As a follow-up to my summer skincare post, I thought it may be helpful to give a quick update on what I’ve been using since its become much cooler and drier. Writing this blog gives me license to try a lot of new products, but I’ve found myself returning to these few products over and over again. I’m sure I’m not alone here when I mention that my primary goal is to prevent aging caused by from harsh environmental conditions (city living? Can’t get much harsher than that). My personal motto? Always be moisturizing. And these products aren’t only addressing my long-term aging concerns – they also help me stave off a massive pet peeve of mine, those little white flakes that appear on my cheeks when I’ve been lazy about keeping things supple and soft.
Day or night, I first start with a few quick spritzes of Yuli Skincare’s Metamorphic Elixir (1). It is meant for anti-aging / dry skin, the perfect toner to act as my first defense against the onslaught of dry air. Next, I dot on a small amount of Joelle Ciocco’s Intensive Eye Care Anti-Ageing Treatment (2), a product I started using after my wonderful facial with Isabelle Bellis. I am absolutely vigilant about using eye cream. The non-stop exposure to computer and smartphone screens is extremely stressful on the eyes, making it crucial that you pamper them as much as possible!
For day, I’ve been using Josie Maran’s Argan Oil (3) (a very thoughtful gift from my lovely roommate!) all over my face and neck. Quickly followed by yet another year round main stay – John Masters Organics Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 (4). Yes, the sun is not nearly as strong as it is in the summer, but I’m not one to take chances: I wear sunscreen every single day. I just make sure to wash it off carefully at night to avoid clogging my pores.
At night, I’m very focused on preventing hyper-pigmentation, a common ailment for Asian skin. With that in mind, I’ve been using Yuli’s Cell Perfecto PM Serum (5). It is an oxygen activated serum, meaning you need to give it a vigorous shake before use to “wake up” the active ingredients. Since this particular serum is targeted at acne scars, pigmentation and dark spots, it is ideal for my particular skincare concerns. It’s so rich and moisturizing that I don’t need to use anything else at night. Effective and efficient? No wonder I can’t stop reaching for it.
What are your fall skincare essentials?
I finally tried the Josie Maran Oil… obsessed!!
Yes, it’s so great! You should check out Kahina’s argan oil if you haven’t already!
Amen on the argan oil, I use it every night. For daytime I use the Josie maran SPF 40 and I love it.
I’ve heard good things about that SPF 40…I should definitely add the to the list.
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Thank you that is lovely. I did not know that the yuli serum can be used all over the face. I had the impression it is a spot treatment. Have you tried the other yuli serums? I am interested in the ferulic one but am unsure whether it is ok for sensitive skin as it contains essential oils, namely rosemary. Thanks
Hi Laura! I actually haven’t tried other Yuli products besides the ones I mentioned above. I think it may make sense for you reach out to Yuli via Twitter (they are very helpful and responsive!) to get a better idea. But I would definitely proceed with caution if you have sensitive skin and there are essential oils in it!
I love this! Yuli products are THE BEST! Do you have an ingredient list for the eye cream? I am curious but there’s no listing on the joelle ciocco website…
Unfortunately not, which is why I am not going to continue using it after I finish the bottle. Search for my perfect eye cream continues!
This looks like a great rouine! what cleanser do you use?