April's Beauty Products

Glowing skin is essentially the be-all and end-all of an exceptional complexion. Not only does it mean that skin is clear and smooth, but it also means that your complexion is so beautifully healthy, it emits a radiance. The best is when it's so impressive that people start asking, "What is your skin care routine?" 

Best face wash: Indie Lee Brightening Cleanser

It's always good to start your routine with a beneficial face wash that not only cleanses but also delivers a boost of good-for-your-skin ingredients. This one is formulated with lycopene to provide antioxidant and exfoliating benefits without irritating or stripping the skin. That "without" is key here, since over-exfoliation can lead to dull, angry skin. And after all, there's nothing worse than a cleanser that leaves your skin tight and dry.

Best vitamin C serum: True Botanicals Vitamin C Booster

Vitamin C is a go-to skin brightener, simultaneously minimizing hyperpigmentation, combating oxidative stress, and fighting against photodamage. As a result, skin appears smoother, plumper, and more even. Sounds like a powerhouse ingredient, right? Well, you're definitely not wrong, but its biggest downside is that it's notoriously unstable, losing its chemical power when formulated in a cream, liquid, or serum. That's why we love this powder formula so much. You can add it to any moisturizer or serum. Another bonus: It's formulated with ferulic acid, so the two ingredients work together seamlessly to only enhance their antioxidant benefits.

Best retinol: Marie Veronique Gentle Retinol Night Serum

Retinol is known for its healthy aging abilities, promoting collagen product and cell turnover. With these credentials, you can expect skin to appear brighter and more youthful. But not only does this serum use a microencapsulated retinol for a gentle approach, but it's also paired with vitamin C with the help of vitamin E to help stabilize the two for an impressively smoother, luminous complexion.

Best face cream: Origins Ginzing Energy-Boosting Gel Moisturizer

Caffeine and ginseng work together to wake up the skin by decreasing puffiness, irritation, and redness. Then the finely crushed mineral pearls deliver an immediate illumination—all while hydrating the skin!—making this moisturizer an ideal addition to any morning routine.