Skincare & Self-Care Empties: What I Loved, Liked, and Wouldn’t Buy Again

Hydropeptide Makeup Melt – LOVED
Can we just take a moment for this one? ✨ Hydropeptide Makeup Melt is a dream. Melts away makeup without stripping your skin, rinses clean, and leaves your face feeling soft and refreshed—not tight or greasy. It’s gentle, effective, and gives off major “clean girl with glowing skin” energy. Will absolutely be keeping this one in the rotation. Would write a love song about it. SHOP NOW

K18 Hair Mask – LOVED & Already Reordered
This little bottle is pure magic. K18 Hair Mask has completely transformed my hair—softer, stronger, and smoother with every use. Unlike traditional masks that just coat your strands, K18 actually repairs damage from the inside out. And yes, I already reordered because my hair basically refuses to go back to December without it. SHOP NOW

TiZO Facial Mineral Sunscreen Primer – HATED IT!
Okay, so here’s the deal: TiZO Facial Mineral Sunscreen Primer does its job. It’s a solid SPF with a velvety primer feel and gives a nice blurring effect under makeup. But… I didn’t fall head over heels. It’s a good option if you want something matte and mineral-based, but it didn’t make me swoon. It burned and broke me out like crazy. A quiet "it's me, hi, I'm the decent one, it's me." SHOP NOW

Clinical Skin Ultra-Rich Moisture Repair Cream – Just Okay
This cream had all the right intentions—rich, hydrating, and great ingredients—but it didn’t completely win me over. Clinical Skin’s Ultra-Rich Moisture Repair Cream felt good on the skin but wasn’t quite as rich or transformational as I’d hoped. It’s not a bad product, just not a must-have. I finished it, but I’m not rushing to replace it. SHOP NOW

Oribe Hair Alchemy Strengthening Masque – LOVED
This one? Dreamy. Oribe’s Hair Alchemy Strengthening Masque smells luxurious (as expected), feels silky, and leaves my hair noticeably stronger and more resilient. It’s like a spa day for your strands. If your hair’s been feeling fragile or dull, this one’s a true treat. 10/10 would sing about it in a glowing bridge. SHOP NOW

Davines Love Body Wash – OBSESSED
Okay, OBSESSED is not an exaggeration. Davines Love Body Wash is pure comfort in a bottle. The scent is soft, fresh, and makes your skin feel like it’s been kissed by clouds. I’ve already reordered and may or may not have sniffed my own arm like five times today. It’s the body wash for cozy, romantic, self-care nights. Secretly smells like a chorus you’d want to dance around the kitchen to. Shop Now

Hydropeptide Solar Defense Tinted SPF – Hated It 😬
I had high hopes… but no. Hydropeptide Solar Defense Tinted pilled like crazy on my skin, no matter what I layered underneath. I wanted to love it, but it ended up being more frustrating than functional. Makeup didn’t sit well on top of it, and it made my skin feel meh by midday. Definitely a skip-the-track moment for me. SHOP NOW

Clinical Skin Hyaluronic Acid – Great Formula, Annoying Packaging
This one’s a mixed bag. The Clinical Skin Hyaluronic Acid serum itself is lovely—hydrating, smooth, no tackiness, just the kind of lightweight layer your skin drinks up. But the packaging? Ugh. Clunky, messy, and frustrating to get the product out without a mini meltdown. Would I use the formula again? Yes. But please give it a better outfit next time. SHOP NOW

Final Thoughts
It’s always fun to try new products, and even better when you find ones that become favorites forever. The ones that made it to my “already reordered” list? You know they’re special. And the rest? Well, not every product is meant to be a long-term love story.

Got questions about any of these? Drop them below—I love chatting skincare!