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The Ordinary Mandelic Acid 10%+HA & 100% Plant-Derived Squalane

 Hey guys!!!

Next couple of products from my skincare routine are from The Ordinary.



For a long time I was afraid to use these type of oil products because before the ones I tried out broke me out so bad. After trying these I realized that the oils I tried before were filled with bad ingredients and very long ingredients list. 

The longer the ingredient list the more chance of irritation. Keep that in mind.

Mandelic Acid 10%+HA

I had tried only a few exfoliants in my time. The recent one was the Paula's Choice 2% BHA toner and I was noticing that one was drying me skin out and making my skin feel sensitive after almost a year of using it

I decided to go with Mandelic Acid since it is the most gentle exfoliant there is. It is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid and it is larger in molecular weight. The large size allows the MA to penetrate the skin more slowly which makes it very gentle and good for all skin types.
(in a future post I will go more in depth about exfoliants)

I use this two times a week. I apply it right after toner. I let my toner dry and I drop a few drops on my hand and apply it all over and wait a couple minutes before applying my moisturizer.

I love the thin consistency and how quickly it absorbs into the skin once you apply it. 

Ingredients that stood out: Mandelic Acid(exfoliant), Hyaluronic acid(draws in moisture), and Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract(anti-inflammatory, & calms irritations).

Tip: Always wear sunscreen after using any type of exfoliant or retinol. Your skin will be more sensitive in the sunlight and will cause burning.

If you want to try this you can get it on Deciem, Ulta, and Sephora online.

100% Plant-Derived Squalane

Like I said before, I tried many oils and they all broke me out so I swore to never use any types of oils ever again. MadiHearts suggested me to try this product so I did and no regrets. 

What I love about this product is that Squalane is the only ingredient!

Squalane can prevent loss of hydration and keeps your skin hydrated. It is safe for all skin types. You can even use this on your hair. It gives shine, increase heat protection, and reduce breakage.

I apply a few drops on my hand, rub my hands together, and apply it to my skin. I use this a few minutes after moisturizer. I use this once or twice a week.

This is also a thin consistency and leaves my skin looking hydrated.

If you want to try this product it is on Deciem, Ulta, and Sephora online.

These products are also holy grail status and will continue to repurchase. I see a difference on my skin after using these. 

TIP: Please when using a product with this type of applicator do NOT touch it to your face. You are putting bacteria into your product and after a while you will start breaking out. 








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