My updated daily clean beauty routine – from favorite body serums and self-tanners to staple lip products and the one mascara I’ll likely use forever
Over the past few years I’ve narrowed down a set of clean beauty products that actually deliver results and feel worth the investment. Some makeup items have become staples I’ll keep repurchasing, while my skincare routine evolves more often. I follow a loose approach to “skin cycling”—rotating products rather than sticking to one every single day—so when something runs out I’ll often try another trusted brand. Still, there are a handful of skincare items I repurchase consistently, especially my eye cream; I truly can’t go without it.
Clean makeup favorites
Face:
Saie Glowy Super Gel Lightweight Dewy Highlighter
This highlighter gives an unmistakable dewy finish. Wear it alone for a fresh glow, layer it under foundation for luminosity, or apply it on top like a traditional highlighter.
MERIT Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer
A go-to cream bronzer in a stick format. It’s quick to apply and blends seamlessly with a fluffy brush for a natural sculpted look.
Lawless Conseal The Deal Lightweight Full Coverage Concealer with Caffeine
A dependable under-eye concealer for covering dark circles while feeling lightweight. It’s become a regular in my kit.
Juice BeautyPHYTO-PIGMENTS Last Looks Cream Blush
My favorite cream blush—sheer but long-wearing, lightweight on the skin, and available in flattering shades that blend beautifully.
Eyes:
Thrive Causemetics Mascara
If I could pick one makeup product to keep forever, it would be this mascara. It volumizes and lengthens in a way that’s especially helpful for fair lashes.
kosas Air Brow Tinted Clean Volumizing Eyebrow Gel
A tinted brow gel I use to brush brows up for a natural laminated effect. It’s subtle, easy, and gives shape without stiffness.
Lips:
Lawless Forget The Filler Definer Lip Liner
A favorite lip liner for shade and definition. I do go through it fairly quickly, but the color and finish make it worth repurchasing.
Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump
A juicy plumping gloss that hydrates and gives lips a glossy, fuller look. It’s one of my regular go-tos.
Clean skincare favorites
Face
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Vitamin C Lactic Dewy Deep Cream
A nourishing cream with vitamin C and lactic acid that delivers moisture and radiance—especially helpful for dry skin. It leaves a noticeable glow and is a go-to when my skin needs hydration.
Caudalie Premier Cru Dark Circle Correcting Eye Cream
A splurge-worthy eye cream that has become a holy grail for me. It helps with under-eye texture and makes the area look smoother and more rested.
Drunk Elephant B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
I often mix a pump of this hydrating serum into my Dennis Gross cream. The combination boosts moisture and consistently delivers a dewy morning complexion.
CLEARSTEM BOUNCEBACK “No Botox Serum”
I’ve repurchased this serum multiple times. It’s formulated for acne-prone skin without the harsh, aging side effects of some acne treatments. Even if you don’t have acne, it can improve overall texture and clarity.
Body
OSEA anti-aging body balm
A rich body balm that hydrates deeply—ideal for very dry skin. A little goes a long way; the texture is slightly oily, so it’s best for those who don’t mind a richer finish.
Isle of Paradise Natural Glow Self Tanning Drops
Self-tanning drops that blend into your moisturizer to build a natural, bronzed glow. I add a few drops every 2–3 days to maintain a subtle tan without streaking.
If you’re interested in discovering more clean beauty brands, there are plenty of options worth exploring based on your skin type and preferences.