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1. A pack of Rael pimple patches first and foremost, because everyone gets acne sometimes (and always at the worst possible moment)! These'll heal breakouts FAST without causing scarring (or letting you pick). They're gentler than acne cream, speed up recovery to practically overnight, and do all the ~heavy lifting~ for you.
2. Or! A set of Avarelle acne cover patches to tackle pimples when they come in groups...hello, period breakout. They're powered by tea tree oil and calendula oil (all of which are gentle on sensitive skin) to reduce inflammation and absorb pus practically overnight. And! Their extra-large size are READY to defeat multiple *intruders* at once by sunup.
3. A Biossance squalane oil that'll feel weightless, but deeply hydrate your complexion by locking in natural moisture (something everyone needs). Not only will your skin feel softer and smoother from this one powerful ingredient, but any redness you may have will fade. People with sensitive skin especially love this!
4. A tub of Pond's cold cream cleanser for the only skincare step us lazy folk need at the end of the day. It effortlessly removes even waterproof makeup, moisturizes, and deep-cleanses your pores — all at once. Did I mention how SOFT your face feels after?!
5. A Glossier priming moisturizer so you can conquer SEVERAL goals with just a few swipes of your fingers. This'll control shine, blur pores, and best of all, provide a perfectly smooth base for your makeup. Or! Now your skin will look matte and even without a drop of foundation if you want to go makeup-free.
6. An Alba Botanica pineapple enzyme facial cleanser, because this'll give you MAJOR bang for your buck by combining pore-minimizing papaya and pineapple enzymes to reveal fresh, bright skin. Its exfoliating properties will also be great when you have surprise pimples — meaning whether your complexion is clear or mid-breakout, this'll leave you happy, happy, happy.
7. A Seoul Ceuticals vitamin C serum to nourish all skin types with a powerful blend of hyaluronic acid and vitamin C. It'll take care of just about everything: reducing pores and breakouts, targeting discoloration, and making your overall complexion ~brighter~. I think this serum is already more productive than I'll ever be.
8. An I Dew Care overnight lip mask that'll refresh your pucker (whether seriously chapped or just in need of a lil' TLC) with a rich buttery formula of cocoa butter, hibiscus flower extract, and vitamin C — all you have to do is sleep. Welcome to a world of waking up to wonderfully smooth lips.
9. A Jivi moisturizer for enlisting the help of exclusively all-natural ingredients to not only provide all-day hydration thanks to shea butter, cucumber peel, and aloe vera, but also protect you from the sun with SPF 12 mineral sunscreen. Two things we all need: moisture and SPF (important!!).
10. A CeraVe moisturizing lotion with SPF30 so you can FINALLY start including this very, very important step in your beauty routine. Sunscreen matters, people! Plus, its formula *also* leaves your skin feeling nice and soft, thanks to hyaluronic acid and ceramides so you're more motivated to wear it.
11. An Ebanel drying lotion, because this'll kill 👏 that 👏 zit, even if it's not a whitehead yet. No need to panic anymore when you discover an unwelcome pimple — and now you DEFINITELY won't pick (when has that ever helped?!?!). This'll dry it out overnight so you can sleep unconcerned.
12. A La Roche-Posay foaming facial cleanser to a) absolutely get your money's worth (just look at the size of that bottle!) and b) wash off all your makeup, remove excess oil, and end the day with a fresh face in a few minutes flat. Literally anyone who just wants to get to bed faster is about to QUITE pleased.
13. A set of Nip + Fab glycolic cleansing pads that'll resurface new skin in no time at all, thanks to their formula of exfoliating 2.8% glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid, witch hazel, and a light moisturizer. Whether you're mid-breakout or just want *brighter* skin, these are an easy step to add to your routine.
14. A wildly popular Kiehl's facial moisturizer made for all skin types to enjoy ~24 hour~ hydration, thanks to its powerful (and non-greasy) combo of olive-derived squalane and glacial glycoprotein — aka what'll quickly make your complexion softer and smoother. Let's all say it together: "ahhhhh".
15. A set of 24K gold eye masks for anyone and everyone who wants brighter under-eyes — if you've never had dark and puffy bags from all-night Netflix binges, you are LYING. These bbs are loaded with collagen, vitamin C, and hydrating hyaluronic acid to brighten and soothe under-eyes in no time at all.
