Step One: Take off the makeup
For this, I use makeup removing wipes. I've tried a lot of different brands such as Sephora's makeup removing wipes. I just ordered E.L.F. brand wipes so we'll see how they work once I receive them. I do not like this step. Makeup wipes smell like babies. But if yr a makeup addict like myself and paint it on thick everyday, just washing yr face isn't going to cut it.
Step Two: Cleanse
It's really important to use a good cleanser at least twice per day. I alternate between Lush Dark Angels scrub and Neutrogena Naturals purifying pore scrub.
Step Three: Tone
Neutrogena Rapid Clear toner works great if you feel like you're going to break out soon, I just swipe that around my face and neck
Step Four: Tone, again!
Yes, I use two toners. The second toner I use is Naruko Job's Tears Whitening Healthy Lotion. This is more of a moisturizing toner and helps to get rid of redness and sun damage.
Step Five: Moisturize
For night time moisturizing, I use Naruko Raw Job's Tears Supercriticial CO2 Whitening Night Jelly (quite a mouthful).
Nice gelatinous consistency. Easy to apply and doesn't make me break out. I definitely recommend this moisturizer for combination skin.
So that's my normal night time routine. I'll throw in a mask such as Queen Helene's Mint Julep Mask every couple of days or so, just to suck up all that gunk from living in the concrete jungle.
You can call it obsession, you can call it overkill. Call it what you want, everyone has got their rituals to keep their sanity.
Note: It's not easy to find Naruko products in stores unless you live in NY or Chicago I believe. You can order them online from the product website, but I also recommend www.oo35mm.com. I've ordered products (not just Naruko products) from them and they have great service and fast shipping, and they always include little cute goodies in the boxes! They have a storefront in Chinatown, NYC as well.
Alright, I must be off. Time to go conquer the world.
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