I am in my late 20’s and up until now i used neutrogena face wash. I recently switched to clinique because my skin started drying out because i switched jobs and work in a rather harsh environment where it is always below 40 degrees. I always used neutrogena and then I would follow up with the neutrogena face cream for combination skin. It has an spf in it which is something else to look for. The neutrogena you can buy anywhere and it’s relatively cheap. The clinique you can buy in the mall and they will help you pick a product line for your skin. It’s definitely more expensive but well worth it.
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Recommendations for basic skin care products?
I am in my early 20s, okay skin condition, usually no acnes. I want to get some basic skin care products– cleasners, face creams, hydration products, mask,etc. Please give me some recommendations on brand(s) that are good and with reasonable prices. Also, where should I purchase these products from? Walmart? A beauty shop in the mall? A Department store?