To this day, I still remember the first skin care product that I got and it was the Apricot Scrub by St. Ives.
It used to be my favorite product ever. It left my face feeling nice and soft, a little tight, but it did the job. Or so I thought it did. I didn't know the importance of skin care until I really started playing with makeup.
I am in no way, shape or form a beauty guru but I do know that the first step to flawless makeup is flawless skin.
And now is the perfect time to get your skin care routine in order but before you do, it is important to identify what type of skin you have in order to ensure the best results.
I have what is called "combination skin" which means I have a combination of oily and dry skin. When I break out, I BREAK OUT. I'm not talking little pimples here and there. I am talking about 3-4 GIANT tomatoes that can be seen a mile away. It wasn't until recently that I found the BEST skin care product that works well with my skin and it is called Cetaphil. It has done wonders for me so if you have been struggling to find a good cleanser, this might be your holy grail.
Buzzfeed talks about 24 affordable skin care products, so we're going to dive into a few....
It is extremely important to remove your makeup before going to bed!!!!! Facial wipes do not get the job done, so it is important to go in with a cleanser. Glossier has made this affordable with their $9 Milky Jelly Cleanser. One of the reviews reads:
I absolutely love this cleanser! It's really creamy and feels amazing on my skin and it doesn't leave my face feeling dry. I have oily, breakout-prone skin and this cleanser does an amazing job at keeping my skin under control while not irritating it."
If you are a fan of masks, you are going to love Aztec Secret Indian Bentonite Healing Clay. Although I haven't tried it myself, my friends have recommended it a millions time before... I guess now is a perfect time to hop on the trend! And did I mention it's only $7.99!
A cult-favorite mask that'll extract toxins and impurities from your skin like a BOSS. Mix with some apple cider vinegar for optimum results!
Check out so many more affordable products here!