I'm 40 years old & this is my skincare routine
- stinadiane
- Mar 31, 2025
- 3 min read
looking like a glazed doughnut without breaking the bank
Not gonna lie, she’s onto something with this whole glazed doughnut thing. It's been working out quite well for me.
While Hailey Bieber spends hundreds on her skincare routine, I unfortunately cannot.
So here's how I get that dewy, glowing hydrated skin at a fraction of the price. & Bonus, everything I use is under $20! So it's totally affordable.
STEP ONE: CLEANSE
Years ago I ditched those packaged make-up wipes for reusable, washable cloths. I find that not only do they remove your makeup better, but they don't strip & dry out your skin either.
When it comes to washing my face, I'm a big fan of La Roche Posay's Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser. This has been my go-to cleanser for over a year now. Super gentle, yet effective & great if you have sensitive skin.
STEP TWO: APPLY YOUR SKINCARE
I like to change the products I use up from time to time, depending on what I have on hand. But if I'm using any serums, I like to apply them first before I moisturize.
Currently I've been starting off with E.L.F Cosmetics Holy Hydration Eye Cream. I love this cream for both am & pm because it's super lightweight & doesn't leave my eyes feeling greasy.
For some anti-aging protection, I've been using Versed Smooth Landing Retinol Eye Balm under & around my eyes for years. A little goes a long way, & this small container will last you a long time.
I recently came across Good Molecules Gentle Retinol Cream when they popped up on a buzzfeed "must-have affordable skincare" list of some sort. I've been using it a few times a week for about a month now. So far, I have no complaints. & At $8, you really can't beat that price either.
I don't know about you, but I've been seeing beef tallow all over my feed lately, so I had to give it a try. I've been using it at night all over my face & neck. During the day, I like to use it on my neck & a teeny tiny bit on my face, under my makeup. I'm about a quarter of the way through my first jar & I really do love how soft & hydrated it has made my skin look & feel. A little goes a long way, so play around the the amount that works best for you.
The jar I'm using is from Amazon, & at the time of writing this, it looks like it's no longer available. But I would recommend trying any beef tallow. & No, you won't smell like beef! Mine smells like honey.
STEP THREE: APLLY OVERNIGHT MASK
Similar to those collagen sheet masks I absolutely love, this Collagen Overnight Wrapping Mask from Medicube does the same thing. Apply a thin layer after your skincare regimen & let dry for 10-15 minutes before going to bed. Wake up in the am & peel off. I like to use this mask anywhere between 1-3 nights a week depending on what my skin needs. I swear this is my #1 secret to getting that hydrated glow.
STEP FOUR: THE ICING
Because I am a child of the 90s/ 00s, I have tried a bunch of different brow serums promising that they will turn my thin little brows into lush, full brows with much disappointment. While last year, I was an unfortunate victim of loosing a bunch of eyelashes in an eyelash curler accident, I gave up on those expensive serums & turned to castor oil. Since using regularly, I've noticed a difference in my lash growth. While I admit my brows still feel the same- I honestly just think this is as good as it's going to get, I've been very pleased with my lash results.
Last year I ditched the expensive lip balms & replaced them with Aquaphor. I had seen people use it on their lips, but always thought, "really? isn't that like lotion?".
Honestly, it's better than any lip mask you can use & I wake up every morning with soft lips. Plus I like to use it during the day under lipstick or over a lip stain for max hydration all day long. So yeah, get yourself some Aquaphor.
That's it- Now you're ready for bed!
If you want to shop any of these products I've linked them all for you here on my LTK
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