HAVING an effective beauty routine doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg.
A woman has revealed how she managed to keep her favorite skincare ingredients for half the price.
Commenting on a Reddit publishuser ChanshoP explained how she saved money on her favorite skincare step.
The poster recommended paying close attention to the ingredients in your favorite beauty products.
“Learn your skin care concerns, identify why that is, and find out which ingredients work best for that,” she advised.
She gave the example of her old favorite moisturizer, which significantly harmed her every time she bought it.
“I was once recommended and fell in love with line #7, especially the SPF moisturizer,” she wrote.
O No 7 Future Renew SPF Day Cream is currently available for $26.50 on Amazon.
“One day, I was tired of paying [almost] $30 a jar, so I just looked at the ingredients,” the Redditor explained.
She looked at other brands’ labels to see if they used the same ingredients in their moisturizers.
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“The Elf brand was nearby so I turned to compare and it has exactly the same ingredients,” she said.
“[I] I instantly saved $20 and bought an extra.”
O Elf Holy Hydration Broad Spectrum SPF Face Cream it’s currently available for $13 on Amazon.
If you’re thinking about purchasing the moisturizer, the poster provides some additional information about her skin type.
“Personally, I have dry, sensitive skin with a slightly oily T-zone,” she explained.
“That’s why I look for water-based products with humectants that attract and retain moisture.”
According to the Reddit user, the best ingredients for her skin type include hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and vitamin E.
Dermatologist-Approved Anti-Aging Tips
Dermatologist Dr. Brendan Camp shared his dermatologist-approved tips with The US Sun.
- Stop using tanning beds.
- Do not use sunscreen to contour your face.
- Wear driving gloves to protect your hands from the sun. He likes Coolibar Gannett UPF 50+ UV Gloves$15.99 to $39.
- Exercise, eat a healthy diet and get enough sleep.
- Do not drink excessively or smoke.
“Any oil should be non-comedogenic, not clog pores, and be completely absorbed,” she said.
“So I lean towards vitamin E/emu and tamanu.”
She highlighted the importance of focusing on ingredients rather than brands.
“Find out what works and check the same ingredients in lower-priced products,” the post’s author advised.
“Don’t just shop at the store for good prices – you can get a great deal on Amazon without even paying a subscription and have it delivered to your home.”
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