I’m a big fan of crossing things off my TODO list, and finishing a product feels much the same way. Here were my skincare empties for September — show me yours!
Banila Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm
This is a cult favorite cleansing balm for good reason. The little spatula scrapes effortlessly across the balm, which turns into an easily spreadable, manageable oil in your hands. There’s a light scent to it, but it’s from a fruit extract so not problematic. Importantly, the balm emulsifies and rinses off easily, leaving you ready for your next step! Already repurchased.
Rating: 10/10
Cost: $19 USD per 100 mL
Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream
This is a relatively light cream that applies nicely but doesn’t quite cut it for dry skin in a dry climate. I mixed more squalane in it to make it a final PM routine step, but it’d make a great night cream for oily skin types, or drier skin types that don’t find they frequently wake up dry. Would repurchase if not living in an arid climate.
Rating: 8/10
Cost: $18 USD per 1.5 ounces
Rhonda Allison Drops of Essence
This oily serum was recommended by my esthetician and has been a frequent repurchase. It’s a great way to add a bit of hydration and moisturization without feeling like you’re adding TOO much — dry skin can use this as a serum, but more oily skin might like it as an actual moisturizer, or a last step before sunscreen in the AM. It does have some essential oils, but they aren’t at high enough levels to imbue the product with a smell. Already repurchased.
Rating: 9/10
Cost: $65 USD per 100 mL
Dr. Teal’s Bath and Body Oil
A great pick for the avid bather with dry skin. I like to add a generous squeeze of oil to my bath, which keeps my skin from feeling stripped when I get out. As the “eucalyptus and spearmint” hints, however, it is Highly Fragranced. In a bath this isn’t such a big issue, but if you were trying to use this straight on your skin post- bath or shower, it might be less ideal. Would repurchase, but hoping to find something less fragrant.
Rating: 5/10
Cost: $5 USD per 260 mL
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