Sweet CHEF

After using The Ordinary Niacinamide + Zinc, my skin just got weird and I had to use something that would make my skin less dry & rough. I incorporated Sweet CHEF - Beet + Vitamin A Serum Shot into my routine and it has improved my skin really fast! Sweet Chef is the sister brand to Glow Recipe. I find their serums to be well-formulated and at a great price point. The Beet + Vitamin A serum has dramatically improved the texture of my skin and has given me a great boost of hydration. The consistency is more on the thick side, so I use it at night. Your cells also regenerate at night, so I prefer using retinol (vitamin A) in my bedtime routine. Overall, this is a great way to start incorporating retinol in your skincare routine. It's thick, but absorbs well and it will leave your skin smoother. If you want to tackle uneven skin tone, bumps and texture, this is for you! Applying two drops of this product is enough. The packaging is glass.

Did you know that Target sells K Beauty brands? Sweetchef has definitely been at the top of my list with their serums. I’m in love with their really cool skin recipes. Their skin recipes are basically the K-Beauty current trend. AKA Double Serum. Basically, you evaluate what your skin's craving that day (do you need to counteract dryness, dullness, irritation?) and then mix different treatments together to target your specific skin needs. Skin looking dull and uneven? Add a drop of the Sweet Chef Beet + Vitamin A plus a drop of the Sweet Chef Ginger + Vitamin C to achieve poreless, glass skin status! Key Ingredients between the 2 serums: GINGER: Revive dull skin with healing ginger. This radiance-booster is loaded with 40 different kinds of antioxidant properties to even out your skin tone for clear, healthy, youthful skin. VITAMIN C: This brightening shot contains ascorbic acid one of the most powerful forms of vitamin C. Fight premature aging, fade hyperpigmentation and boost your glow. BEET: Have you had your beet today? This gorgeous veggie harnesses a shot of multivitamins that boosts your moisture levels and leaves skin feeling softer and visibly smoother. VITAMIN A: Rich in antioxidants that help to minimize signs of aging for a youthful glow. So if you mix the ginger + beet serum, you get the perfect recipe for = GLASS SKIN. These are my top two fav’s from their line. How to: After cleansing, apply one drop of each serum shot on face with a gentle tapping motion until absorbed. Have you tried their products yet?!

Sweet CHEF - Kale + Vitamin B Fresh Pressed Sheet Mask NEW FAVORITE SHEET MASK!!!!!! Hands down, this is one of the best sheet masks you will ever use. I have used this mask multiple times, and it is amazing every time! It leaves your skin soft and hydrated. This mask has an almost milky serum in it that makes your skin feel baby soft! This mask has kale 🥬 to naturally calm the skin, Vitamin B to strengthen the skin barrier, and an ant-inflammatory flower 🌷that soothes and moisturizes. You can find this sheet mask at Target for $3.59. 👉🏻I recommend this mask for people who have dry or sensitive skin!!!

Thanks for all the suggestions from my last post. It really help get my skin and it looks better than before! Below are products I use to recover my skin. BLACK GIRL SUNSCREEN - Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 The sunscreen by itself is very moisturizing enough to wear alone. It keeps my skin moisturize all day, gives me a beautiful flow. And the best part is that it doesn’t leave a white cast on my skin. This is the best sunscreen I ever tried! Sweet CHEF - Kale + Vitamin B Serum Shot I love this stuff! After trying the sheet mask I was convince that I needed to try the serum shot because that mask really heal the the dryness and the discomfort my face was feeling. The serum shot leaves my skin soft and very hydrate. I just don’t like how difficult it is to get the product into the dropper because the serum is quite thick. FARMACY - Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer with Moringa and Papaya I like this moisturizer because it light weight but still keeps my skin hydrated. It also pairs will with other products. I just didn’t care for scent. CeraVe - PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion I use this as my night time moisturizer along with the Honest face oil to lock in additional moisturizer. The formula is very light weight and it makes my skin feel soft alone. I just don’t like that I have to pump out a lot of the product to satisfy my skin. HONEST - ORGANIC BEAUTY FACIAL OIL I like this oil a lot. It pairs well with most of the moisturizers I have and it works well on my skin when I it wear alone. You can smell the lavender in it and I read some where that it’s not really good for the skin, but it’s been helping my skin. Sweet CHEF - Kale + Vitamin B Fresh Pressed Sheet Mask I mentioned how I loved this product already! esfolio - Green Tea Jelly Pack I found this gem at TJ Maxx for about $5.00 a few months ago. I wasn’t really sure how to use it and there weren’t many reviews on it as much. When my skin had that bad reaction using some of the Glow Recipe products this was the first thing I put on my face. I would wear it alone as an over night mask. And some times in the morning I would wear for 20 minutes then rinse off and proceed with my skincare routine. I really help with my drying skin and help it it hydrate. HONEST - Deep Hydration Eye Cream I notice I had a lot of dried skin on the bag of my eyes and just a little above my eye lids from using the Glow recipes Avocado Retinol eye cream. It look like premature winkles. To avoid damaging the skin more I use this eye cream to help give the skin hydration. I notice it improve my skin and the dead skin would slowly peel off.

