Skincare can be confusing. It can be a lot of effort and discipline. It can be expensive. But, skincare can also be the best thing you’ll ever do for yourself. Don’t get me wrong, I completely understand not being able to follow elaborate routines or paying attention to all the myriad ingredients you should be using, but that’s not how the experience has to be.
Skincare has always been and should be about looking after yourself and doing something nice for yourself. So, it is beyond alright if you don’t want to follow a multiple step routine. There is beauty in simplicity and off late, I’ve been thinking our mums and grandmums were really onto something when they would religiously use just that one night cream that did everything for them.
Paying homage to that bedtime ritual of the women in our lives, here is a PSA to all my lazy girlies- you do not need to invest in a fancy product lineup or tools to nurture your skin. Read on for some excellent options for when you just want to use one product and streamline your routine. Your skin and mental health will thank you.
d’you Hustle Multi Active Serum
Formulated with 11 gentle actives, this serum is your answer to acne, dryness, wrinkles and pigmentation. It’s your one stop solution, no matter what the problem is.
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Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective Brightening and Smoothing Moisture Treatment with Activated C
This one’s a silky, lightweight and deeply moisturising cream that acts on hyperpigmentation and controls mild breakouts. It’ll ensure you have glowing skin at all times.
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Dear, Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask
Providing a burst of hydration and glow to even the most sensitive and agitated skin, this product can be used as a lightweight moisturiser during the day and if you apply a generous layer, a sleeping mask at night. Soothing and how!
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Light Up Prism Vitamin C Glow Cream
This one was instantly impressive, with all the food-for-skin ingredients it’s got. With milk peptides, bio-retinol, alpha arbutin and highly absorbable vitamin C, you won’t need to use any other product to get smooth, radiant skin. Pigmentation, texture, ageing and dryness can all be battled with this one soldier.
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Episoft AC Moisturiser With Microencapsulated Sunscreen
You just can’t go wrong with a good, honest pharmaceutical gem like this one. If there is just one thing you use before getting out of the house, make sure it’s this. Perfect for anyone who doesn’t want too many actives or any complex ingredients, this moisturiser-sunscreen hybrid gives a natural satin finish to your skin and can also be used as a primer for your makeup.
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Laneige Radian-C Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
K-Beauty has done it yet again. A product that lightens blemishes and pigmentation, and strengthens your skin barrier AND is also a sunscreen? Yes, please.
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RAS Luxury Oils Super Charge Multivitamin Day Cream With SPF 30 PA++++
For anyone who loves their natural products, this one is a must-try. It’s got an incredible mix of naturally found ceramides, antioxidants and botanicals and SPF 30, that ensure your skin barrier is fortified and protected.
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The Derma Co x Dr. V Skin Renew Barrier Repair Peptide Moisturizer
All you can need in one moisturiser. Niacinamide, vitamin C, peptides and ceramides make this perfect for you, if hydration and brightening are your top concerns.
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Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream
Let’s talk about night routines. A duo that just works together, retinol and niacinamide, can do wonders for your skin. Gently exfoliate, while also intensely hydrating your skin with this one-step night time routine.
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Innisfree Retinol Cica Barrier Defense Cream
A creamy, low-concentration retinol cream that’s perfect for beginners. With the addition of calming cica, it’s the only product you’ll need to wake up with baby soft skin.
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Neutrogena Visible Repair Regenerating Cream
Not only does this absolutely fabulous product boost collagen production and reduce signs of ageing, but also slows down the loss of collagen. One of the most comforting retinol products I’ve ever used, this is safe for even the crankiest skin.
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L’Occitane Immortelle Divine Anti-Aging Cream
A cult-favourite for a reason, I’m sure everyone and their mom has heard about how great this product is. With a recently reformulated version, this all-natural alternative to retinol works divinely on mature skin and is so luxurious that you’ll look forward to your skincare time.
Available here.
