My New Happy: My 5 Favorite Skin Care Products (And Why)

Monday, April 17, 2017

My 5 Favorite Skin Care Products (And Why)


I've got pretty good skin, especially for my age.  So says the dermatologist, who claims it mostly comes from inheriting "elastic" skin, whatever that means.  I've also been religious about using a moisturizer with sunscreen since my early teens.

Regardless of how old you are, or the health of your skin, it's important to take care of it every day.  Having said that, I hate spending a lot of time on my beauty routine.  Luckily, these five favorite skin care products only add a few extra minutes:



1.  Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser.  Back in my retail buying days, I got lots of insider tips from beauty product reps. One of them told me not to spend a ton of money on a cleanser, since it only stays on your face for seconds. Cetaphil leaves my skin feeling fresh and never dry, and a $6.00, 8 ounce bottle lasts forever.

2.  Vitamin C Serum.  This is a relatively new addition to my skin care routine, but I love it. Vitamin C does so many wonderful things for your face, from stimulating new collagen to reducing fine lines and wrinkles.  Plus, it just feels good when you put it on, after cleansing and before moisturizing.  Courtney at Intentionalish.com recently shared a DIY Vitamin C Serum recipe, which looks interesting, especially if you have more patience than I do.

3.  L'Oreal Revitalift Triple Power Day/Night Moisturizer.  "Beauty product rep" insider tip number two:  Lancome and L'Oreal are made by the same company, and many of their products have identical ingredients.  The only difference - the price. This lightweight cream helps firm and lift my skin, and I use it in the morning and before bed. The only drawback is that this moisturizer doesn't have sunscreen.  Bonus product:  Supergoop CC Cream, with an SPF 35.  I use this as my foundation and it's perfect.



4.  Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye.  I use this cream at night after I've washed my face and applied moisturizer. This concentrate contains essential oils and botanicals to reduce puffiness and diminish fine lines and wrinkles around the sensitive eye area.  I've been using it for over a year, and definitely see a reduction in fine lines.

5.  Ren Clean Skincare 1 Minute Facial.  Every three days, I use this facial to exfoliate and refresh my skin.  I swear, it gives instant results!  

My final insider tips:  always include your neck when taking care of your face as it's one of the first areas to show aging.  And try to wash your face every night, to remove makeup and dirt from the day.  I shoot for at least five nights a week, and call it good.  Most of the time I use cleansing towelettes - they easily get the job done.



Hopefully I'll make it to age 99 with my "elastic" skin still in good shape, just like Grandpa Ed.  What is your favorite skin care product?



102 comments:

  1. Aww Grandpa Ed..super cute!! I have been using Cetaphil cleanser for 20 years, love that stuff!! Happy Monday babe!

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  2. 99 Wow! He looks great but so do you. Thanks for sharing these tips. You really do have a great skin so I feel your products are working!

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  3. I've been using Cetaphil cleanser for years too. I need to check out the Kiehls eye cream. Thanks for sharing these!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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  4. My Clarionic gives my skin regime the boost it needs. I also use an inexpensive cleanser because I've read it doesn't make a big difference.

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    1. I need to recharge my Clarisonic and start using it again!

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  5. Great advise. Good skin is not a given at any age but especially as we age we all need some help!

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  6. Love these tips and tricks! You're so knowledgeable!

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  7. Great tips, especially the exfoliation thing. I should do that more often.

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    1. It's hard to remember, but it does make a big difference.

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  8. I think your skin looks pretty awesome, should be following in your footsteps. I recently tried cetiphil and am not totally impressed by it? But now I have a Costco sized bottles to get through...oh well!

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    1. Gotta love Costco sized products - unless you don't love them :)!

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  9. I love these kinds of posts and I'm going to pin your photo for my next shopping trip! I used to use a Vitamin C on my skin and stopped, I really should start again. Also, Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Eye sounds like something I need! I've started to notice some fine lines around my eyes and I also get dark circles sometimes!!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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    1. Also, I use Cetaphil, too! LOVE it!

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    2. The Vitamin C serum feels so good when you put it on!

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  10. I agree that Cetaphil cleanser is the best. I also like Cerave products. Thanks for all the tips!

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  11. I agree- your skin is amazing. I have never heard of any of these products- will keep my eyes peeled.

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  12. I love the Vitamin C Serum, simply perfect!
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  13. My skin used to be great, then I broke up with my boyfriend and moved, the combination of stress a new environment and some emotional eating my skin got completely out of whack. I’m finally getting it back under control but I’m always looking for new products. I used to use Cetaphil and loved it, I’m going to try it again. I’m going to buy The Kiehl’s Midnight Eye Recovery today. 1 minute facial. Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge with me Lana.

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    1. When I'm really stressed, my skin shows it. The eye cream really does work!

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  14. My daughter and I both begin using the Cetaphil face wash a few months ago and we love it!

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  15. I read Courtney's post! I used to use a Vitamin C Serum and had no idea about making it. That was awesome.
    And I'm a Cetaphil junkie.

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    1. The recipe looks so interesting - I might give it a try. Yay for Cetaphil!

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  16. Thanks for the tips. Unlike you, I do not have good skin; I did as a teen and since having babies I am stuck in a 16 year olds I love Cetaphil as well and have tried several moisturisers and have found Estee Lauder to be the best for me. I am however wanting to try out the Vitamin C you recommended and what is the face mask you use?

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    bosbodaciousblog.blogspot.ca

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  17. I love the insider tips. I just recently started taking better care of my skin. I wish I would have started ions ago....

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