16. A Tony Moly green tea watery cream so you can boost your skin with a dose of antioxidants and naturally fermented green tea. It's designed to help your skin retain moisture without feeling heavy or sticky, meaning it's gentle enough for all skin types. Reviewers with oily AND dry skin swear this makes their faces feel smoother and softer!
17. A set of Etude House face masks, because these are already a favorite in Japan, but now you too are a click away from replacing your overpriced skincare. Each formula is packed with natural ingredients to address different goals (i.e. pomegranate to help you glow, strawberry to brighten, and aloe to hydrate). And! They're super lightweight so you never feel sticky — just refreshed.
18. An Eco Tools facial cleansing brush to deep-clean pores and lightly exfoliate so you can make the most out of even cheap face washes. Tl;dr: this gets rid of makeup, oil, and dirt A LOT more than just your fingers.
19. A bottle of Tend Skin Solution that'll shave all of our struggles in half when it comes to nixing ingrown hairs and razor bumps ~in the bud~. When applied before waxing or shaving, it drastically reduces redness, irritation, and bumps — even in the bikini area!
20. A double-sided lip brush tool for kissing expensive lip masks goodbye in favor of this quick and easy exfoliating tool. Raise your hand if you've ever had chapped lips — ok, EVERYONE. This + your favorite lip balm or scrub = a smoother, happier pucker.
21. A jar of Andalou Naturals pumpkin honey glycolic mask so all of us can enjoy a *treat yourself* moment that'll leave our skin brighter, smoother, and clearer. Its natural ingredients like aloe vera, pumpkin, and vitamin C are gentle enough for everyone — basically if you want a night in and glowing skin, you just found your new favorite mask.
22. A The Body Shop camomile cleansing butter, because this'll end your day on a soothing note by removing even waterproof makeup while simultaneously refreshing your complexion with a rich chamomile formula. Do you wash your face? Of course, you do. Then you could use this to make life easier.
23. A Paula's Choice pore cleanser to employ its ever-dependable salicylic acid to treat breakouts, reduce redness, and treat uneven skin tones by gently removing excess oil and dirt. Basically, as long as you remember to wash your face, you're on a ~clear path~.
24. A Tarte multitasking clay mask that'll work as not one, but TWO masks to mix and match treatments for different skin concerns. The purple formula (great for T-zones) conquers shine by tightening pores and treating blemishes and blackheads, while the gold formula hones in on your cheeks and under-eyes to hydrate, brighten, and even calm redness and inflammation.
25. A Teddie Organics rose water toner spray for hitting the refresh button on tired, tight skin with just a spritz. Is your skin more on the oily side? This works for that, too! Winter, summer, dryness, shine, this conquers any situation. The best part: it has a heavenly 🌹rose scent 🌹.
26. A hyaluronic acid toner so you can feel rewarded for remembering this important extra step, no matter your skin type. It hydrates your skin with hyaluronic acid and aloe vera extracts, stimulates collagen regeneration (which helps make your complexion bright and bouncy), and speeds up the healing of acne scars. Two extra minutes = big payoff.
27. A Glossier milky jelly cleanser, because this'll both gently refresh your face in the morning, and completely melt away makeup at the end of the day. It's soothing, nourishing, and perfect for sensitive skin — AKA dewy skin is just around the corner.
28. A FaceTory balancing facial cream to quickly calm redness and inflammation with its gentle combo of vitamins A and C, as well as artemisia extract. Not concerned about redness? It *also* brightens your complexion so you're glowing in no time. No matter what, you'll feel soothed.
29. A retinol serum (a fancy name for vitamin A) that'll balance your complexion, stimulate collagen, and fade hyper-pigmentation. If you've ever so much as sat in a dermatologist's chair you've probably heard of this ingredient, because it's so 👏 darn 👏 effective 👏 for basically everyone.
30. A Mario Badescu healing powder for both concealing and treating any acne at the same time (cystic included). It doubles as a setting powder to absorb excess oil, but it'll also drastically reduce redness and irritation. Basically you can speak "pimple, what pimple?" into existence after putting this on under makeup.
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