Are you looking to boost your skincare regimen and achieve the popular “clean skin” look? Take a look at skincare products we at EnVi believe are the top-tier in their respective categories! From toners designed for oily skin to eye creams that reduce puffiness, EnVi breaks down several standout items with key ingredients to benefit from.
Serums
1. innisfree’s Intensive Hydrating Tea Tree Serum
What’s special about it?
This product contains green tea which is great for oil control and redness. It also contains hyaluronic acid for moisture retention.
Testimonial:
Kryscy: “I’ve used this serum for about a month now after my sister gifted it to me. I’ve definitely noticed that my skin feels smoother and doesn’t produce as much oil as it usually does throughout the day. My favorite part about this serum has to be the way it feels and smells. It isn’t sticky and smells refreshing.”
2. Melē’s EVEN Dark Spot Control Serum
What’s special about it?
This product contains 3% niacinamide which can reduce inflammation and regulate oil production. It also contains vitamin E to fight off the effects of daily occurrences that may irritate the skin like UV rays, pollution, and smoke.
Great For:
This product helps even out skin tone as it replaces dark spots with healed and colored skin.
3. TruSkin Vitamin C Serum
What’s special about it?
This serum contains vitamin C which brightens skin and boosts collagen production. It also contains aloe vera which moisturizes the skin.
Great For:
Dry and/or dull skin
Toners
1. The Ordinary’s Glycolic Acid Toner
What’s special about it?
This product contains glycolic acid which exfoliates and clarifies skin tone. It also contains Tasmanian pepperberry to calm and protect sensitive skin.
Great For:
Sensitive skin
2. COSRX’s AHA/BHA Toner
What’s special about it?
This product contains white willow bark to reduce excess oil and acne. It also contains apple water which clears dark spots and enhances skin texture.
Great For:
Plumping oily skin
3. Paula’s Choice’s Skin Balancing Pore Reducing Toner
What’s special about it?
This toner contains niacinamide which minimizes the appearance of pores as well as chamomile and burdock root extract to soothe sensitive skin.
Great For:
Sensitive skin with enhanced pores
Moisturizers
1. LANEIGE’s Water Bank Moisture Cream
What’s special about it?
This moisturizer contains antioxidants extracted from brussel sprouts and artichoke. It also helps 24-hour moisture retention by locking in the water.
Testimonial:
Niamh: “My skin is both sensitive and dry, so it was hard to find a moisturizer that worked that wasn’t too heavy. What I like about this is that I can feel moisturized without using too much of it, and it’s gentle on my skin. I can’t say I’ve had no dry patches since using it, but I do find that it treats them very quickly, and overall, my skin is much softer since I started using it.”
2. belif’s Aqua Bomb
What’s special about it?
This moisturizer contains ceramide 3 which helps skin retain water and glycerin to maintain moisture levels.
Testimonial:
Marina: “During the lockdown, my face was going through phases of dryness and acne breakouts, so I decided to look into affordable skincare products that could help save my skin. belif’s Aqua Bomb was one of the moisturizers that I decided to try out. I’m glad I did because after using it for just a few days, I saw a drastic change in my skin! My skin became hydrated, the dryness disappeared, and my acne lessened. Because of the results, I’ve continued to use the Aqua Bomb!”
3. Nature Republic’s Super Aqua Max Cream
What’s special about it?
This cream contains Hawaii Kona Deep Sea Water which provides nutrition to the skin. It also contains 33 marine plants that are rich in vitamins and minerals.
Great For:
Dry skin in need of nutrient-rich hydration
Eye Creams
1. Glow Recipe’s Avocado Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask
What’s special about it?
This eye cream contains avocado which is rich in antioxidants such as Vitamin E & Vitamin C. It also helps to create firmer-looking skin with encapsulated retinol.
Testimonial:
Valerie: “I have very dark and deep under-eye circles. This is only emphasized when I don’t hydrate them properly or with good products. I came across the Glow Recipe Avocado Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask after a YouTube binge. I was looking for new skincare products after I moved to a different state and the new climate dried out my skin. I first tried Glow Recipe’s face wash and moisturizer, and it worked well enough so I decided to look into more of their products and found the Avocado Eye Sleeping Mask. In general, Glow Recipe is known for its fruit-based skincare products and that’s why I decided to give the brand a try. Their products are vegan and cruelty-free. They also are all known for their moisturizing qualities. I use the eye mask after I wash my face and need some good moisture. It does wonders on days when I don’t get much sleep. I like that it has a good smell—however, some scents can be irritating for folks with sensitive skin. Another thing I like about it is that a little bit of product goes a long way. I don’t need a lot for my under eye area to feel cool and moisturized.”
2. Athar’a’s Pure Moroccan Coffee Eye Cream
What’s special about it?
This product contains caffeine from coffee seed oil and green tea, anti-inflammatory ingredients that reduce dark circles and puffiness. It also contains vitamin E and antioxidants to regenerate the delicate skin around the eyes.
Great For:
Boosting skin buoyancy in the morning
3. Antipodes’ Manuka Honey Skin-Brightening Eye Cream
What’s special about it?
The Manuka Honey in this eye cream is antibacterial and helps the healing process. This product also contains Persian silk flowers to help hydrate and freshen delicate skin.
Great For:
Sensitive and/or damaged skin
Cleanser
1. Banila Co’s Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm
What’s special about it?
This product cleanses the skin deeply without disturbing the skin’s natural moisture and is formulated with active botanicals like hot springs water, vitamin E, and vitamin C.
Testimonial:
Niamh: “My skin is really dry and sensitive, and I had a hard time using regular makeup removers because they would irritate my skin or leave me feeling a lot drier. Even regular face cleansers could leave me with dry patches. I like this balm because it’s a lot less harsh on my skin and leaves me feeling a lot more moisturized. It’s also less messy since you don’t have to wet your face before applying. It doesn’t leave a sticky feeling afterward either, which I really appreciate.”
2. Clinique’s Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm
What’s special about it?
This cleanser gently helps remove the stress of pollution. It also contains Safflower seed oil for soft and nourished skin.
Testimonial:
Sammy: “I usually struggle with finding a makeup remover that does the job and doesn’t strip my skin of its oils. I find that the cleanser is super gentle yet effective and it’s very easy to use. Plus, you don’t need to waste cotton rounds, which is always good.”
3. L’Occitane’s Immortelle Divine Cleansing Cream
What’s special about it?
This cleanser contains Organic Immortelle essential oil as an antioxidant and vitamin E derivative to help protect the skin from external aggressions.
Testimonial:
May: “For years, I’ve struggled to find a cleanser that is both gentle to my sensitive skin and makes it feel free of any makeup traces and impurities. This L’Occitane cleansing cream does that exactly. In addition, it has the perfect texture, a wonderful fragrance, and leaves a glowing effect that is hard to get with other products.”
Whether you’re looking for a new serum to try out or are in need of a refreshing sleeping mask, we hope our suggestions can be used as a helpful guide!
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