Having healthy skin has been a huge goal of mine, especially since during pregnancy and post-pregnancy left me with some blemishes, and minor acne. Thankfully, with good nutrition, lots of water, vitamins, and a good skincare regimen with my favorite skincare products, I was able to achieve healthier looking skin. 2012 has definitely been a good year for my skin thanks to the products below.
FYI: This list is in no particular order.
I have the Clarisonic MIA in lavender since purple is my favorite color. I use the normal and deep pore cleansing brushes with it. Since using this cleansing brush my skin has been smoother, clearer, and experience less breakouts.
I know in one of my youtube videos showcasing my skincare routine, I stated I like the foaming cleanser better because I’m into foaming things, and it creates less friction. I’ve found, overtime, my skin likes the non-foaming cleanser better.
I love these pads! They’re great for after cleansing, and gentle enough to use daily. I was so sad when my container started coming to an end I saved one, which is now dried out. The First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance pad is definitely a product I will purchase over and over.
This has been my skins lifesaver. As a beauty blogger, we try so many different products that sometimes do not agree without skin, and this is one product I can count on to whip my skin right back into shape. Also, it really does help with oil (see review).
Cerave is on my list yet again with their facial moisturizers. I love that the AM moisturizer contains SPF, and it isn’t heavy. It also wears well under makeup. The PM facial moisturizer is light, but, my skin feels soft and moisturized, especially the next morning.
This is the perfect mask to boost the appearance of your skin. I love that it is quick and easy to use, which makes it easier for me to use in the mornings even when I’m rushing (see review).
OMG! I’ve posted about the Vitamin C Ester 15 on my instagram, and I’ve raved about it to my family and friends… This stuff right here… I honestly have no words to describe how amazingly soft, succulent and all that jazz this stuff leaves my skin. I apply it at night after cleansing, and wake up with unbelievably soft skin, and a nice, natural glow.
The Skin Perfecting Blue Light is a great device to have in your skincare arsenal. Seriously, I’ve used it on a pimple one night, and the next day, the sucker is either gone or minimized. I think that’s reason enough for it to make my favorite skincare products list (see review).
On days when I do not use my Clarisonic MIA, I use this. It works great in removing makeup, too! Best of all, it’s natural. I’m into foaming things, so that’s a plus, too! Plus, the owner is super nice.
Bonus: Algenist Triple-Action Micropolish & Peel (see review)
Disclosure: Some items mentioned were provided to me by the company or its PR. I was not paid for this post, nor was I asked to write this post. All opinions and views are my own, and 100% honest. This post may contain affiliate links where I will get paid a small commission.
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New York City makeup artist, beauty and mom blogger . I'm a Hofstra University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Community Health. Although my background is in health, beauty and makeup artistry is where my heart lies. I immensely enjoy helping myself and others feel beautiful inside and out. I've launched a beauty blog and a Youtube instructional channel, through these I hope to reach a wider audience and provide the women with a virtual hands-on guide to putting their best face forward. The most important element of my work is to be able to use my creativity to enhance natural beauty, yet bring out a person’s inner beauty and individuality. If you have a beauty or makeup related question, contact me. Your question could be featured on the site! I also accept guest post submissions, check the guidelines. ***Brands and PR firms sometime provide press samples of products for review consideration. These brands are not guaranteed a review on Makeup by Kim Porter Blog, nor do we accept payment of any kind for our reviews. For more on our disclosure policies, please see my terms .
