Lapaki
Yes, I'm (30s) slightly obsessed with skincare. I enjoy it as part of my selfcare regimen and of...
Yes, I'm (30s) slightly obsessed with skincare. I enjoy it as part of my selfcare regimen and of course because of the fantastic results. However, it took years of try and error to figure out what works for me and what doesn't. Psoreasis and Couperose (Rosacea) didn't make the journey easier. And still don't...
Yet, there is so much lovely skincare to discover! I like trying out new brands and products, but only one new at a time to avoid disrupting my current skin condition. Happy I achieved something that varies between Mochi, Honey and Glass Skin. (Which also depends on my physical and mental well-being, sleep, nutrition, stress and hormonal cycles.)
Avoiding: cotton/bamboo/textile pads, face wipes, face brushes, microplastics, and some questionable ingredients ๐ง
Love: ๐ฐ๐ท K-Beauty, ๐ญ situational skincare, โ๏ธ biocompatibility, ๐ advanced skin cycling, ๐ชธ algae and plankton, ๐ช 7 skin method, ๐บface oils for my dry skin
While I prefer products without silicones, I do use some that contain them, particularly sunscreens, moisturizers and makeup.
Ratings: I am rating products for what they aim or claim to do and not for what I wish them to do. 1-2 stars:๐; 3 stars: mediocre; 4-5 stars:๐. Everyone's skincare journey is a personal experience - what works for me, might not work for you, and the other way around.
Legend for Skin Cycling routines:
๐๐ exfoliation
๐บ๐ชท retinoids
๐ฅฅ๐ฅ hydration
โช๏ธโจ๏ธ brightening
๐ฆ spring / โ๏ธ summer
๐ autumn / โ๏ธ winter
๐๐๐ Reset & Restore ํ๋ณต
Skincare RoutineMorning Routine
13 steps
Gentle cleansing milk with ceramides. Better for my dry skin than foam and gel cleansers.
Poof! Pimple gone.
Gentle and hydrating toner, 1-3 layers.
Rice water is rich in minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. It's good to brighten skin, reduce scars, increase...
Spray on face to dampen skin, then apply products with Hyaluronic acid.
Rich in Selenium, a powerful antioxidant...
Mugwort is gentle, hydrating and antioxidant-rich. It soothes sensitive skin, treats dry skin and acne, and is also...
And a bit of Centella Asiatica of course.
Ceramide-rich HG with Collodial Oatmeal (Avena sativa) stored in fridge for cooling and extra depuffing effect.
Oats in the morning...
(light)
Winter: Follow up with another moisturizer for extra hydration.
Optional: For some additional hydration and moisturisation during the colder months.
- gentle and restoring
- leaves a soft finish
- ceramide-rich
- silicone-free
- great for regular everyday-use
-...
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Evening Routine
15 steps
Gentle and nourishing cleansing oil.
Gentle cleansing milk with ceramides. Better for my dry skin than foam and gel cleansers.
Spray on face to dampen skin, then apply products with Hyaluronic acid.
Highly rich in Silica, a natural...
Because why not a star instead of a pimple?
Gentle and hydrating toner, 1-3 layers.
Rice water is rich in minerals, amino acids and antioxidants, and is good to brighten skin, reduce scars, increase...
Mugwort is gentle, hydrating and antioxidant-rich. It soothes sensitive skin, treats dry skin and acne, and is also...
And a bit of Centella Asiatica of course.
Type: Oatmeal
More oats!
Once or twice a week.
Ceramide-rich HG with Collodial Oatmeal (Avena sativa) stored in fridge for cooling and extra depuffing effect.
...and oats in the evening.
(rich)
New: Replaces finished INKEY List Squalane Oil.
Finish with face oil to lock everything in.
If needed, use on evenings with no sheet mask.
Ending the routine with a lip mask - makes waking up the following morning with non-chapped lips so nice.
This is a very gentle, soothing and restoring routine. It targets several skin concerns and has redness-relieving and calming effects.
๐ฅ main goal: skin recovery from irritations, over-exfoliation, or sun damage ๐น very good during...
This is a very gentle, soothing and restoring routine. It targets several skin concerns and has redness-relieving and calming effects.
๐ฅ main goal: skin recovery from irritations, over-exfoliation, or sun damage ๐น very good during rosacea and hormonal acne flare-ups ๐ฆฅ or just a break from Skin Cycling โ๏ธ no vitamin C, no retinoids, no strong exfoliators, and no AHA/BHA/PHA โ๏ธ doesn't contain harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones, or sulfates ๐งช a bit Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide ๐ reef-safe ๐ focus on gentle products with Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris and princeps), Cica (Centella asiatica), and Collodial Oatmeal (Avena sativa).
๐ for 1-6 weeks (best results) or 1-3 days
โ ๏ธ This routine has had very positive effects on my Rosacea and Psoreasis. It includes many calming, soothing and moisturizing goodies. Good product combo, no pilling, no irritations or other issues. Not using any sort of wipes, pads, or facebrushes.