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#skinceuticalspartner | If you guessed SkinCeutica

#skinceuticalspartner | If you guessed SkinCeuticals on the last video, you were absolutely right. When @skinceuticals reached out to me to try a product, I couldn’t say no, and when you are trying skincare products, you have to try the good and the bad SkinCeuticals Sheer Physical Defense SPF is described as a weightless, 100% physical sunscreen that provides broad spectrum protection with a transparent finish.

Now that we got that description out of the way, I want to show yall how deceptive swatching sunscreen on your hand can be. Add a few drops to my hand, blend. Hmm looks promising

Lets try it on the face. Two fingers will give me the recommended amount for protection. I apply it to my face and in natural lighting, it doesn’t look *that* bad but lets brighten things up! Look at that white cast!

Because of the white cast, I can’t recommend this product to people with brown skin tones.

Dear brands, it’s time to stop using deceptive terms like invisible, sheer and transparent to describe mineral SPF’s that leave a white cast on brown skin.

#skincare #skincareroutine #sunscreen #skinceuticals #heyaprill

They describe this sunscreen as having a transpare

They describe this sunscreen as having a transparent finish. Guess the product 🧴. Guess for a prize on my TikTok. 😂

#skincare #heyaprill #guesstheSPF #whitecast #SPF

Ready to try @thayersnatural Thayer’s Hydrating

Ready to try @thayersnatural Thayer’s Hydrating Milky Toner with me? Thayer’s hydrating milky toner claims to help skin feel cushioned while removing impurities. Should you add this toner to your #skincareroutine? Let’s find out.

The packaging I give 5 stars. For a toner, its packaging is practical. And always trust the red cap, which opens to a flip top. The hole is perfect for dispensing this toner, because it has a slightly thicker texture than your standard toner.

The ingredients list i give 5 stars. It features #glycerin and sodium hyaluronate and snow mushroom extract, all ingredients that claim to aid in #hydrating the skin, not to be confused with moisturizing. It also contains elderflower water which also claims to boost moisture. This list is promising.

Application was easily five stars. The scent is reminiscent of your typical fragrance free skincare product- non offensive. This toner has a beautiful texture. It’s silky, its thicker than your standard toner, almost serum like. It spreads all over the face smoothly and evenly.

Efficacy was also five stars. After three weeks with this toner, it does what it claims to do. This toner is cushiony as described from the first pour to the last pass of a cotton pad across your face.

My skin felt hydrated, cushiony and smooth. I felt no irritation during application and my skin did not respond negatively to this toner at all.

This toner would work great for anyone in need of an extra boost of hydration after cleansing. It expires 12 months after opening.

Thayer’s Hydrating Milky Toner retails $14.99. I picked this up at @target . What do you want me to try next?

#skincare #skincareproducts #skincaretips #skincarereview #skincarecommunity #skincarejunkie #skincareaddict #heyaprill

Can you close your pores? Of course you can’t…

Can you close your pores? Of course you can’t…sorta. BHA (beta hydroxy acid) was the gold standard in pore refinement for so long, then Niacinamide came along. A few studies have shown that niacinamide reduces pore size, but not enough to draw interest. BHA will always be the it girl for pore refinement.

What do you do to keep your pores clean?

#skincare #skincareroutine #skincaretips #heyaprill #skincareroutinequeen

Nothing has changed. 🌙 Goodnight, sleep tight,

Nothing has changed. 🌙 Goodnight, sleep tight, don’t let the retinoids bite 🫶🏽

#skincareroutinequeen #skincareroutine #skincaretips #skincareproducts

#PR ✨ @boldenusa PR haul✨ If you are looking

✨5 Things I Will Never Do As A Skincare Influenc

✨5 Things I Will Never Do As A Skincare Influencer✨

🙅🏽‍♀️I will never recommend products based on reviews
🙅🏽‍♀️I will never recommend young skincare brands
🙅🏽‍♀️I will never intentionally spread misinformation
🙅🏽‍♀️I will never promote unrealistic skincare expectations
🙅🏽‍♀️I will never recommend celebrity skincare

🤔What would you love to see skincare influencers never do?

#skincare #skincareroutine #skincaretips #skincareproducts #skincareroutinequeen #heyaprill

The new ✨gold✨ standard in dark spot corrector

The new ✨gold✨ standard in dark spot correctors. @pcaskin Pigment Gel Pro Intensive Dark Spot Corrective Serum promises to fade dark spots and prevent them from coming back.

Check out this preview and brief history of PCAskin’s best dark spot correctors and find out which one is currently in my Pigment Perfecters kit! Stay tuned for a review coming soon.

What are you currently using for dark spots? Would you try this serum?

