Itch tips: My Skincare and Beauty Routine

Hello my sisters! Peace be upon you.

Some of my friends have been asking me what I used on my face. What products and what I do. Honestly, there is nothing fancy schamancy about my skincare or my routine. You'll regret asking me..hehe :)

But, again, it is always good to share. I would really like to highlight some products that has really worked for me. And maybe if you are having the same problems, you could try them. If it also works for you, then I am really happy to have helped. As usual these are just my personal experiences. Different people may react differently since skincare is very individual.

And please take note that these are the current products I used. Some of them come and go. The good ones sticks. I have simplified my skincare to just the things that I would use. That's why you don't see a lot of skincare post in this blog. I'm not that adventurous in trying a whole lot of things. Skincare needs time to visually see and feel the results. Before this routine, I was a user of the Clinique 3 Step System, including other Clinique things like the scrubs, masks and sun protection. I stopped using Clinique 3 years ago, mainly because of the price factor. Yeah I'm cheap. I kinda have to, other priorities came (son and family). But, there are always good skincare products that are available in drugstores and pharmacies which can sometimes be better than those at the counters. Don't go for price, go for suitability and effectiveness.

Orait, enough with the babble. Let's move on.

Daily routine

These are the things I use daily. 

From left to right:
Bio-Essence Deep Cleanser. I only use cleansers at night. It's actually a free gift I got for the eye gel I bought. It has a milky consistency, much like a makeup cleanser. Very soft. But I'm thinking of changing because I like foamy cleansers. It kinda suits my oily skin.

Clinique Clarifying Lotion (now they call it exfoliant). They only Clinique product that sticks. I simply love it. Look at the big bottle..hahaha. I use this both am and pm.

Safi Rania Gold Serum. Just started using this in January. This is my second bottle already. Not oily, smells great and absorbs quickly. Am contented (for now). Use am and pm.

Natio Eye Contour Treatment Gel. Use in the am. Eye gels are difficult. This product is so-so for me.

Bio-essence 24K Bio Gold Eye Contour Lifting Serum. Use in the pm. Same as above.

Loreal UV Perfect Mat. My am moisturiser. I hate this. Can't wait to finish this.

Mustika Ratu Cream Zaitun. LOVE this to bits! This will definitely stick. A tad oily, that's why I use this as my pm moisturiser. On lazy days I would just plop this on and I will feel guilty free for not applying the rest. Very creamy and I'll wake up to smooth skin.

Safi Rania Gold Beauty Cream. My in between moituriser. Something I would wear at home when I'm not going out.

Other Routines

Facial Scrub.

Avon Solutions Refined White Soft Peeling Gel. I rarely scrub. I think at most I scrub my face twice a month. I have been using this for quite a while now. A cheaper dupe for Clinique  Turn a round 5 minutes Facial. Other scrubs that I like is the St Ives Apricot Scrub.

Facial masks.

Purederm Anti Wrikle Gel Patches. Quite a good product and affordable too. RM19.90 for 6 pairs at Watsons. Use once a week.

Bedak Sejuk. Another one that sticks. For how long I don't even know. I use this whenever I want to. Next time if you go anywhere and see this. Just buy it and use it. Enough said.

Queen Halene Mint Julep Mask. You can read about it here. Used once a fortnight.

Body.

Oilum Moisturizing Soap with Collagen. Used in showers. A bit drying at first. I am going to continue using this. Saw this at Guradian for RM10.50.

Vaseline Healthy White. My fav so far.

Special Needs

 
Basso Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Used as mask, make up remover, hair treatment etc. I have yet to bring my self to consume it..not yet.

Temulawak Cream. I use this on my pimples before I go to sleep. Works wonders for just less than RM6 a pop.

Biore Cleansing Oil. My go to makeup remover. Easy breezy. But if you have sensitive eyes. Stay away. Stings like crazy.

Supplements.

I swear by supplements. I take these everyday. If you don't take supplements, you better start tomorrow. Start with something easy like water. Yes water (notice the water bottle..hehe). My husband calls me 'unta' (camel) because I drink like one.

Thanyaporn Compound Pueraria Mirifica Capsule. After childbirth and breastfeeding for some years, my bosoms loose their youthfulness (I hope I don't scare any mother-to-be out there). But it's the thruth. Most mothers experience this. I've tried a  number of supplements and creams that promises to give you perkier breasts. But only Thanyaporn shows results. I dare say this because I see it and feel it (my husband too). I took pictures of the before and after. Though it's nothing drastic but it is way better than those expensive products that promise sweet nothings. This is my fourth bottle. One will last 2 months. It is also beneficial for your skin, hair and butt. It's a product from Thailand. Thanyaporn is a sound company and I haven't heard of any side effect yet. If you guys do please alert me ok.

Blackmores Multivitamins and Minerals.

Blackmores Evening Primrose and Fish Oil. A must take for every woman out there.

Lennox Firm Up Collagen Drink. Just starting. Wanting to see what's all the fuss is about :)

Phew..this is what I call a LONG POST! I'm not in any way trying to impress you guys. As you can see..most of these are drugstores / pharmacies brand that are affordable and easily available. 

To sum up, here are a list of my skincare that I would recommend:

• Clinique Clarifying Lotion
• Safi Rania Gold Serum
• Mustika Ratu Cream Zaitun
• Bedak Sejuk
• Avon Solutions Refined White Soft Peeling Gel.
•  EVOO of any brand
• Temulawak Cream
• Thanyaporn Compound Pueraria Mirifica Capsule
• Multivitamins and EPO and Fish oil of any brand.

So I hope you guys find this helpful. Do share your thoughts about skincare with me and I would really like to know your skincare and beauty routine. If you have a post on that, do link in the comments. BTW, can you guys suggest a good eye cream for me. Preferably with sunscreen. Thanks!

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Have a colourful Thursday!