When I look at the mess of skincare products scattered across my bathroom counter, it feels like I’ve finally mastered “glass skin” — just not organization skills. I’m both a beauty product obsessor and a results-seeker WITH sensitive skin. I’ll happily yet hesitantly test out different skincare cocktails, but only a few products earn repeat status in my routine. Each one plays a special role in keeping my skin balanced, hydrated, and glowing.
Remember: happy skin is healthy skin, and healthy skin glows. So let’s glow and get into the products that truly changed my life.
🥭 Farmacy Green Clean Cleansing Balm – The Girl’s Girl
The Farmacy Green Clean Cleansing Balm is my go-to for melting away makeup. A sales associate at Sephora put me onto this and Ive been buying it ever since. A little bit goes a long way so the product last forever. It smells fruity and fresh, and my skin feels 10x cleaner compared to makeup wipes. Even my girlfriends love using it after a night out when they stay over at my place. She really is a girl’s girl. Bottom line: you should ditch the makeup wipes, sis. Get you some of this ASAP!
🧖🏽♀️ Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask – The Detox Coach
Kiehl’s Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask is holy grail status. Gentle but powerful, it works deep in your pores without drying you out. The Amazonian white clay pulls impurities while leaving my skin smooth and refreshed. I love it for Sunday self-care nights or Thursdays to prep for the weekend. No mixing, no odor — just apply, relax, rinse. Definitely gives Spa vibes.
💦 Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream – The Hydration Hero
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream is a super lightweight but rich, this locks in hydration no matter the season. My skin eats it up every time. During the day my skin is supple and never gets oily. This is the best moisturizer money can buy babe. A forever fave.
🫧 Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser Face Wash
The Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser Face Wash is gentle yet effective. A Sephora associate told me about it the day it came out (as you can see by now I am both a Sephora regular and easily influenced lol) , and I’ve been hooked since it launched. I love the cream to foam formula. It cleans my skin without stripping it dry — the perfect daily cleanser for morning and night.
💧 The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid – The Everyday Essential
Believe the hype about The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid for it is, affordable, effective, and absolutely essential. I use it consistently in my skincare routine. I re-up on it before it even runs out because I can go without it. Seriously. This serum plumps and hydrates perfectly. I even rub it on my lips before Vaseline for an enhanced hydrated look. Morning, night, or anytime I need a hydration boost like before applying makeup — it never fails me. My skin has been extremely hydrated since using this product and I have fewer lines in my forehead.
🍚 Tatcha The Rice Wash – The Luxe Cleanser
Tatcha’s The Rice Wash is a spa-in-a-bottle. Creamy, luxurious, and gently exfoliating with finely milled rice powder. It lathers like soft clouds, smells heavenly, and leaves my skin silky smooth.Yes, she’s on the pricier side, but it’s worth every penny for the glow it gives me. It’s easily my favorite cleanser and a big part of my glass skin routine. Literally smells exactly like a spa!
🧊 Dr. Jart+ Vital Hydra Solution Pro Sheet Masks
When my skin feels dry or dull, this sheet mask is my instant pick-me-up. Especially in the colder months, it delivers a dewy glow that lasts. A dupe for this would be Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrogel sheet mask. Only $10 at Sephora.
⚡ Paula’s Choice Exfoliating Toner – The Glow Maker
It’s official. The hype around Paula’s Choice Exfoliating Toner.. is real. Clears breakouts, smooths texture, and gives that glass skin finish. I love the tingle because it means it’s working. My pores have never looked cleaner. (Tip: I like to use this after cleansing with Tatcha The Rice Wash and for super clean and glowy skin! Looks like you’ve just gotten a fresh facial especially after using The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid)
🌸 Good Molecules Honorable Mentions
I’m basically a Good Molecules stan! You will always find their products scattered on my bathroom counter.
- 🍍 Pineapple Cleanser: Soft and refreshing, the perfect wake-up call for my skin. Also good and safe to use everyday!
- ✨ Niacinamide Brightening Toner: Evens tone, refreshes after a long day, clears dirt without stripping. The perfect toner.
- 🌙 Discoloration Correcting Serum: Fades dark marks without making skin look patchy. Almost instant results after the first use.
☀️ Black Girl Sunscreen – The Glow Protector
Honestly one of the best products I own. It’s more than just sunscreen — it’s hydrating, non-greasy, and leaves no white cast. My skin looks naturally glowy, and it doubles as the perfect primer under makeup. I receive compliments on my skin using this.
✨ These are the products that keep my skin happy, hydrated, and glowing. Skincare doesn’t have to be complicated — it’s about finding what works and sticking with it. Im easily influenced and Ive tried it all so you don’t have to. Trust me when I say, these are the best products by far.
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xo, Hannah