New Skincare routine....Clarasonic Mia 2 and other products

My evening skin care routine includes the products below.  All are available over the counter except my Tretinoin cream 0.025%

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I found these skin care wipes at TJ Maxx in a pack of three, rose, pomegranate, and cucumber.  I love the rose best as it is my favorite scent.  I combine them with the Vichy micellar water to remove my makeup before cleansing. 

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http://globalbeautycare.com/products/global-beauty-care-3-pack-rose-pomegranate-cucumber/

This cleansing water from Vichy is available at Ulta.  I have also used Boots No 7 micellar water but I prefer this one as it requires less to do the job.  I put it on my makeup wipes to moisten them which I have found improves makeup removal. 

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http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod3710309

Next comes my Clarisonic Mia 2 with the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser

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http://www.target.com/p/cerave-hydrating-cleanser-12-oz/-/A-13977968

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http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod3900691

Both are new additions to my morning and evening skin care routine.  The Clarisonic was a Christmas gift from my mom and I'm SOOOOOO excited.  I have only used it for four days and I can already tell a difference in my skin.  The blackheads on my nose and chin have practically disappeared!! I will keep you posted as to my progress with my new Mia 2, stay tuned!

The CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser is a great addition to the Clarisonic.  It has ceramics and Hyaluronic acid which works to fix the dryness caused by my Tretinoin cream. 

After cleansing I spray my face with this wonderful facial spray.  I recently read a study that reported that aloe combined with Retin-A increases it's effectiveness and reduces irritation and dryness caused by (Tretinoin) Retin-A. 

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http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod6200727

After my face drys for 20 minutes (as recommended by my dermatologist) I apply my Tretinoin cream.  I apply a pea sized amount to my face and neck.

I then immediately use my Shiseido Pureness gel-cream.

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http://www.sephora.com/pureness-moisturizing-gel-cream-P173645

I find this gel-cream is absorbed quickly and provides wonderful hydration while I sleep.  I also use this moisturizer in the AM after my Mario Badescu  facial spray. 

If I feel my face needs a mid-week boost or weekend fix up I will use my Michael Todd Pumkin facial mask.  This mask is a chemical exfoliation mask with hydration.  I love the smell of fresh pumpkin and this fits the bill, I could (almost) eat it. ;) 

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http://www.michaeltoddtrueorganics.com/pumpkin-nutrient-rich-facial-mask.html

I have been very happy with this routine for the past few months but I will continue to update it when and if it changes.  If you have any questions please let me know!

Love and Light

K