The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid* 2% Emulsion ($9.80) is a retinoid active, part of the family of age-defiers that helps reduce wrinkles. While retinoids (a.k.a. a vitamin A derivatives) often get a bad rep for being irritating, The Ordinary's formula is designed to make the serum gentle while still being effective.
A firm believer in using SPF on a daily basis, the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star is a huge fan of Olay's Regenerist Whip Facial Moisturizer which she raved "is perfect under my makeup." She also credited it as one of the beauty products she "cannot live without."
Kim Kardashian's new skincare brand, SKKN, promises rejuvenation for a nourishing at-home routine. The latest celebrity line includes nine products costing a total of $630.
Every Product In Kim Kardashian's Skincare Routine
As seen in Care Clark's TikTok video, Kim uses a range of products in her skincare routine, including the cult-favourite Cetaphil moisturising cream and a $200 serum.
1. SkinCeuticals Retinol 1.0 Maximum Strength Refining Night Cream. Formulated with the highest concentration of 1.0% pure retinol and botanical extracts, this cream is enhanced with the latest stabilization and delivery technologies to preserve retinol potency and ensure maximum efficacy and stability.
Hyaluronic Acid Serum | Kylie Skin by Kylie Jenner.
Glycolic Acid Serum
Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that dissolves dead skin, fades hyperpigmentation, and brightens the complexion. And Kim K uses a serum containing it on a daily basis. You'll also find glycolic acid in our Purple Rain Glow Serum.
Kim K. is also a big fan of facial oils, and has listed a few luxe elixirs as her favorites, including La Mer's The Renewal Oil ($245), which is formulated with moisturizing meadowfoam seed oil, and Anastasia Beverly Hills's Hydrating Oil ($64), made with nourishing jojoba and rosehip oils.
She replied, “I wear Aquaphor [or] Vaseline around my eyes every night. I think it helps with wrinkles and all that. That's really inexpensive and easy.” This isn't the first time she has vouched for the product.
She swears by exfoliating regularly, always removing her makeup at night and wearing sunscreen.
After washing off her makeup, she uses That JLo Glow Serum, That Blockbuster Hydrating Cream, and That Fresh Take Eye Cream, all from her eponymous brand. She also revealed that she uses the eye cream on her 11s, her smile lines, and even on her neck: "anywhere that needs a little extra love."
According to Cho, preventative skincare in Korea begins when you start applying sunscreen or wearing hats and clothing that protect you from sun exposure at six months old. “Not only does this prevent sunburns, but it also hinders sun damage that can contribute to ageing later in life.
If you have dry skin like I do, you know a long-lasting hyaluronic acid can really work wonders to keep your skin hydrated and the SKKN BY KIM Hyaluronic Acid Serum claims to deliver 72 hours of potent hydration.
Nivea Creme moisturizer is one of the most popular La Mer dupes. It is formulated to provide rich moisture to the skin and be used on the face, hands, and body, including dry areas like the knees, feet, and elbows, all at a very affordable price.
The official list of derm faves includes some familiar names, for sure. “La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream is the moisturizer of all moisturizers,” Dr. Aanand Geria, a dermatologist with Geria Dermatology in New Jersey, tells TZR.
NIVEA Creme Body, Face and Hand Moisturizing Lotion
Known as one of the most affordable dupes of Creme de la Mer, the Nivea Cream has every ingredient found in Creme de la Mer. One glaring difference, however, is that Nivea does not have algae extract or any other natural ingredients.
Kim has publicly talked about having the non-surgical treatment of anti-wrinkle injections (known as Botox), she appears to have a smoother forehead and less visible frown lines compared to previous images. Anti-wrinkle injections help to lift the brow and smooth out any wrinkles and will normally last 3-6 months.
“I wash my face with a foaming cleanser. I need it to foam!” she told W Magazine. So, I switched from my regular face wash to the Neutrogena Deep Clean Foaming Cleanser. After much trial and error, Kim believes that the foaming process really helps clean out all that dirt that settles on you creases and pores.
When it comes to skincare, Cho says Korean women use “natural skin brighteners such as rice extracts, vitamin C, and licorice, as well as exfoliators. For stubborn brown spots, they will visit the dermatologist to lighten the brown spots using lasers.”
BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner
Perhaps this vitamin C serum. In a YouTube video, Hailey said, “It has changed my skin. One of my Holy Grail products.” We can totally see why because vitamin C is the multitasking, overachieving skincare ingredient almost everyone should have in their skincare routine.
In a recent Instagram Stories post, The Morning Show star revealed she's a fan of Tatcha's best-selling The Serum Stick, which uses a combination of squalane, Japanese lemon, and other key ingredients to minimize dryness and signs of aging.
Odacité Mo + P Moringa-Petitgrain Serum Concentrate: “This is Odacité. This is the [serum for] very, very dry skin. This is a new bottle because I go through this quickly.”