Skincare Stash: Eye Cream

This post is solely on my stash of eye creams. I'll write separate posts for exfoliators, masks, moisturizers and other skincare products. For reference, I have acne-prone combination-oily skin. 

I would like to age gracefully, so eye creams are a regular part of my skincare routine. Eye creams can address specific skin concerns in the delicate eye area such as puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, dehydration and lack of firmness. I favor eye creams that address puffiness and dark circles.

My morning and evening skincare step-wise routine:
1. Cleanser
2. Toner
3. Serum
4. Eye cream

Travel Essentials!

We are currently on vacation in San Francisco. San Francisco is one of my favorite US destinations because it has terrific food, culture and people. I brought the following items in my travel bag for the week-long trip. 

Skincare Stash: Serums Inventory

This post is solely on my stash of serums. Check out my stash of facial cleansers and toners. I'll write separate posts for exfoliators, masks, moisturizers and other skincare products. For reference, I have acne-prone combination-oily skin. 

Serums are concentrated, specialized skin care products. Serums contain smaller molecules than moisturizers. So, compared to moisturizers, serums can penetrate deeper layers of skin. Finally, serums can address specific skin concerns such as fine lines, hyperpigmentation and decreased collagen.   

I apply a serum after cleaning and applying toner to my face, both in the morning and evening. I favor serums that address hyper-pigmentation and dullness.

Skincare Stash: Toner Inventory

This post is solely on my stash of toners. Check out my stash of facial cleansers here. I'll write separate posts for exfoliators, masks, moisturizers and other skincare products. For reference, I have acne-prone combination-oily skin. 

I apply toner after cleansing my face, both in the morning and evening. The main function of a toner is to restore the pH of your skin, which preps skin for the rest of your skincare routine. Also, if you apply toner with a cotton pad (as opposed to spraying it directly onto your face), this can help remove any excess residue, such as make-up or dead skin cells.

Toner Inventory:

Skincare Stash: Toners!

Skincare Stash: Facial Cleanser Inventory

I am a self-professed skincare junkie. Although we live in a tiny NYC apartment, in which storage space is a rare commodity, I somehow have a significant stash of skincare. This post is solely on my stash of facial cleansers. I'll write separate posts for exfoliators, masks, moisturizers and other skincare products. For reference, I have acne-prone combination-oily skin. 

Winter Skincare Essentials and Beauty Favorites

Spring is officially here, which means that it is time to re-consider your daily skincare and beauty routine. As the weather warms up, I will start to phase out my heavy creams for lighter moisturizers. Also, I will be more vigilant about re-applying sunscreen throughout the day.

My winter skincare essentials and beauty favorites!