Skincare question time!
Toner or Serum â which one do you prefer in your routine?
Poll Options:
-Toner
-Serum
-Both
-Neither
Vote below and tell me why in the replies!
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Glass Skin on a Budget â My Top 9 Affordable Picksâ¨
In my mid and late teens I struggled with mild acne and large visible pores. After years of trial and error, Iâve been testing South African skincare to see what truly works for my skin type and I have narrowed it down to these 9 finds.
Iâm genuinely surprised at how well they deliver that glassy, smooth look on a budget. Results didnât happen in days or even weeks â it took consistent use over months, but my scars are fading, pores are visibly minimised, and my skin texture has improved dramatically.
These products are acne-prone skin friendly and have been game-changers for me.
Hereâs exactly how each one contributes:
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Glass Skin on a Budget â My Top 9 Affordable Picksâ¨
7. Fundamentals 15% Vitamin C Serum
Morning brightener that fades dark marks and old acne scars while giving a healthy lit-from-within glow.
8. African Extracts Rooibos Classic Nourishing Night Cream
Rich yet comfortable night cream that locks in all the actives and keeps skin plump and repaired overnight.
9. African Extracts Rooibos Classic Sun Defence SPF 50 Day Cream
Light, no white cast daily protection. Prevents new dark spots and protects all the progress Iâve made â non-negotiable for glass skin.
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ALT Morning Brightness and Protection
ALT Fundamentals 15% Vitamin C Serum
ALT African Extracts Rooibos Classic Nourishing Night Cream
ALT African Extracts Rooibos Classic Sun Defence SPF 50 Day Cream
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Glass Skin on a Budget â My Top 9 Affordable Picksâ¨
I am specifically looking for affordable, effective South African skincare. These 9 have really captivated me and are my current favourites. That said, Iâm constantly looking and testing new products, so donât get me wrong â thereâs still more to come!
Quick AM Routine
1. Fundamentals 5% Jojoba Oil Cream Cleanser
2. Clicks Skincare Collection Tea Tree Micellar Water (pat on)
3. Fundamentals 15% Vitamin C Serum
4. African Extracts Rooibos Classic Sun Defence SPF 50
Quick PM Routine
1. African Extracts Rooibos Deep Cleansing Gel Face Wash
2. Fundamentals 5% Jojoba Oil Cream Cleanser
3. Clicks Skincare Collection Tea Tree Micellar Water (pat on)
4. Treatment (rotate): Retinol 2â3x / Lactic Acid 2â3x / Niacinamide on off nights
5. African Extracts Rooibos Classic Nourishing Night Cream
Consistency is everything! Which one are you most excited to try? Let me know belowđ
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These Popular Skincare Ingredients Are Overhypedđ¤
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Other Overhyped Ones
⢠Activated Charcoal â heavily marketed for deep âdetoxâ cleansing and oil control but is often far too harsh and stripping on the skin barrier with zero actual detoxifying benefits
⢠Exosomes & fancy postbiotics â currently very trendy with big promises of regeneration, yet the science is still early and most products function as overpriced basic moisturizers
⢠Beef tallow & extreme snail mucin trends â fun viral trends that offer niche soothing or moisturizing effects for some skin types, but nowhere near the miracle transformative results claimed online
⢠Better solution: Choose gentle, evidence-based cleansers and focus on proven actives instead of jumping on every viral trend
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These Popular Skincare Ingredients Are Overhypedđ¤
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What Actually Works (Derm-Backed MVPs)
⢠Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen â hands-down the single most important anti-aging and skin-protecting step you can take every single day
⢠Retinoids (prescription tretinoin or well-formulated OTC retinol/retinal) â proven to significantly boost collagen, improve texture, fade pigmentation, and treat acne
⢠Barrier-supporting heroes: ceramides, peptides, and azelaic acid â these deliver consistent, evidence-based results for healthier, stronger skin long-term
Focus on consistency over chasing trends. Patch test every new active and introduce them slowly.
What overhyped ingredient have you ditched? Share below đ
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