💰Worth or Not? I tried the same products and my answer is...

I am a big believer of using sunscreen every single day. It’s vital to your skin’s health and aging. I used to use this sunscreen lotion every morning after I washed my face. I heard it’s discontinued now or the formula changed..I didn’t find this specific one online, but I actually have 2 extra bottles still. (I’m currently trying the Supergoop sunscreen-just to make sure I have something to fall back on if Avene really does discontinue this product!) I was initially intrigued by this product was that it’s a French brand and I think French women have amazing skin! I’ve tried the brand Embryolisse and love that! So, I thought I’d give the brand Avene a go. I was in the market for a new sunscreen, as many drugstore sunscreens- such as neutrogena- left a white film on my skin, made me break out and did not photograph well in flash photography. This product is marketed as “Formulated with powerful antioxidants and soothing Avène Thermal Spring Water, it is ideal for daily use or in-sun activities and absorbs quickly into the skin for a natural, mattifying finish.” It’s fragrance, paraben and oil-free! It’s water-resistant for 80 minutes- that’s a claim I never really tested out. I loved that it has SPF 50 and a matte finish. I have combo skin, which is more towards the oily side in the summer, so a matte sunscreen was necessary. It’s easy to apply, just squeeze a dollop out of the bottle. The consistency is runny, it’s not very thick. I feel like it gets messy sometimes because I’ll accidentally squirt too much product out and there’s no way to put it back in the bottle. So I just apply the rest to my hands. I always used a moisturizer afterwards though, even though it says it’s a moisturizing lotion- my skin just needed a little more hydration! For normal skin, this might be enough moisturizing though! Only on days when I wasn’t going out of the house, I’d use it alone without a moisturizer. My pores never felt clogged and it truly was lightweight. I never felt like I was wearing anything heavy on my face. Oh and this also does not have a fragrance...which is great because I hate the traditional smell of sunscreen- BLAHHH. I think this product is very much worth your time, I used it for almost 3 years now and it gets the job done. It’s also hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic. I never broke out using this product and a little goes a long way! It’s totally worth adding sunscreen to your skincare routine it only takes an extra 20 seconds. I would recommend this sunscreen lotion if you have normal skin, you can skip moisturizer completely and use this 2 in 1 solution, and oily skin people, this will help keep your oily skin matte. It retails at $28 for 1.7oz and ONLY for your face. It’s pricey but since it worked well with my skin, I never did mind paying $28 for a bottle which lasts me almost 3 months. I’d give this product a 4 star review- only because of the consistency being too runny. I really hope they don’t discontinue it. 😭

EDIT- The Purito sunscreen is currently being evaluated due to recent studies that it is only SPF 19. I’m currently using Beet Shield by Krave and recommend that instead. 💦 I have sensitive combination skin and my main concern that I deal with is hormonal breakouts which when not treated correctly are cystic, red and painful. 💦Currently my skin is recovering beautifully from the usual hormonal breakout around my cheek area. I still have some leftover hyperpigmentation from it but I’m actively treating that and seeing RESULTS with this routine, especially this Vitamin C oil which I also use to protect my skin from Boston’s harsh pollution. ✨Protini! This is my favorite moisturizer for my skin. It hydrates, doesn’t feel sticky and plays well with other products and make-up. I discovered this through Drunk Elephant and other skincare bloggers and have been in love ever since. Yes there are cheaper moisturizers out there but this plumps skin so gorgeously I don’t want to look for another. I use this after cleansing my skin and on occasion I’ll add a Hyaluronic acid serum before this. Pro tip- apply hydrating serums and then moisturizers to your face in that order WHILE your skin is still wet to prevent transepidermal water loss from happening to your skin! I’ve been using this for over a year and adore it. ✨Leah Rose + Glow Oil! This is the most stunning facial oil I’ve ever found and it’s made by a small and newer business. My favorite things about this are the squalane for hydration and vitamin C for after my acne to get rid of that redness. It’s also a very brightening ingredient too. I love using an oil after moisturizer because it locks everything in and gives that extra boost of hydration. I’ve been using this for about half a year and will definitely be repurchasing. ✨Centella Green Level Unscented Sunscreen! This is a new sunscreen for me but regardless I believe SPF is THE SINGLE most important item to use to protect your skin from sun damage. This makes the skin feel smooth, is SPF 50 and doesn’t leave a white cast. I just got this this week and am already in love. It plays well with other products and of course protects you from damaging rays. Pro tip- your skin can be damaged by the sun through windows so even though we’re mostly stuck inside, it’s important to keep this in your skincare routine to prevent damage. Sunscreen also helps with my skin redness and for my acne! 💦This routine is one I fully stand by and discovered through other bloggers and just trial and error using a lot of products and figuring out the best way to lock in moisture for my skin. I love it and don’t plan on changing it up any time soon! What’s your favorite routine to protect your skin? DRUNK ELEPHANT - Protini Polypeptide Cream LEAH - ROSE+GLOW FACIAL OIL PURITO - Centella Green Level Unscented Sun SPF50+

