These are some of the most compelling skincare products that have come my way in the past several months (out of the hundreds I've evaluated online and dozens I've tested!!)
I hope you find something on this list that piques your interest 🙂
xxPenn
Stratia Velvet Cleansing Milk
This is a nice thick cleanser that serves as both a first and second cleanse AND perfect to leave on while you give yourself a little massage or gua sha treatment. It leaves my face so perfectly soft and supple and prepped for the next step of skincare.
Buy it on Amazon https://amzn.to/3YvHGl7
Medik8 Hydrate B5 Intense
This is a medium-thick serum that hydrates and soothes like you wouldn't believe. But what I really love is that it soothes skin that's a bit sensitive or prickly (say from sun or wind,) I use this over an essence or toner to give my skin that extra TLC (I add layers of ceramides and an occlusive if I need extra care.)
(it's the Panthenol (B5), that gives it that extra soothing property)
*I've been using this on nights I need extra hydration.
I like to use it with my
Jin Jung Sung Toner https://amzn.to/45opjRv
Drmtlgy Peptide Moisturizer https://www.drmtlgy.com/products/peptide-night-cream code Penn saves 20%
then top it with my Drmtlgy Soothe and Recover https://www.drmtlgy.com/collections/anti-aging/products/soothe-recover-cream code Penn saves 20%
After all that dries down a bit I put a thin layer of ointment (the one I mentioned in the video is by Alba botanicals) over top and OMG the next day!!
Dear Lucy Marine Antioxidant Serum
This serum is packed with such beautiful ingredients. It is so elegant - the packaging, formulation and application. While I like to layer this along with several products, it's the type of mulitiasking serum that could help reduce steps in a routine. I'm so impressed by this female-owned Canadian indie brand.
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OneSkin EYE
You may have heard me rave about OneSkin FACE and BODY - I really love the whole line AND the company. But my favorite product of all is OneSkin EYE. It has the highest concentration of their proprietary peptide - which has a ton of clinical evidence to back up its effectiveness in addressing skin aging from the inside out.
https://go.shopmy.us/p-2439951 code Penn15 saves 15%
DRMTLGY Water Cream Moisturiser
This is such a perfect hydrating moisturizer for summer (or all year long if you're closer to the equator.) Don't let the lightweight texture fool you - it really hydrates without feeling heavy or sticky.
https://www.drmtlgy.com/products/water-creme-moisturizer?ref=3831425.7cc41f code Penn saves 20%
Dermelect Revitalite Eye Cream
This little number hydrates and brightens the under-eye area AND layers beautifully with other skincare and makeup. I love to keep it in the fridge to add an extra coolness on application.
https://howl.me/cklSBdk7GHS code Penn20 saves 20%
DRMTLGY Microabrasion Scrub
Another win from DRMTLGY is this gentle manual exfoliating 'scrub'. It really helps pave the way for the rest of my nourishing skincare routine.
https://www.drmtlgy.com/products/microdermabrasion-scrub?ref=3831425.7cc41f code Penn saves 20%
Dermatalogica Liquid Peelfolient
This is a very quick peel (it doesn't actually peel - it's really a quick light chemical exfoliator.) this is a perfect pick-me-up say before you go out on a Saturday night. The combo of acids and fruit enzymes is very cool and gives a well rounded exfoliation that leaves such a nice glow!!
*it does have a few fruit oils so steer clear if you're sensitive to them and always use SPF
Alloy
I have such enthusiasm for this company. I learned about them when I discovered their M4 Estriol Face Cream (there is such a compelling reason to feed our skin with low doses of estrogen from when we're 40+)
But beyond M4, I have such admiration for Alloy. I'd strongly encourage you to sign up for their newsletter - their videos and other education tools are invaluable. They're pioneering women who are changing the face of menopausal healthcare - and making answers, resources and prescriptions available for women in all 50 states. (I get my HRT from Alloy,)
If you need resources check out MyAlloy. If your doctor isn't doing it, they WILL!!
You can use code penn20 (affiliate) for $20 off your first purchase of any product from their site.
I encourage you to sign up for their information, and at least familiarize yourself with everything they offer educationally. It is an excellent resource regardless of whether you try their facial product…The other information on this site is INVALUABLE.
My videos on Menopause:
Weight gain+anxiety during menopause? Getting the TRUTH with Dr Corinne Menn https://youtu.be/SJFoPFfOlwI
Testosterone in menopause? Time limit for HRT? Sleep? Skin? ALL answered by Dr Menn! Part 2
Dr Mary Claire Haver answers YOUR menopause questions🤩
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