New Skincare Faves 🍦

Caudalie Vinopure Skin Perfecting Serum* (1 oz for $49 at Sephora)

Sephora describes this as a pore diminishing gel serum, powered by 100% natural salicylic acid to address blackheads, pores, breakouts, and excess oils. It also has grape-seed antioxidants, and a complex of essential oils (which always makes me a little anxious). I've been using this in my night routine for about 4 nights now, so I haven't formulated a very deep opinion about it, but from what I've noticed so far, it's nice. It's a lightweight serum that absorbs into the skin fairly quickly, and hasn't caused any problems regarding layering other products on top. Have I noticed if it's controlled my oils, not really. I luckily haven't had any active breakouts in the past week so can't really speak to that claim. Will I continue using it, sure! It thankfully hasn't irritated my skin at all.

Fourth Ray Beauty After Hours Detox Oil (0.5 fl oz for $10 at Fourth Ray Beauty)

This is my second bottle of this magical oil, formulated with all things that my acne-prone skin loves, i.e. charcoal, salicylic acid, tea tree, and watermelon seed. This oil works wonders when I do have active breakouts--it truly works to calm down my inflammation immensely. I love the fresh scent of it as well. And the price point makes it even better.

Grace & Stella Spray All Day Rose Spray* (8.11 oz for $26 at Grace & Stella)

This is your everyday rose spray that works to keep your skin hydrated between skincare steps, or as a refresher throughout the day. The rose scent isn't overpowering at all--I personally can't stand strong rose smelling products. Grace and Stella contends that this product is made without parabens, dyes, silicones, and sulfates. They're also CF & vegan. A very cute brand!

Henne Organics Lip Serum* (0.35 fl oz for $45 at Henne Organics)

Lip serum is a product I never knew I needed until I had it. And Henne Organics hits all the marks for minimalistic & luxe packaging. This black/glass casing of this lip serum just adds to the experience. Per their website: "The serum is comprised of an incredible blend of time-defying oils. From the ultra rare Arctic cloudberry seed oil and lingonberry seed oil to powerhouse oils like rosehip, camellia and argan, each ingredient is brimming with antioxidants and essential fatty acids. The result is silky smooth, enviable lips." When you first apply it, it gives your lips a glossy look, but over time sinks into your lips. I love using this in my PM routine before bed and top it off with a hydrating lip balm.

OleHenriksen PHAt Glow Facial* (1.7 oz for $49 at Sephora)

This is described as an age-fighting face mask that works like a facial, with potent PHAs and Nordic birch sap to exfoliate, illuminate, and brighten skin. PHAs are supposed to be the gentler version of AHAs and BHAs. My skin is pretty used to both of them, but I was eager to see what a PHA was all about. You apply a thin layer evenly to the skin and rub it in to activate it--it turns from a peachy/pink shade to white. Then you just let it work its magic for about 15 minutes, and wash off. I use a damp Clean Skin Club towel with warm water to rinse off. I've been using it twice a week since I got it, usually in the mornings before makeup and it honestly makes my skin baby smooth and adds natural luminosity to the skin. I usually follow up with the rest of my skincare routine and then top off with Banana Bright Primer which adds even more to the glow. I would definitely suggest picking up a sample of this mask if you're interested! The price point is a little steep--don't really understand why it's over $40 but 🤷🏾‍♀️.

*PR/Gifted