We’ve talked about recommended products and routines to keep your skin healthy and beautiful. But this post is going to be a little different.

Here you’ll find out what tips and tricks I use every day to keep that healthy glow, as well as the go-to products that I love.

So first things first. Here’s what my routine is like…

My Daily Skin Care Routine

The first step in my routine is to cleanse my skin morning and evening with a gentle cleanser. I avoid harsh cleansers which could break down my skin’s barriers. I generally choose an all-natural tea tree oil face wash like this one from ArtNaturals.

After my morning cleansing routine, I apply sunscreen. I usually look for a broad spectrum oil-free sunblock. One of my favorites is EltaMD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46.

In the evening, I swap out the moisturizer for a good retinol or serum. Any serum with Vitamin C is a great choice since it will help reverse damage from sun and pollution. My personal choice is Alpyn Beauty Wild Nettle & Niacinamide Firming Serum from Sephora.

Finally, I apply a good moisturizer, preferably one that contains hyaluronic acids or rose water. My personal favorite is Chantecaille Anti-Pollution Mattifying Cream.

The Best Beauty Advice

It seems that almost everyone is ready to dish out advice on any topic, beauty included. But there are some great nuggets of wisdom I have held onto over the years.

One of these has to do with finding the right blush. Did you know that the color in your cheeks right after you pinch them is the right blush color for you?

Another hack: Remember that a tingling or stinging sensation doesn’t always mean a skincare product is working right. Some products work great on your skin without giving you any weird sensations at all.

These scraps of advice were so helpful that I’ve passed them along to others on occasion.

My “Ride Or Die” Skincare Products

Besides those products already mentioned, I have a few other favorites that I take with me everywhere I go.

Sometimes the oldest items are also the best. I have been using Nature By Canus Goats Milk Lotion in Lavender Oil on my face and body since 2009. In all those years, no other product can compare.

And I rarely go anywhere without my Teint Idole Ultra 24H Long Wear Matte Foundation from Lanĉome. It’s lightweight, breathable, and lasts a full 24 hours.

There you have it: a glimpse at my own personal beauty routine. I hope it gives you some great ideas for your own routines that support healthy, beautiful skin.