Rebecca Lynn

Hey there, guys! I’m back with another blog post, and I’m excited to get back to it. Tonight, I’m talking skincare and what products I’m currently using. I keep my skincare routine pretty simple and quick, but that’s just what works better for my skin. These five products pictured above are what I use almost everyday besides the occasional face mask when my skin is needing some extra loving.

Morning Routine

Step 1: Cleanse

I have been using 100% Pure’s Argan Oil Creamy Cleanser for a few months now. I was looking to transition over to a natural, organic cleanser, and it stood out to me when researching. A blog post that I found useful was The Good Trade’s, 7 Of Our Favorite Natural & Organic Face Washes for a Fresh Face. But I have to say that I didn’t LOVE this cleanser. The main reason I didn’t love it was that it didn’t lather up. I really love a face wash that foams up; it just makes it seem like it’s cleaning the long day away. But it did have some elements that I liked; for example, it has a fresh, clean smell and it does leave my face feeling very moisturized (it’s infused with many beneficial oils that prevent that dry, stripped-away feeling).

Step 2: Serum

I have been alternating between two serums this year, the Glossier Super Pure and BeautyCounter’s Rejuvenating Radiance Serum. I use Glossier’s Super Pure serum when my skin is not looking it’s finest, and I can feel those breakouts about to emerge. I can’t say that this serum prevents me from breaking out, but it doesn’t seem to help reduce the redness and longevity of those pesky breakouts. I have been using this serum for a couple of years now, so I think the next time I run out, I will be looking for a different one to try.

I use the BeautyCounter’s Rejuvenating Radiance Serum every day that I don’t use the Glossier Super Pure. I was actually very surprised about how much I liked it. It has great reviews online, but it wasn’t one of BeautyCounter’s bestsellers and for the price, that kind of scared me. But I’m so glad I tried it. This serum is so lightweight and absorbs into the skin so well, leaving my skin looking smooth and radiant.

Step 3: Moisturizer

I’m going to say it, The True Cream- Moisturizing Bomb by Belif, is my absolute favorite moisturizer! Yes, I went there, and I’m not taking it back! I already have a back up ready to go. I have been using this moisturizer for a year now and I’m still obsessed. It leaves my face feeling so dewy and moisturized. The product absorbs completely and doesn’t leave that heavy, sticky feeling that some moisturizers do. It also transitioned well from winter into spring and summer. It’s a simple product that does exactly what you need it to. I absolutely recommend this product!

Nighttime Routine

Step 1: Cleanse

At night, I cleanse with the same cleanser I use in the morning (the Argan Oil Creamy Cleanser), but if I wore makeup that day, I do like to remove it before cleansing. I tend to use the Unscented Simple Micellar Water or Sephora’s Coconut Water Cleansing Wipes.

Step 2: Overnight Peel

Instead of just moisturizing and getting to bed, some nights I use the Overnight Resurfacing Peel by BeautyCounter. This product is the one that makes me feel boujee AF. I was recommended this product by two friends of mine that love BeautyCounter, and I see why they love it so much.

Don’t let the word “peel” scare you. I remember messaging my friend and asking her if it was actually ok to leave this on all night. BeautyCounter’s precise combination of acids actually prevents irritation or over-drying, which you may see in other peels when left on the skin too long. Upon applying, you may feel a slight tingle which subsides quickly and the next morning you wake with skin looking brighter and hydrated. It’s seriously like having a facial while you sleep. This stuff is too good, and I might need to open a savings account just for my BeautyCounter products.

And, well, that was it. I’m a simple girl with a simple skincare routine. Thanks so much for sticking through to the end.

xo, Rebecca

One of my New Year’s resolutions was to take care of my skin and go for the glow. One of my skin-spirations has to be blogger and Youtuber, Anna, from The Anna Edit. Her skin is always on point and when she wears makeup, it seems to glide on like a dream.

So I have been trying out some products and loving them so far. I don’t buy many products, and I have a rule for myself–I can’t buy another product until I have used up a current item (unless my skin reacts terribly to it). I have been using these same skincare items everyday for the last two months, and I’m very happy with the results.

Serum– Glossier Super Pure Serum. This serum is meant to calm and soothe redness and breakout-prone skin. I use this right after I cleanse my face with my favorite Neutrogena cleanser (not pictured). I apply 2-3 drops mostly to my cheeks, where I tend to have more breakouts and redness. I have seen a reduction of redness and breakouts since using this product, but what I’m impressed with more is how fast my breakouts go away. I still get breakouts (thanks hormones, and my love for wavy Lays), but they seem to not be as big and angry as they usually are.

Moisturizer- Belif Moisturizing Bomb. I loved this moisturizer and will absolutely be repurchasing it. The name says it all, this moisturizer provides intense hydration but without it feeling heavy on the skin. I also really enjoyed the light and fresh scent that contributes to a cooling affect on the skin. I apply this after my serum, morning and night.

Eye Cream– Youth to the People Superfood Peptide Eye Cream. If I’m going to have this under eye baggage (thanks night shift), might as well hydrate it, right? I have never tried an under eye cream before, but I have really been enjoying this step in my skincare routine. I also appreciate that this product is 100 percent vegan. Once this product runs out, I think I will be trying a different eye cream just to compare.

Lip Balm– Glossier Balm Dotcom (not pictured). The Balm Dotcom is my absolute favorite lip balm. It seems like a super simple product, but it gets the job done. I have the original, un-tinted, un-scented one. If I want some color and a little bit more shimmer, I use the Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment in Rose. I don’t really use lipstick, so if I crave a little color, this is what I apply.

Face Mist– Caudalie Beauty Elixir. Ok, I’m going to say it: this item is a bit extra, but it makes me feel fancy, and I love it. It’s a toning mist used to reduce dullness by adding instant radiance to your skin. It can also be used to set makeup, but I haven’t used it for that yet. I spray this all over my face as the last step in my skincare routine. The scent is so refreshing and this product makes my skin appear extremely dewy. I’m actually pretty obsessed with this product (bye all my money).

**Skincare products can be pretty expensive, so a tip I have for you is to buy the mini size of a product to try it out. If you look at my picture above, most of my products are mini. Once I have tried something out and love it, I will buy the full size or even move on to try something else.