have you heard of vitamin E? this super ingredient is fairly new to the mainstream cosmetic scene, but there’s a lot of promising claims including: -moisturizing -slowing the effects of free radicals -fights inflammation -antioxidant -may promote wound healing because the data on vitamin E is still developing, make sure you do a patch test if you have a history of allergic reactions to skincare. YMMV! some of my absolute favorite skincare products have this super ingredient in common. Then I met you - Living Cleansing Balm part one of the duo cleansing system, this balm is incredibly luxe and gentle. it’s an almost therapeutic experience, and it removes makeup SO effectively. the best part of this balm is it leaves your skin still feeling soft and supple, no harsh stripping! PETER THOMAS ROTH - Peptide 21 Wrinkle Resist Serum this serum is VERY expensive, but one of the only things I’ve tried that I can say is truly worth every penny. I have used this when I have stubborn cystic acne and this was the only thing that helped clear my skin. it’s extremely hydrating and can be used on your eyes as well. if I could only use one serum for the rest of my life, it’d be this one. it has all sorts of great ingredients in it, including vitamin E! Sweet CHEF - Sugarcane + Vitamin E Lip Sleeping Mask this lip mask looks like the glossiest, yummiest gloss. but it’s a mask! I love using it overnight, but I’ve worn it out and about as well. vitamin E is one of the main ingredients and I can honestly say it hydrates my lips beautifully. have you tried vitamin E? #cheriecreator #cheriepartner

Hi friends! I don’t have large lips. In fact, I am losing a lot of my natural pigment around my lip line, so I am no stranger to lip liner! However, I can’t stand products that are “plumping” and literally burn the crap out your lips. No thanks. See how I get my full, glossy lips! Prep. Take care of your lips! My lip fav right now is the new lip sleeping mask by Sweet Chef (this was gifted to me). It’s not goopy or sticky and doesn’t have a weird scent or flavor. Vegan & cruelty free! Sweet CHEF - Sugarcane + Vitamin E Lip Sleeping Mask Line. Line your lips first. I am making sure to use a liner that is slightly darker than my natural shade so we have an easier time contouring later. You can see I am following the natural shape of my lips but I am filling in some spots where my natural pigment is gone. You can over line if you want to but I feel it looks best when done near the center on top and bottom and less on the outside areas. I’m using my holy grail (costs $2) essence - Soft Contouring Lipliner Conceal. This is optional but it does add dimension to your lips. Apply a light concealer (literally the smallest amount) to the center of your bottom lip. Blend out with your finger! I’m using Milk MAKEUP - Flex Concealer which used to be my favorite but I don’t support them anymore. GLOSS UP. Use a lightweight but long wearing gloss. Today I’m using NARS - NARS Oil-Infused Lip Tint which is conditioning but it’s not cruelty free and doesn’t last very long at all. I received it as a gift from a family member. Try undone beauty’s lip gloss instead! Voila! Your lips will look fuller without appearing TOO unlike your natural lip shape. Have you used any of these products? What are your favorite lip products? #CheriePartner

🥬 Packed with vitamins A, B, C, K and antioxidants 🥬 Tightens pores 🥬 Fights dark circles 🥬 Promotes collagen production 🥬 Detoxifies skin 🥬 Tackles hyperpigmentation as it clears out the skin 🥬 Repairs acne scars . . . . . Ingredient based skincare junkie who loves clean affordable and well researched products! Krave - Kale-Lalu-yAHA YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE - Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser Sweet CHEF - Kale + Vitamin B Serum Shot

