In Honor of Groundhog Day: 11 Skincare Products I Use Over and Over

I never really believed the micellar water hype. Not for any reason other than I liked my makeup wipes, thank you very much, and felt no need to change my routine just for a fad. And guess what? I was wrong! I love the gentleness of this particular micellar water, and it genuinely cleanses and removes my makeup in one. 

This time of year, I suffer from particularly egregious sinus headaches. This rose quartz facial roller helps relieve the tension in my forehead, under my eyes, and along the outside of my lymph nodes (apologies for saying lymph nodes). I don’t know if its the ergonomic design or the reassuring effect a repetitive motion has on me, but I’ve reached the point with this facial roller where I’ll use it in public without a second thought.

Crafted to cool, de-puff, and refresh the appearance of dark circles, these hydra-gel patches from Peter Thomas Roth are a treat and an everyday luxury at once.

“Powered by 15% Vitamin C, this lightweight serum fights the look of dullness and discolorations at the source, while diminishing the signs of aging,” per Sunday Riley. I apply it between cleansing and moisturizing, and its citrus scent just makes me a little extra happy each time I use it.

I’ve always been hesitant to exfoliate, just generally speaking, because my skin tends toward the dry and sensitive. Once I discovered this, though, I never looked back. It’s creamy, gentle, and effective; it cleanses and smooths without redness or other unwanted effects. I actually use it twice a week, instead of every seven days. 

I know that we’ve all heard mixed things about regular stick deodorants and “natural” alternatives alike, which makes it seem like there’s maybe nowhere good to turn. I can only speak for myself, which is that this gel deodorant from Briogeo is aluminum-free, has a spa-like scent, and even though I do need to apply it twice a day, it’s the first product for underarms that I’ve ever thought to describe as “enticing.”

What’s better than caffeine for a midday refresh? Something that wakes you up, hydrates your skin, and costs the same as one afternoon coffee, but lasts far, far beyond it? This mini Mario Badescu facial spray. When I’m in dry environments and don’t want to muss my makeup, this spray is the burst of refreshment that I (and my complexion) need.

What I love about this lotion from First Aid Beauty is that it ” combines the hydrating properties of a moisturizer with the benefits of chemical exfoliation,” per the brand. I was hesitant to try anything that uses the word “chemical,” but I’ve found that it smooths small bumps and evens out the texture of my skin where needed.

In a fit of enthusiasm for crystals, I bought this body polish without doing any research. Fortunately, that turned out to be one of my best (and only) impulsive skincare decisions. It’s effective without being abrasive, has a unique scent, and you don’t need that much for it to be effective. Plus, it hasn’t dried out my skin even once.

One time, I was getting a facial, and the person finished it with the misting toner from this line. Based on its revitalizing scent and pleasant effect on my generally delicate skin, I became absolutely obsessed with the entire line. I moved from the toner to this gel wash that, and I’m not kidding, actually makes me more motivated to shower.

TK