️⃣Glossier Balm Dotcom _ *= PR #biologiquerecherche#byredo#glossier#tataharper#chanelskincare#reveriecake#diptyque#beautygram#skincarediary#skincarelover#beautylover#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine#lelabo#welovecoco https://www.instagram.com/p/B7UgNGNg03l/?igshid=1kzp1q1tu7wfu

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Christmas prep makes me feel like a zombie- so tired. It’s a different kind of zombie feeling compared to the rest of the year, because this one is in the pursuit of holiday cheer lol. I’m still not ready tbh 😂😭 _ Here's my #skincareroutine from tonight, Monday 12/23/19 1️⃣Hanyul Artemisia Cleansing Oil 2️⃣Holifrog AHA Wash* 3️⃣Paulas Choice Retinol Booster* 4️⃣Dr Jart Cicapair Gel Cream* 5️⃣Amorepacific Essential Fluid* 6️⃣Balm Dotcom _ * = PR sample #hanyul#holifrog#drjart#glossier#kbeauty#koreanskincare#beautyroutine#skincarediary#skincarelover#skincareobsessed#skincarejunkie#paulaschoice https://www.instagram.com/p/B6cy4C4gLJx/?igshid=igbdvwgoqovn

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Here are some serums that I ordered recently and some initial thoughts on each… _ The Ordinary 5% Caffeine Solution EGCG- I read that this works really well for undereye darkness and puffiness, but noticed that it contains Melanin. I've never seen that in an ingredient list before. Anyone know how Melanin works as a skincare ingredient? 🤔 _ Deciem CAIS 2.1- I meant to buy the large size, but accidentally bought the small size during the 23% off Deciem sale and now it’s over, whomp-whomp. I used the original version of CAIS a couple years ago and recall liking its healing qualities on my acne flare ups. I'm going to start using this once my Biologique Recherche Placenta Serum is empty, which will be very soon! _ Skinceuticals Serum 20 AOX + - This contains Vit C and Ferulic Acid, but no Vitamin E, so is well suited for acne prone skin types like mine. I opened it up to view the color and thankfully saw that it's a pale yellow. Will start using this once my iS Clinical Super Serum Advance+ runs out. BTW, the iS Clinical Super Serum Advance+ is excellent. The iS Clinical serum has barely oxidized in the 3-ish months I've been using it and I'm happy with how brightening it's been for my skin. One thing I’ve noticed is that is that the iS Clincal serum leaves my skin tingly at times, and I haven’t experienced that with other Vit C serums. So, I wonder if the iS Clinical is more stronger/more active than others I’ve used? _ #theordinary#deciem#skinceuticals#skincarelover#skincareobsessed#skinceuticalsserum#deciemcais#beautylover#skincare https://www.instagram.com/p/B56EqMGgv-7/?igshid=12njp6h4p93s1

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I keep saying that I'll get back to posting daily again, but then life happens and I stay away for days/weeks lol. I posted in my Stories a while back, that both my car AND my husband's car were totaled by a drunk driver in front of our house. Thankfully, no injuries since we weren't in the cars, but our daily routines were upended for a while as we sorted through the insurance claims, rental cars, researching and then purchasing new cars. Looking forward to closure on this weird and unfortunate experience, but counting our blessings too _ Thanks to everyone who is still here and hanging out with me, and also to the brands who've recently sent me new products! I hope to get back to posting regularly. BTW, I can't believe Christmas is nearly here 😱 _ Here's my #skincareroutine from last night, Monday 12/9/19 1️⃣Hanyul Artemisia Cleansing Oil 2️⃣Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash* 3️⃣Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only, for brightening 4️⃣Sunday Riley Good Genes 5️⃣Creme Dermopurifiante on my newly sprouted jawline acne thanks to holiday stress eating 6️⃣Mango Balm Dotcom _ * = PR sample #hanyul#holifrog#biologiquerecherche#sundayriley#glossier#kbeauty#koreanskincare#beautyroutine#skincarediary#skincarelover#skincareobsessed#skincarejunkie#diptyque https://www.instagram.com/p/B555TXqgr-4/?igshid=15sjn81rv2t5x