Thanks for all the suggestions from my last post. It really help get my skin and it looks better than before! Below are products I use to recover my skin. BLACK GIRL SUNSCREEN - Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 The sunscreen by itself is very moisturizing enough to wear alone. It keeps my skin moisturize all day, gives me a beautiful flow. And the best part is that it doesn’t leave a white cast on my skin. This is the best sunscreen I ever tried! Sweet CHEF - Kale + Vitamin B Serum Shot I love this stuff! After trying the sheet mask I was convince that I needed to try the serum shot because that mask really heal the the dryness and the discomfort my face was feeling. The serum shot leaves my skin soft and very hydrate. I just don’t like how difficult it is to get the product into the dropper because the serum is quite thick. FARMACY - Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer with Moringa and Papaya I like this moisturizer because it light weight but still keeps my skin hydrated. It also pairs will with other products. I just didn’t care for scent. CeraVe - PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion I use this as my night time moisturizer along with the Honest face oil to lock in additional moisturizer. The formula is very light weight and it makes my skin feel soft alone. I just don’t like that I have to pump out a lot of the product to satisfy my skin. HONEST - ORGANIC BEAUTY FACIAL OIL I like this oil a lot. It pairs well with most of the moisturizers I have and it works well on my skin when I it wear alone. You can smell the lavender in it and I read some where that it’s not really good for the skin, but it’s been helping my skin. Sweet CHEF - Kale + Vitamin B Fresh Pressed Sheet Mask I mentioned how I loved this product already! esfolio - Green Tea Jelly Pack I found this gem at TJ Maxx for about $5.00 a few months ago. I wasn’t really sure how to use it and there weren’t many reviews on it as much. When my skin had that bad reaction using some of the Glow Recipe products this was the first thing I put on my face. I would wear it alone as an over night mask. And some times in the morning I would wear for 20 minutes then rinse off and proceed with my skincare routine. I really help with my drying skin and help it it hydrate. HONEST - Deep Hydration Eye Cream I notice I had a lot of dried skin on the bag of my eyes and just a little above my eye lids from using the Glow recipes Avocado Retinol eye cream. It look like premature winkles. To avoid damaging the skin more I use this eye cream to help give the skin hydration. I notice it improve my skin and the dead skin would slowly peel off.

Unless you live in a neutral weather area year-round, it’s important to adjust your skincare routine based on the weather outside—temperature, humidity, and other factors should play into your routines. For my sensitive, red, acne-prone combination skin, this is how I do it! I keep some of my routine the same, but here are some highlighted products that only show up in the summer or winter for me: SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS ☀️ Sunday Riley UFO Oil: SUNDAY RILEY - U.F.O. Acne Treatment Face Oil don’t ask me why this works wonders in the summer but doesn’t in the winter! I have been in this cycle since 2018, and it just works for me best in the summer. I think it’s because this is a dry oil formula so it’s not really as moisturizing as your skin needs in the winter. First Aid Beauty Face Moisturizer: FIRST AID BEAUTY - Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT THE ULTRA REPAIR CREAM!! This is the facial moisturizer version that comes in pump packaging. It’s a much more lightweight formula, almost gel-like, making it great for the summertime when you’re sweating more and your face is hit with more humidity. This doesn’t give me enough moisture in the winter. Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask: SUMMER FRIDAYS - Jet Lag Mask Hear me out. I’ve said this time and time again. This is NOT a hydrating mask. The top ingredient behind water is a natural exfoliant (chestnut seed extract) so really it’s a polishing mask. In the summer I wear it overnight over another cream or oil instead of as a wash off mask. I’ve noticed that it reduces my redness and helps my breakouts clear faster. Since this doesn’t hydrate me, I use it more often in the summer. WINTER HIGHLIGHTS ❄️ Paula’s Choice Azelaic Acid Booster: PAULA'S CHOICE - 10% Azelaic Acid Booster just want to say this up front—even though I like this product, I don’t condone the past racist actions of the brand owner and will not be purchasing from them moving forward. This is a product I already had in my possession. That being said, if you have rosacea, this will be your best friend. It’s all about calming redness and fighting acne without exfoliating—perfect for winter. I will use this on top of serums but under heavy creams. Don’t use this with probiotics, as this is anti-bacterial, so it may create a reaction in your skin. Lactic Acid Serums: The Ordinary - Lactic Acid 5% + HA SUNDAY RILEY - Good Genes All in One Lactic Acid Treatment I’ve linked both of these products since they both work for me but one is drastically lower in price. Lactic acid is a gentle AHA that can help fight acne. I like both of these serums, and use them at night. Wild Magic Beauty Oil: WILD MAGIC BEAUTY - MOON LIGHT - Goji Berry + Sea Buckthorn Facial Oil this is my go-to night oil in the winter. So moisturizing and luxurious! #CheriePartner