#skincare #skincareroutine #skincareproducts #skincaretips #pcaskin #pcaprosknow #heyaprill

Intense Oud @intense_oud haul featuring @swissara

Intense Oud @intense_oud haul featuring @swissarabianperfumes Layali Rouge. Thank you @ijesimonn for the recommendation, it smells AMAZING 🤩

#fragrance #arabicfragrance #swissarabian #fragranceaddict #fragranceaddiction #smellthis #blackgirlssmellgood

Literally fresh out the box 📦: @cosrx The Vitam

Literally fresh out the box 📦: @cosrx The Vitamin C Serum. I have not been this excited about a #vitaminc serum in a very long time. Review coming soon!

Do you have a vitamin C serum in your #skincareroutine?

#skincare #cosrx #VitaDermSerum #kbeauty #skincareproducts

My skin is absolutely broken out right now, so I’m adding Aveeno Daily Cleansing Exfoliating Face Pads back to my PM Skincare Routine. These facial pads contain salicylic acid to fight acne and soy extract to calm, leaving me with radiant skin. Aveeno Daily Cleansing Exfoliating Face Pads retail $7.99 and you can pick these up at Walgreens, Walmart or Amazon.

What’s your favorite cleanser for acne breakouts?

#skincare #skincareroutine #skincareproducts #skimcaretreatment #acne

I cannot tell you the last time I bought a bottle

I cannot tell you the last time I bought a bottle of nail polish. Normally, I’m a hardcore @essie stan but I had an #Amazon giftcard laying around and I’ve seen @ilnp’s holographic polishes and said this is my chance. So from left to right, Sunny Days, Sandy Baby and Juliette, which I lowkey regret getting because it looks to be a close dupe for a @kbshimmer polish I have but it’s cool cause it’s like 3 years old and getting thick. I purposely got Sunny Days because I love a nice neon for my pedis! Ring holder made by me.

Giving @lancomeofficial Lash Idôle Mascara a test

Giving @lancomeofficial Lash Idôle Mascara a test spin. What do you think? Not overly dramatic, but I did love the definition. I’m more invested in definition than having dramatic lashes. ❤️

Yes, I’m still on my foundation journey 😂. Th

Yes, I’m still on my foundation journey 😂. This is Set E: Medium from the Sephora Foundation Try at home kit. There are 14 shades from 6 different brands that include @sephora @iliabeauty @toofaced @fentyskin @lauramercier and @rarebeauty. Out of this set, I only found 1 perfect match. That means I am going to also swatch and review the alternate set that I purchased: Medium Tan. A full review of Set E coming soon.

Can you guess which shade matched?

#sephora #sephorahaul #toofaced #iliabeauty #lauramercier #fentybeauty #fentyskin #rarebeauty #foundation #swatches #blackinfluencers

I have been addicted to @sephora’s sampler sets

I have been addicted to @sephora’s sampler sets since 2013. I have secretly wished for a way to try foundation at home before I buy for a very long time. Finally, that day has come.

Sephora Favorites Foundation Try On At Home features 14 foundation samples from @fentybeauty @iliabeauty @lauramercier @sephora @toofaced and @rarebeauty in my shade range. I grabbed set D & E.

This sample set also comes with a voucher for $10 off a full sized foundation.

I’m really excited to try play with my foundation sets and find my perfect shade. Has anyone else tried this yet?

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

“Money trees is the perfect place for shade and

“Money trees is the perfect place for shade and that’s just how I feel”

Explain @ruthandgem 😍 #ruthandgem #blackwomano

Explain @ruthandgem 😍

#ruthandgem #blackwomanowned #candles

✨My post hair removal must haves from @pcaskin ✨

✨PCA Skin Hydrating Mask
✨PCA Skin Hydrating Toner
✨PCA Skin HydraLuxe Moisturizer
✨PCASkin Hyaluronic Acid Overnight Mask

See a pattern? Lots of hydration and moisture after I remove my facial hair❤️

#pcaskin #pcaprosknow #skincare #skincareroutine #skin #hairremoval #hydration #moisturizer

#PURandsimple #complimentary Check out my @purcosm

#PURandsimple #complimentary Check out my @purcosmetics haul thanks to @influenster. Here’s what I got:

🌿 PUR 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15 is a lightweight, medium coverage foundation that can be used as foundation, concealer, powder and SPF. While I wouldn’t solely rely on this as a SPF, it would go great on top of the SPF you apply during your #skincareroutine

🌿PUR 4-in-1 Sculpting Concealer covers imperfections and brightens the skin. I love the packaging on this concealer. No twist cap! You just push a button and it opens!

🌿PUR Fully Charged Mascara Powered by Magnetic Technology is one of the best mascaras that I have tried in a long time. It builds effortlessly so I can wear it for a natural look or build for all out glam!

Have you tried anything from PUR? #makeuptutorial #makeup #veganmakeup

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