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Affordable Skincare Routine Guide

Feb 10, 2025

Budget Skincare Routine from Target

Introduction

  • Presented by Dr. Shaw and Dr. Maxfield, board-certified dermatologists.
  • Aim: To find an affordable skincare routine suitable for beginners or those seeking a simple routine.
  • Focus on cleanse, treat, and protect.

Skincare Routine Structure

  1. Cleanse
  2. Treat
  3. Protect (Moisturizer or sunscreen)

Cleanser Recommendations

LRP Gentle Foaming Moisturizing Wash

  • Pros: Good volume, affordable price, high quality.
  • Best for: Most skin types (sensitive to combination skin).
  • Price: ~$20 for 13.5 oz.
  • Bonus: Can be used as body wash.

Vanicream Gentle Cleanser

  • Pros: Affordable ($12 for 8 oz.), foaming texture.
  • Composition: Glycerin base, no common allergens.
  • Best for: Sensitive skin.

Night Routine Treatments

Urban Skin RX Retinol Rapid Repair Dark Spot Treatment

  • Pros: Multi-functional (aging and dark spots).
  • Ingredients: Retinol, niacinamide, kojic acid, etc.
  • Price: $26

CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol

  • Pros: Good for overall skin health, not highly targeted.
  • Ingredients: Ceramides, niacinamide, encapsulated retinol.
  • Price: $18

Night Routine Moisturizers

Curology Richer Cream

  • Pros: Good for dry skin, no common allergens.
  • Price: $18

CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM

  • Pros: Basic, well-rounded moisturizer, lightweight.
  • Composition: Niacinamide.

Morning Routine

Cleanser

  • Recommendation: Use the same cleanser as night.

Morning Treatments

  • Recommendation: Vitamin C/antioxidant serums.

Pacifica Vitamin C Lotion

  • Pros: Antioxidant-rich, doubles as moisturizer.
  • Ingredients: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, fragrance-free.
  • Price: < $20

Timeless Vitamin C Serum

  • Pros: High concentration of Vitamin C.
  • Price: $26.99

Sunscreen

ROC Barrier Renew AM (chemical-based)

  • Pros: Moisturizer + sunscreen, antioxidant benefits.
  • Price: $18

Vanicream Mineral Sunscreen

  • Pros: Pure mineral, good for sensitive skin.
  • Price: Under $20

Conclusion and Costs

  • Total Cost:
    • Dr. Shaw's routine: $65
    • Dr. Maxfield's routine: $91
  • Duration: Products last ~2-3 months.
  • Monthly Cost: $30 (Shaw's), $45 (Maxfield's)
  • Advice: Be thoughtful and deliberate when choosing products; avoid trending products without purpose.

Final Thoughts

  • Skincare is expensive; be mindful of choices.
  • Consider personal skin needs over trends.
  • Future plans to explore more affordable routines.

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