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The world of skincare can be a wild and confusing place. If you’ve ever looked into any part of skincare science, you know what I’m saying. It’s overwhelming, but also frustrating because you want to know what your skin needs, right? And it gets even worse when you realize that a lot of products you’re using aren’t actually working. Ok, ok, it’s rough… However, there is hope! Chemist Confessions is a skincare brand created by two skincare formulation chemists who are just as tired of overstated claims and underwhelming results as you are.
The purpose and goal of Chemist Confessions is creating fine-tuned, effective formulas that actually work. Because real skincare is about optimizing the tried-and-true, not blindly chasing the latest and greatest. The products from Chemist Confessions are made to be easily incorporated into your routine without irritation or hokey results that last for a week and then go away (that’s the worst). No matter your skin type or concerns, you can find what you need. And, if you still don’t know where to start, here are a few of their best-selling products we love:
Double Play Face + Eye Treatment ($42)
This Double Play treatment is the anti-aging treatment that we deserve! This dermatologist-approved formula can be used as an eye cream or face cream as a targeted treatment to tackle wrinkles. From pigmentation to dark under-eye circles, Double Play has you covered with a gentle, encapsulated retinol supported by Haloxyl™ peptide complex. Simply apply a thin layer to desired area at night and you’re good to go! (If you’re new to retinol, try using it just twice a week for a few weeks to ease your skin into it.)
Baby Steps Gentle Exfoliator ($40)
Who said chemical exfoliants aren’t for dry skin and sensitive skin types? Baby Step’s 30% gluconolactone and 15% lactic acid make this product ideal to obtain a smoother, brighter complexion in the most gentle of ways. This treatment doubles as a nightly booster or as a once a week rinse-off mask. It’s chemical exfoliant customizability at your fingertips! Baby Steps is the perfect exfoliator pairing for Double Play – get all the awesome benefits of combining exfoliation with retinol without overwhelming your skin.
Blank Slate Gel Cleanser ($18)
The base of any good skincare routine is your cleanser. You need a clean foundation, getting rid of the makeup, sunscreen, and dirt of the day. But sometimes finding the right cleanser is a nearly impossible feat… It’s got to be powerful enough to cleanse properly without stripping or irritating your skin. Fortunately, Chemist Confessions found the sweet spot with their Blank Slate cleanser. This fragrance-free gel formula is gentle enough for sensitive and dry skin, free of SLS, SLES, and coco betaine to keep skin’s pH in balance without stripping your skin. *Chef’s kiss.*
Mr. Reliable Lightweight Moisturizer ($35) | Aquafix Hydrating Water Gel ($38)
Now for moisturizer. With the weather warming up, it’s important to find a lightweight moisturizer that plays nice with sunscreen and doesn’t leave a heavy, greasy feeling. The Mr. Reliable moisturizer from Chemist Confessions is the perfect one-and-done product for anyone with normal to oily skin. Made with a lightweight balance of humectants, emollients, occlusives, and powerful soothing ingredients, this blend is the ideal when it comes to real hydration.
However, if you’ve got ~oily~ skin, you may have thought moisturizer isn’t for you. First of all, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The key is just finding the right moisturizer. That’s where the Aquafix Hydrating Water Gel comes in. This best-selling oil-free gel formula soothes and hydrates the skin alone or under other products. This is also a great option for those with dry skin: use Aquafix as a hydrating serum first, following with Mr. Reliable.
As the weather changes, now is the time to take a closer look at your skincare routine. You need products that will work for you and work well together. Chemist Confessions is exactly where you need to go to create the kind of regimen that will transform your skin… All thanks to the chemists!
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