Why Beauty Editors Never Skip Out On These 2 Products In Their Skin Care Routine

Y2K kids will remember going to school after caking on layers of primers, concealer, foundation, contour, and powder to achieve the sought-after flat, matte look that was once totally in. Thankfully for our skin care routines (and natural beauty), that trend is out and healthy-looking, glowy skin is in. While we’re all for a ten-step beauty routine if that’s your thing, we’re trying to spend more time out in the sun than in our bathrooms this summer. That’s why those in-the-know (read: us beauty editors) slimmed down our morning skin care routines to two key essentials for super glowy skin, and we’re not gatekeeping those secrets anymore.

We won’t bury the lede here, either. It’s all about sunscreen and vitamin C. And since Innisfree has been leading the way in clean beauty innovation at totally affordable prices for decades, we recommend starting with a few of their sensitive skin-friendly favorites—all fortified by powerful botanicals.

Vitamin C

You likely know that vitamin C is renowned for its brightening benefits. So, it’s an absolute must-have if you have hyperpigmentation, scarring, or just want to enhance your skin’s natural glow. What’s more is that it even helps produce collagen, so continued use can help make your skin look more plump over time. Our favorite Green Tea Enzyme Vitamin C Brightening Serum from Innisfree does more than just infuse the skin with vitamin C, though. Made without fragrance or alcohol, the vegan and cruelty-free formula is safe for most sensitive skin types, which is a big plus since many vitamin C serums can cause irritation.

What’s more is that this contains green tea to lightly exfoliate the skin while you wear it. That’ll further help brighten pigmentation while also keeping excess oil and acne at bay. Squalane and hyaluronic acid nourish the skin in a lightweight way. They lock in moisture without giving skin a greasy finish. Bonus: The non-comedogenic formula won’t clog pores either.

Sunscreen

Most everyone knows how vital sun protection is at this point, but ICYMI, regular use of sunscreen can help prevent lines and pigmentation while also reducing your risk of developing sun damage or burns. There’s lots to know about sunscreen, though, and not all area created equal. For example, Innisfree’s Daily UV Defense Sunscreen contains broad spectrum protection, which means it’ll protect against both UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreens are either enriched with mineral or chemical protection. This formula features chemical protection, which means it won’t leave a white cast on the skin. It absorbs quickly while green tea and sunflower seed oil lightly hydrate skin, leaving behind a gorgeous, natural glow on the skin. If you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, you’ll appreciate that this contains cica to soothe inflammation, too.

However, if redness is a big concern of yours, we recommend the Daily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen from Innisfree. The mineral formula has a satin finish and a soothing formula that contains cica, just like the aforementioned Daily UV Defense Sunscreen. However, this also contains a cooling green tint to neutralize redness. Hyaluronic acid and squalane help to hydrate skin while strengthening the skin barrier, too. Need more? According to a study done by the brand, 86% of people who tried this formula felt it helped even out their skin tone, redness, and trouble spots. Basically, it’s all the benefits of your favorite moisturizer with the added importance of sun protection.

Consider these products the minimalist’s secrets to your glowiest summer yet. Together, they brighten skin, fade dark spots, and smooth texture on any skin type. And since everything is fast-absorbing, you can easily layer your makeup on top without fear or pilling or caking.