As someone who tries a lot of different products, these are some of the most effective ones that I recommend to others as worth trying. So many others have gone by the wayside over the past 10 years, but these great items that I've discovered from various sources in various places have proved themselves.
A few more CLEANSERS....my previous post lists the cleansers that I reach for most, but here are a few more that I really like.
Murad Clarifying Cleanser is a gel that really gets skin uber clean...best used in summer or in tropical climates. A bit too stripping for Winter or for skin that is dry.
A super Drugstore-available item, Yes to Cucumbers, makes a Daily Gel Cleanser that is gentle enough for any kind of skin, but gets the soil off leaving the skin naturally moist. Excellent choice for your budget and for an eco-friendly choice. Reminds me a lot of FRESH Soy Cleanser for a fraction of the cost.
Another great Gel based cleanser that is gentle enough for the most sensitive skin, yet cleans thoroughly, is Avene Diacneal soap-free gel cleanser.Great for oily, blemish prone skin. Another one I use mainly in summer or when in the tropical climate of my second home in St. Maarten.
The SUKI line of products are wonderful, though pricey. I LOVE the SUKI Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser...a natural product made with lemongrass extract and sugar. Great for those flakies, and to invigorate a tired, dull complexion.
TONERS...I'm not HUGE on toners...often they seem like an unnecessary step to me, unless your skin is oily or your cleanser leaves an unpleasant film (try one of the gels I recommend and you won't need a toner!)...in fact, I use them only from time to time, or as a refresher in lieu of a full cleanse on the go. Here are 4 of them that I do love and keep on hand.
DHC Acerola Lotion is not a lotion at all....it's a Japanese innovation that has Vitamin C and is a clear liquid. One bottle lasts forever, since you use 6-8 drops each time. Great as a pick-me-up for your skin.
SUKI strikes again! My favorite toner, hands down! Smells amazing, doesn't strip, refreshed and cleanses. SUKI Concentrated Balancing Toner is awesome.
Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist is the gentlest option I offer, delicate and pleasant. This Aussie line has many great herbal, natural options but this toner is superb, especially for dry skin.
The items above are admittedly pricey and hard to find other than online. For those looking for an inexpensive, readily available toner, your local drugstore holds a classic that is still a staple in my cabinet. T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel. Great for blemished skin, or just to cleanse quickly and gently. It doesn't smell great, the bottle is not fancy, but it's effective.
I use these small round "wipes" to clear and prevent breakouts on cleansed skin. I LOVE Tea Tree Oil, believe in it as the best antiseptic and bacteria clearing product of all! More Tea Tree products to try...Tea Tree Oil on toes to treat/prevent fungus, and Dr. Bronners Tea Tree Oil Soap...great for face, body, and for personal cleansing.
Another great all-purpose organic cleanser that is economical, effective for face and body, is Dr. Woods Shea Vision Pure Black Soap with Organic Shea Butter. I have always used Dr. Bronner's Peppermint Oil soap, since I was 18 (38 years ago!!) but lately I am going with Dr. Woods Soaps...they have a Peppermint Soap as well that is excellent.
My next blog post will cover MY FAVORITE beauty treatments...MASKS!!! Facial masks can do many wonderful things for your skin and I use mine regularly. Then on to creams and serums....
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