magneto

1y

thanks for the reply!

it's more so about any good blogs/sites that have what products are popular. I know my skin type but have no idea where to start with products.

I've started double cleansing with cerave and use a daily moisturiser with spf but am curious about the other possible skincare routine steps, the products and the purpose of doing it.

Campari

1y

Yeah it’s definitely overwhelming but as far as blogs or sites there’s not really anything i’ve come across that I come back to.

There is COSDNA which breaks down every last ingredients and how detrimental it can be, if you come across a product you like definitively check it out.

I would recommend checking out Sean Garrette on IG & Gothamista on YT, everyone else is just noise.

You have the basic steps down but I’d recommend separating moisturizer & SPF because you shouldn’t be using the latter at night. Get an asian one, if you go through the pages here i’ve listed tons of products which are vetted.

The major step you seem to be missing is chemical exfoliation (BHA & AHA).

Hi Roller

1y

i didnt account for stress and anxiety impacting my skin. no amount of skincare can fix that

Campari

2y

EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

This is my favourite sunscreen at the moment, first time not using anything from Japan or Korea & I’m very happy. Features a smooth pump for quick and easy extraction.

Lightweight, not greasy yet still feeling hydrating and most of all it’s incredibly effective. For anyone dealing with hyperpigmentation or scarring, this is a fantastic choice. I will advise it’s on the pricier side.

Oil-free EltaMD UV Clear helps calm and protect sensitive skin types prone to discoloration and breakouts associated to acne and rosacea. It contains niacinamide (vitamin B3), hyaluronic acid and lactic acid, ingredients that promote the appearance of healthy-looking skin. Very lightweight and silky,

ghosting

1y

is it more matte or shiny?

Campari

1y

Neither, it’s just hydrating, it melts into the skin but certainly not matte by any means. If you’re looking for a matte finish, check out ROHTO Skin Moisture Milk.

Danny

1y

7 months ago, I came to you for advice on sunscreen. Y'all told me "asian sunscreen". Recently, I researched asian sunscreen. I found a lot of worrying about "oxybenzone" in most of these sunscreens and the fact they may not be adequate for the EUROPEAN sun. I think I read I need a ZINC sunscreen if you don't want the chemical stuff? Fellow members, any particular sunscreens you would recommend? The EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
looks nice, but also costs FORTY dollars.

ghosting

1y

I think ima try the $40 one ngl

Danny

1y

I can't do it, okay? I just can't do it..

ghosting

1y

I feel u but im tired of my shiny one 🤧

Danny

1y

I been going in raw.. I apply glycolic acid too so this has to stop.. I need affordable, non shiny, non sticky, non oxybenzone sunscreen.

Danny

1y

I been going in raw.. I apply glycolic acid too so this has to stop.. I need affordable, non shiny, non sticky, non oxybenzone sunscreen.

ghosting

1y

maybe la roche posay?

they a lil expensive too tho

Danny

1y

Got Australian Gold here in EU I'll check it out. La roche posay moisturizer f***ed up my skin pretty badly a long time ago because of one of the ingredients in it (dont remember which one but that s*** was NOT good for anyone's skin) so I choose to boycott them.

ghosting

1y

australian gold matte af, i used it for a while

its a little drying tho