My Top Three Holy Grail Skincare Products for August 2023.
All skincare products mentioned have been used by me for over a month, so I can give you an honest opinion. They’re my tried and trusted holy grails.
1. Paula’s Choice 2% BHA
At first, I was not a fan of this product, but after consistent use, I started seeing smoother skin and smaller pores. I never use it with retinol or other chemical exfoliants, so I don’t irritate my skin. My advice is to try Paula’s Choice 2% BHA out for at least a month before forming your opinion. I’m confident it’ll be one of your holy grail skincare products, too.
2. Trader Joe’s Ultra Hydrating Gel Moisturizer
This moisturizer is said to be a dupe for the Clinique’s HydroSurge Moisturizer. While they only have 12 similar ingredients, Trader Joe’s definitely gets the job done. Since it’s a gel, it’s not too heavy for my acne-prone skin. At the same time, I’ve been really impressed with its hydrating powers. I recently moved to Colorado from Wisconsin, and while my skin is adjusting to the dry air, this moisturizer has been making my face feel just as hydrated as before.
3. COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
The last of my holy grail skincare products is the COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence. I think my boyfriend likes this one more than I do. This is sometimes the only product he uses because he sees the most difference with it. Personally, hydration is the most important thing for my skin right now. I apply this essence after my toners while my skin is still wet. Then, I follow up with moisturizer and sunscreen, depending on the time of day.
For more of my holy grails, check out my other posts here.