I’ve received a lot of questions via Instagram messages recently on skincare for Summer and travel so I thought I’d share my current Summer skincare routine with you today.  I’m super focused on clean anti-aging beauty with exosomes and peptides for healthy, glowing skin.  Here are my go-to products.

I shared this over the weekend on Instagram stories and realized I need to share it here for you, my loyal AWL readers and to also have a post to reference for future questions!  On our trip to Italy I took this combination of products for their efficacy and thankfully they travel well also!

Cleanser:  The Dr Barbara Sturm Cleanser has been my go-to for about  six years.  This gentle foaming cleanser removes all my make up in on step without disturbing the delicate pH balance or skin barrier function using Purslane to calm, soothes and moisturize and Aloe Vera to repair and rejuvenate. I love the small Dr Barbara Sturm cleanser as it is the perfect travel size.  I buy the larger one and continue to refill the small for my travel bag.  I also use Pevonia R2 Gentle Cleanser.  It is a cream cleanser that makes you skin feel like velvet.  I’ve ordered the Angela Caglia Neroli Cleansing Oil to try next.

Toner: Arcona Triad pads have been a staple in my routine for years. They are gentle, refreshing and remove the last bits of make up and spf, infusing skin with protective antioxidants to leave it glowing and refreshed. They also help protect and clarify skin with Cranberry Extract, containing vitamins, phyto-nutrients and essential fatty acids. I always stock up on them during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.  They are also available individually wrapped for travel.  Genius! I take one for each evening.

Treatment: The Cell Forte Serum from Angela Caglia is my holy grail serum.  I’ve been using this powerhouse serum for almost 9 months and LOVE the results.  It is a 4-in-1 serum that replaces Vitamin C, Retinol, Hyaluronic & Peptide Serums. Cell Forte Serum works at the cellular level and is powered by cutting-edge human stem cell science and honored with six prestigious beauty awards. It is on the pricier side but the fact that it replaces 4 treatments and that I can get it at a discount by subscribing make it a no brainer for me.  I have noticed brighter skin tone, reduction in fine lines around my eyes and mouth and a reduction in pore size on my chin and cheeks.  Cell Forte Serum is powerful clean beauty with a 100/100 score on the Yuka app, fragrance-free and ethically sourced, DNA-free, cell-free, and rigorously purified and uses no parabens, phthalates, or fillers.  Yes to all of this! (Here is a post on Why Clean Beauty is Important I shared a while back.)

Hydrate: In the morning, I use One Skin OS-1 Essential Moisturizer and Dr Barbara Sturm Face Cream Rich at night (and in the day in Winter!)  One Skin OS-1 Essential Moisturizer is new for me and a daily skin longevity treatment with the OS-01 Senescence Blocking Peptide™, scientifically proven to target a root cause of skin aging to promote healthy, youthful skin on the face and neck. It’s light and perfect for Summer.  I use this under my Dr Barbara Sturm Sun Drops 50 SPF.  I have used the Dr Barbara Sturm Face Cream Rich for about six years and LOVE the rich texture that feels like velvet on your skin. It’s pricey but a little goes a long way. I have dry skin generally so this is my consistent go to especially in the Winter and dry weather or climates.  It also comes in the perfect travel size!

Extra Hydration at Night:  Angelia Caglia Daily Botanical Facial Oil named by W Magazine as one of the “Top 10 Product Launches of the Year.” This potent multi-tasking daily botanical oil and natural retinol oil hybrid, gives my skin a dose of antioxidants and vitamins to help nourish it and diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. I love the beautiful scent and the way it makes my skin feel.  I wake up with glowing, hydrated skin.  I love using this on the airplanes also to fight dryness from the altitude and dry air.

Eye Cream: One Skin OS-1 Essential Eye Cream is my new eye cream and I’ve loved the light but hydrating feel.  OS-01 EYE is a targeted skin longevity treatment with the highest concentration of the OS-01 Senescence Blocking Peptide™, scientifically proven to support the ultra-delicate skin around the eyes.

Lip Oil: City Beauty’s City Lips Night Oil is deeply hydrating always within reach. It is says night but I use it morning, noon and night, on planes, anytime and all the time!

I hope you find a few new products here to add to your skincare routine.

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