cleansers are one of those products I can never have enough of. I love having a variety because different formulas target different concerns, and my concerns can change from day to day. here is the lineup of cleansers I’ve been using lately: 1. Sweet CHEF - Oat Milk Latte Cleanser this is a gentle, but hydrating formula that I like when I don’t wear too much makeup. it says it can cleanse makeup, but in my experience I didn’t feel like it was quite strong enough to do so. when I first opened it I was in love, but as time went on I was less impressed! I don’t know if my skin got used to it, but it lost a star for that. 2. as if BY NASSIF - #Getwoke Exfoliating Cleanser + Mask this is one of the most unique formulas I’ve ever seen for a cleanser. it’s clay-like, but also feels slightly exfoliating. even so, there’s no particles to be seen! and it washes off super easily. this made me skin feel really bright, plump, and soft. but I’ve only used it once, so we’ll need to keep testing it. 3. ROSEN SKINCARE - Earth Cleanser if you ever learn anything about me, let it be this: THIS IS MY FAVORITE CLEANSER EVER. I keep it in my shower and the eucalyptus smell makes every time I use it feel like I’m at a world-class spa. this is incredible for breakouts and I even tested it on my bacne! it cleared it within the week. it’s probably my favorite skincare product ever. I love love love this. 4. HOLI FROG - Tashmoo Water Lily Nourishing Milky Wash this is the newest addition to my lineup. I was happy to open this up because I needed an ultra gentle cleanser. I’m talking, no makeup-barely left the house-gentle. this is that. it’s a slippery formula that you rub in for a while. when it’s rinsed off my skin feels nourished and clean. I would never use this on makeup and expect any good results, but as a gentle option, it’s great! phew! so there’s my current cleansers. how many do you have open at a time? what’s your favorite one? p.s. thanks for over 400 followers!! I’m so honored you’re all here and care about what I post! xo #cheriepartner

Sweet Chef packaging is so cute and I’ll admit that’s what drew my attention. I needed a basic moisturizer so I picked up their signature cream. The good: - superfood ingredients like kale, beet, and ginger plus spirulina, ginseng, and red algae - like a multivitamin for your skin! - hyaluronic acid and oat kernel oil provide a hefty dose of moisture - 1.69 oz for $19 The bad: - contains lavender oil which can be irritating - despite hydrating ingredients did not provide enough moisture - left my skin shiny and feeling heavy Unfortunately this won’t be a repurchase for me. Despite a wide range of skin nourishing ingredients I couldn’t get past the smell of this product and the way it made my face feel. I was shiny and couldn’t wait to wash my face. The search continues... Sweet CHEF - Superfood + Vitamins Moisture Boost

Lots of time at home means lots of time for self care and finally finishing up beauty products! Here are the ones I’ve finished in the last week or so and the ones I’d repurchase 💫 What I’ll Repurchase: 💖 YTTPs air whip moisturizer: my go to in the am year round so you know I already had a backup lined up when I got to the bottom of the jar! I will be repurchasing this for a looooong time. ♻️ As a bonus, the glass packaging is great to reuse or upcycle - I’m using this empty to hold q-tips so I don’t need the whole box in my med cabinet 💖 Kalos triple threat detox mask: the first exfoliating mask I fell in love with. It has glycolic acid as well as physical exfoliants but has enough nourishing ingredients that it leaves my skin soft, hydrated, and happy Won’t Repurchase: 💥 Mer Sea & co’s vanilla milk bath salts: a nice scent but not my favorite. My main issue was that the package is tiny 💥 Loccitane ultra rich lip balm: this was ok, but i wouldn’t repurchase it over Kiehls lip balm or my hero balm papaw 💥 Apicare manuka honey hand cream: I loved the faint honey scent of this product and it is very nourishing with the manuka honey, but it leaves my hands the tiniest bit sticky. It’s not my favorite hand cream ever so I won’t repurchase (loccitane is my current go to!) 💥 Sweet Chef superfood moisturizer: This is actually pretty hydrating and if you’re in the market for a reasonably priced moisturizer I recommend giving it a try! It went on a teeny bit greasy but sunk in fast and left my face hydrated with no heaviness the next morning, just doesn’t win out over my yttp ones