Skincare can be crazy expensive and I'm not going lie, I've turned into a skincare snob and much of my routine is high-end products. That being said there are some amazing, affordable products out there and you can get great products that do really work.
This was such a tough post because I was on mission to find affordable products that actually do work and that would whole heartily recommend and I've found then. For reference I have dehydrated skin.
Fresh Soy Cleanser | £11.50
This is the mini version, the full size will set you back £30 but I've been using the mini for well over 2 months and it shows no signs of running out anytime soon. It's my Holy Grail cleanser. It has a light gel texture that cleanses the skin really well without leaving it feeling dry or stripped. It has a light cucumber scent that I really enjoy. I use this morning and night and I've had no issue with it, i actually find this really soothing if I have any breakouts. This is a great versatile cleanser that would work well on most skins.
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution | £6.80 | REVIEW
An exfoliating toner has become an essential in my routine and the famous Pixi Glow Tonic isn't the most affordable but this offering from The Ordinary is equally as good if not a tiny bit better. This contains a slightly higher concentration of Glycolic acid (the ingredient which exfoliates the skin) and the results show a lot quicker! Within just a few days my skin looks brighter, more glowy, more refined. For more information on Glycolic Acid see this post. But overall, this a great affordable product to have in your routine.
The Ordinary Niacinamide | £5 | REVIEW
I've been testing a few products containing Niacinamide and it's a brilliant ingredient. It works to help reduce congestion, pore size and redness whilst offering some hydrating properties. This is quite a light serum texture that absorbs quickly into the skin. I have noticed a difference in my skin from using this, my texture and redness have reduced a little. So for just £5 this is a complete steal! I think this would work well on most skin types. You can read more about the benefits of Niacinamide here.
The Ordinary Natural Moisturising Factors | £6.80 | REVIEW
Another Ordinary product, but this brand is the place to go if you want effective, affordable skincare. This moisturiser contains hydrating ingredients that are naturally found in the skin. The texture of this is a little different to the ones I have come across before, it feels almost bitty. But it melts into the skin. Leaving it plump smooth and hydrated. This works well in the evening and morning. It works well under makeup to!
So that's my under £30 skincare routine that works, coming in at just over £30. Obviously if you're going to add masks, treatments you're going to be pushed to keep it under £30. I plan on doing another post with my favourite affordable treatments so keep your eyes peeled for that. But if you're looking for a basic routine you can definitely get some amazing products that aren't going to break the bank
Have you tried any of these? What are your favourite affordable skincare products?
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