Skin type: Combination 🌀This is the Purlisse Blue Lotus daily moisturizer with SPF 30 and I love it! The scent is like sunscreen but not to overwhelming and doesnt live white marks at all! 🌀This claims to be for normal- dry -sensitive skin. I have combination skin but it worked really well for me! I do recommend it to anyone whos looking for a product with moisturizer + spf 🌀You get 50 ml for $45 dlls on Purlisse’s website! Or the 15 ml size for $20! I think its worth it for mw because other sunscreens leave white marks on my face pūrlisse - Blue Lotus Essential SPF30 Moisturizer

I got asked is one brand I use more than any and yes there is it’s #drunkelephant ... I use multiple products every day.....DRUNK ELEPHANT - Protini Polypeptide Cream is my all time favorite I knew once I tried it I would always use it DRUNK ELEPHANT - Lala Retro Whipped Cream the best thick moisturizer I have found that my skin loves DRUNK ELEPHANT - Umbra Sheer Physical Daily Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 I am mineral physical only sunscreen girl Drunk elephant is cruelty free... it what got me into skincare again after having so many bad reactions in my 20’s I thought nothing would ever work for me. It truly saved my skin

I’ve tried a lot of moisturizers- I’m not Sephora Rouge for nothing! Many were okay for my combination skin, though less fit my skin when it was super oily and even less work now for my super sensitive skin, but these four are moisturizers I keep coming back to, due to their lovely textures and wonderful formulations. [Products are depicted and listed thickest to thinnest] DRUNK ELEPHANT - Lala Retro Whipped Cream is a fluffy yet rich whipped moisturizer that feels creamy and silky on skin, but quickly absorbs and leaves a satin finish. A somewhat pricy ($60/50mL) moisturizer I’d recommend for all skin types -though I’d recommend dried skin types add in an oil too- Lala contains ceramides, fatty acids, sodium hyaluronate, and a variety of whipped oils to offer skin barrier support and potent moisture without any shine. I’ll be repurchasing soon to use alongside my tretinoin regime! PAULA'S CHOICE - Probiotic Nutrient Moisturizer manages to sit between a gel and a cream, offering medium-weight but potent moisture. I use this moisturizer currently, in the evening! It’s packed with pre-, pro-, and post-biotics to support a healthy skin microbiome to fight off unfriendly bacteria that could otherwise take up residence on skin to cause acne or irritation. I love this reasonably-priced ($42/50mL) moisturizer for how gentle it is, managing to soothe my tretinoin-irritated skin and apply to eczema flare-ups without any stinging. I’d recommend this for all skin types, though I find it seems to offer longer-term hydration than Lala so dry skin may not need to add an oil. DRUNK ELEPHANT - Protini Polypeptide Cream is a lightweight gel moisturizer that is bouncy and hydrating, though I will say the only drawback to this moisturizer is its shiny finish that takes a while to fade. A bit pricy at $68 for 50mL. But it feels very light on the skin, making it perfect under makeup or (you better 👀) sunscreen, especially for combination, oily, and normal skin. This is primarily an anti-aging moisturizer and it feels absolutely divine coming fresh out of the fridge in the summer. stratia - Liquid Gold is a light, silky treasure trove of skin-identical cholesterol, fatty acids, and ceramides to affordably ($27/60mL) and effectively nourish the skin barrier as the included niacinamide soothes any signs of irritation. I love this moisturizer so much! It’s versatile, working as a moisturizer for oily skin while also being a very moisturizing serum for dry skin to layer under another moisturizer. I especially love it on especially humid, hot days, as it never feels heavy and gives a non-shiny satin finish.