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I got a Jolse order yesterday and those can feel like a surprise gift to myself since it typically takes about 3-4 wks for the package to arrive from Korea. Half the time when I see the box, I'm like, oh wow, what did I order again? Then I open it up and am so pleased. Good job on this order, self from 4 wks ago LOL. I restocked some faves that I was running low on that were fortuitously on sale. Will post to my Stories later today! _ Here's my morning #skincareroutine for Thursday, 12/5/19 1️⃣Holifrog Tashmoo Water Lily Nourishing Milky Wash* 2️⃣Missha FTE mist 3️⃣iS Clinical Super Serum Advance Plus 4️⃣Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only, for brightening 5️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 Good Molecules 6️⃣Hyaluronic Acid Serum* 7️⃣Volition Celery Green Cream* 8️⃣Paula's Choice Anti Pollution Shield*, NP 9️⃣Chanel Le Lift Eye Cream 🔟TCFS Jean George Llong Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++ 1️⃣1️⃣Glossier Mango Balm Dotcom _ * = PR sample #volitionbeauty#toocoolforschool#missha#holifrog#Biologiquerecherche#skinmedic#kbeauty#koreanskincare#goodmolecules#isclinical#beautylish#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B5tVF8ZgIcZ/?igshid=sly0kgj15ua7

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I’m taking a couple weeks off of work at the end of the month and I can’t wait. Just want to take naps every day like a toddler for a few days, tbh 😆😭 _ Here is tonight's #skincareroutine, Wednesday, 12/04/19 1️⃣Hanyul Artemisia Cleansing Oil 2️⃣Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash* 3️⃣Placenta Serum Complex Iribiol 4️⃣Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only for brightening 5️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 6️⃣Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum* 7️⃣Allies of Skin Mandelic Hyperpigmentation Night Serum* 8️⃣Creme Dermopurifiante 9️⃣Glossier Mango Balm Dotcom, NP _ * = PR sample #hanyul#alliesofskin#goodmolecules#holifrog#Biologiquerecherche#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine#kbeauty#koreanskincare https://www.instagram.com/p/B5ruOzMgXGS/?igshid=1v9bjhpr3gqdw

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Help: I need gift recommendations for a makeup loving, but sporty, 16 yr old girl. The past 2 Christmases, I've given her Glossier things, which she seemed to like, but I think she'd be more excited to receive makeup _ Her mom told me that she likes to watch beauty YTers, but didn't say which ones.I was thinking of getting her a shadow palette or a set of products. What are the popular makeup brands or items for teens? Colourpop? Tarte? TIA for any recs! _ Here's my morning #skincareroutine for Wednesday, 12/4/19 1️⃣Holifrog Tashmoo Water Lily Nourishing Milky Wash* 2️⃣iS Clinical Super Serum Advance Plus 3️⃣Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only, for brightening 4️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 Volition Celery Green Cream* 5️⃣Allies of Skin All Day Pollution Repair Mask 6️⃣Chanel Le Lift Eye Cream 7️⃣Makeprem UV Defense Me Sun Cream SPF 50 PA++++ 8️⃣Le Labo lip balm, NP _ * = PR sample #volitionbeauty#makeprem#holifrog#Biologiquerecherche#skinmedica#makeprem#kbeauty#koreanskincare#alliesofskin#beautylish#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B5qfoijA_ez/?igshid=1ralkmmu3pv2p

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I didn't do too much Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping since I'm pretty well stocked beauty-wise, but did stick to a list that I made. I ordered Sente Cyspera fr. Harben House since they were doing 30% off, bought some earrings from Mejuri and did a small Skinstore order to restock on a few things. Can't wait to get everything so I can show you all in Stories 😆 _ Here's my evening #skincareroutine for Tuesday, 12/3/19 ▪️Good Molecules Cleansing Balm* ▪️Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Cleanser* ▪️P50 1970, NP ▪️Good Molecules Niacinamide Toner* ▪️Placenta Serum ▪️Complex Iribiol ▪️Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only, for brightening ▪️Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum* ▪️Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 ▪️Creme Dermopurifiante ▪️CNP Laboratory Propolis Sleeping Mask, used as conductive gel for Nuface. The CNP sleeping mask is a gel that stays wet for a while, which doesn't sound great, but it's perfect for using with a Nuface. I like that I can Nuface, then just go to bed and I don't have to remove this gel since it's actually a sleeping pack ▪️Le Labo lip balm, NP _ * = PR sample #goodmolecules#lelabo#holifrog#Biologiquerecherche#skinmedica#cnplaboratory#beautylish#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B5pSvV1gUnG/?igshid=11itwjiwvwu5t

