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Best multitasking creams & treatments

Best pigmentation treatments

Best pigmentation treatments with multiple and novel actives targeting the pigmentation pathway.

Best of 2023

Products I tried and loved in 2023 - not necessarily 2023 launches

Skincare for preteens/teenagers Part 1: Dry/normal skin cleansers

Cleansers suitable for daily use by preteens and teenagers with dry to normal skin without acne problems. Wash face with water only in the morning routine and pick a cleanser for the evening routine.

Skincare for preteens/teenagers Part 2: Dry/normal skin moisturizers

Moisturizers suited for daily use by preteens and teenagers with dry to normal skin without acne problems.

Skincare for preteens/teenagers Part 1: Combo/oily skin cleansers

Cleansers suitable for daily use by teenagers with combination to oily skin experiencing blackheads or closed comedones as well as acne-prone skin. Even with oily skin, do not opt for strong "detoxing" or "clarifying" products to deep cleanse the skin. Go for gentle cleansers that will not dry the skin out and damage the skin barrier. You can try the double cleansing method by using an oil-based cleanser as a first cleanse in the evening followed by a water-based cleanser picked from this collection.

Skincare for preteens/teenagers Part 2: Combo/oily skin moisturizers

This collection of moisturizers is suitable for daily use by teens with combination to oily skin but not with acne-prone skin. In that case, please refer to the collection "Moisturizers for acne-prone teenage skin".

Best daily sunscreens

Favorite sunscreens fit for daily use in the city. Includes options for various skin types. Do not rely on daily sunscreens at the beach, opt for higher protection instead.

Best moisturizers for combo skin

Best water-based cleansers

Best oil-based cleansers

Best barrier-supporting moisturizers

Perfect options to restore your skin's barrier function and fix issues of tightness, dryness, flaking or redness. Dry skin or mature skin would also greatly benefit from these products!

Best eyecare products

Best retinoid products

Retinoids include all Vitamin A derivatives retinoic acid, retinaldehyde, retinol, and retinol esters. For gentler effect and comfort, I recommend retinaldehyde form. Products are in order from beginner to advanced levels.

Favorite antioxidant serums

Favorite exfoliants

Favorite peptide products

Best tinted sunscreens

Favorite enzyme/powder peelings

Best hydrating toners & essences

Best sunscreens for the beach

Best sunscreens with very high protection suitable for extreme conditions such as the beach. Good for the whole family (except babies aged 0-3)

Best brightening and nourishing toners/essences

Favorites for SPF reapplication

Favorite masks

Gentle solutions for acne-prone skin

Best self-tanning products

Favorite bodycare products

Redness neutralising & calming

Hydrating & barrier supporting treatments