Y’all, let me start off by saying the Fall is my season. I’m technically a fall baby, too, and as far as skincare and makeup, the cool, brisk weather does it for me every time! Don’t get me wrong, the summer sun has my melanin glowing, but acne increases and the facial hair growth rate is ridiculous!
It has taken some years to perfect my skin routine, regardless of the weather and my energy level; I will break down my daily skincare and facial hair remover routine.
Regarding skincare, I have reached the point where I have two main objectives: my acne and controlling hormonal breakouts and discoloration. Along with anti-aging, yes, I plan to look young forever. Full transparency, nutrition, and diet also play a huge role in my routine, but that’s a blog post for another day. So, let’s get to it, shall we?
Morning Skin Care Routine Pre-Workout:
- Wash my Face with African Black Soap
- Apply Coconut Oil or Plantscription™ SPF 25 Power Anti-Aging Cream (Origins)
Morning Skin Care Routine Post- Workout:
- Wash my Face with African Black Soap
- Apply Outsmart Acne Clarifying Treatment (Murad)
- Then apply InvisiScar Post-Acne Resurfacing Treatment (Murad)
- Lastly, apply Plantscription™ SPF 25 Power Anti-Aging Cream (Origins)
Evening Skin Care Routine:
- Wash my Face with African Black Soap
- Use a Toner w/ exfoliating cotton swabs
- Apply Outsmart Acne Clarifying Treatment (Murad)
- Then Apply InvisiScar Post-Acne Resurfacing Treatment (Murad)
- Lastly, apply Polypeptide-121 Future Firming + Hydrating Moisturizer
My facial hair remover is a bit ghetto and unorthodox, but it works! It’s straightforward: I apply Nair, but not for the face; the Nair is meant for the body and legs, an extra bonus if it’s intended for coarse hair. I apply Nair every other day or every three days, depending on the amount of new growth. So, these are the two variations of my routine.
Standard Facial Hair Removal Routine:
- Exfoliate my face the night before
- Apply Nair for 10-25 min (periodically test to see how soft the hair is)
- Wash my Face with African Black Soap
- Apply Coconut oil/ Soothing Gel (Aloe)
- Lastly, apply Plantscription™ SPF 25 Power Anti-Aging Cream (Origins)
Lazy/ Rushed Routine:
- Apply Nair for 15-30 min
- Wash my face with African Black Soap
- Plantscription™ SPF 25 Power Anti-Aging Cream (Origins)
- Proceed with makeup for the day.
I have been using these routines for the past 8-9 years, and so far, so good; also, I’m not looking for any advice or a change of plan. I’m currently happy with my system; I just wanted to share it with y’all and would love to hear what you find works best for you! At the end of the day, being a PCOS girlie is not easy, and it takes consistency and dedication to see results. I try to do things that are realistic and able to maintain my lifestyle.
Stay tuned for my nutrition/diet routine, which also helps manage my PCOS symptoms and keeps my skin clean, clear, and under control.
The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 
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