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Officially feeling done with adulting. If you’ve watched my Stories, you’ll know what I mean. 😩 I’m feeling so drained already and I’m going to have family over tomorrow for Thanksgiving _ BTW, thanking my past self for deciding to keep things super low key this year and making it potluck. I’m only responsible for sweet potatoes, salad and cranberry sauce 😬MIL, SIL and my mom are bringing other dishes _ Here's my #skincareroutine for tonight, Wednesday, 11/27/19 1️⃣Hanyul Artemisia Cleansing Oil 2️⃣Lait U 3️⃣Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum* 4️⃣Oligo Proteines Marines on undereyes only for brightening 5️⃣Paula's Choice 1% Retinol Booster* 2 pumps mixed with Dr Jart gel cream 6️⃣Dr. Jart Cicapair Soothing Gel Cream* 7️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 8️⃣Le Labo lip balm _ * = PR sample #hanyul#lelabo#drjart#Biologiquerecherche#paulaschoice#goodmolecules#beautylish#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B5ZfD5RADMa/?igshid=1rm71x0f69cl9

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Nearly done with this small Bioeffect EGF Serum. Thankfully, the brand sent me the larger bottle as well! This serum contains an epidermal growth factor (EGF) and it's supposed to hydrate and soften fine lines. This serum is free of oils, silicones, dye and fragrance. I asked the brand about the slippery texture and was told it's due to the glycerin. It's for evening use, and I only need 4 drops for my face and neck because this serum has incredible slip. It spreads easily and just one drop covers half my face. I notice the next morning that my skin looks less dull and also a little more plumped up/ bouncier. _ BTW, heads- up... I'll be partnering with the brand to give away a full sized Bioeffect EGF Serum soon! Here's a #latergram of last night's #skincareroutine, Monday, 11/26/19 Hanyul Artemisia Cleansing Oil Lait U Bioeffect EGF Serum* Le Labo lip balm _ * = PR sample #hanyul#lelabo#bioeffect#Biologiquerecherche#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B5V-9uNArUD/?igshid=1fv7b8250bwv0

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We put up the Christmas tree last night. The last few years we've put it up a little late. 😬 If you do a holiday tree, when do you usually set yours up? _ Here's a #latergram of last night's #skincareroutine, Saturday, 11/23/19 1️⃣Lixir Skin Electrogel Cleanser 2️⃣Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash* 3️⃣Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner* 4️⃣Oligo Proteines-Marines on undereyes only, for brightening 5️⃣Paula's Choice 1% Retinol Booster* mixed with 6️⃣Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum* 7️⃣Skinmedica Lytera 2.0 8️⃣Volition Celery Green Cream* mixed with 9️⃣Good Molecules Rosehip Seed Oil* (just a couple drops) 🔟Mango Balm Dotcom _ * = PR samples #holifrog#lixirskin#glossier#goodmolecules#beautylish#Biologiquerecherche#skinmedica#volitionbeauty#paulaschoice#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed#beautyroutine https://www.instagram.com/p/B5S-AMKgQeH/?igshid=1faymkualzze5

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I've really enjoyed the Holifrog cleansers that I've tried so far, but the Kissimmee Vitamin F Therapy Balmy Wash* is a like, but not love for me. Don't get me wrong, it's a good first cleanser- a balm that turns into a silky oil, which emulsified well and removed all my makeup and sunscreen. BUT, it wasn't easy to remove completely and it required a little more massaging and rinsing than I'm used to _ Despite the extra bit of effort to completely remove it, I think it's still a nice option for those who want a creamy balm cleanser that's very gentle and is free of non-fragrant plant oils, dyes, fragrance and PEGs among other things. _ The Balmy Wash is made for all skin types, but I think people with really dry skin will appreciate how mild it is, while still being tough on makeup and grime. I read a profile of one of the founders, who sometimes washes her face 3-4 times a day due to her workout schedule, and she wanted cleansers that were really gentle but also offered skin protective and nourishing benefits. I don't workout, so I don't know about that life lol, but I appreciate the brand's focus on cleansers because cleansing can be such a drag for me. I'm not sure how much a cleanser can do since it's a rinse off product, but I'm willing to explore this. Have you tried any Holifrog and what do you think? _ Here's a #latergram of last night's #skincareroutine, Tuesday, 11/20/19 1️⃣Holifrog Kissimmee Vitamin F Therapy Balmy Wash* 2️⃣Holifrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash* 3️⃣Bioeffect EGF Serum* 4️⃣Mango balm dot com _ * = PR samples #holifrog##bioeffect#glossier#skincarediary#skincarelover#oilyskincare#skincarejunkie#skincareobsessed https://www.instagram.com/p/B5Gmy_Kg9j5/?igshid=630peh5k6osf