The Staples: Clinique Mild Clarifying Lotion

I decided to start today off with a list of products I always always use. They are the parts of any good skincare routine, and they make sure that my skin is in good shape.

Clinique Mild Clarifying Lotion is amazing - I use the mild because I don't like putting alcohol on my face since it stings and then drys my face out. The mild lotion only comes in a smaller bottle but it's still worth getting, and it is always on my bathroom shelf.

It mattifies the skin, and has salicylic acid in at the perfect pH (3.5, in this case) so that it actually works. It prevents pores from clogging by making sure that your dead skin cells are eliminated. Overall, it gives you smoother and brighter skin. It is a must for all skin types.

Try it this year and I am sure that you will notice a difference in your skin, especially if you've been having problems with it. It's also not super-expensive, or very hard to find (every department store has a Clinique counter), and with a bonus system, there's no reason not to get this. I hope it helps!