The ULTIMATE Budget Friendly Anti-Aging Skincare Routine

Building a Budget Skincare Routine from Target [0:00]

• The goal is to create a simple, budget-friendly skincare routine for healthy skin.
• The routine covers both morning and night, focusing on affordable products.
• The core components of any skincare routine are cleanse, treat, and protect.
• The video aims to provide a launching point for individuals starting a skincare routine or seeking simple, affordable buys.

This section introduces the concept of building a basic skincare routine using accessible products, emphasizing affordability and simplicity. The speakers set the stage for their product selections and the underlying principles of skincare.

this is going to be a good one today we walked around Target we went on a mission to find you a budget skincare routine for somebody who's getting into skincare or somebody who's just looking for a simple routine for healthy skin care at an affordable cost

Cleanser Selection for Morning and Night [1:10]

• One cleanser picked was the L Ro POS Gentle Foaming Moisturizing Wash, noted for its large volume, good price, and quality, making it suitable for sensitive to combination skin.
• This cleanser is also suggested for body wash use.
• The L Ro POS cleanser is 13.5 oz and costs closer to $20, lasting a long time.
• The other cleanser chosen was the Vanic Cream Gentle Cleanser, a foaming cleanser that costs about $12 for 8 oz.
• Vanic Cream Gentle Cleanser contains a glycerin base, coco glucoside, and sodium coco glycinate, making it a reliable brand for sensitive skin.
• It's important to be cautious if you have allergies to glucosides.

Both dermatologists present their chosen cleansers, highlighting their individual preferences and the benefits of each. The L Ro POS option is commended for its value and versatility, while the Vanic Cream is favored for its gentle foaming action and simple ingredient list, making them solid choices for a broad range of users.

the reason I went with this cleanser so first we talked about this line before but but it's a lot of bang for your buck the volume is tremendous the price is extremely good and the quality is outstanding

Nighttime Treatment for Aging and Dark Spots [3:10]

• The Urban Skin RX Retinol Rapid Repair Dark Spot Treatment was selected as a nighttime treatment.
• Retinol is considered a good bang for your buck for aging concerns, and consolidated products offer a cost-effective way to get multiple ingredients.
• This product targets dark spots, pores, and aging concerns like fine lines and wrinkles.
• It contains niacinamide, coic acid, retinol, alpha arbutin, THD ascorbate, and glutathione.
• The price point is $26, offering significant value for the ingredients included.
• A potential irritant is peppermint, but overall it's a thoughtfully combined product.
• The percentages of active ingredients are not listed, which could be helpful information.

This segment focuses on a powerful nighttime treatment designed to combat dark spots and signs of aging. The chosen product is lauded for its comprehensive ingredient list and effectiveness, providing a cost-efficient solution for multiple skin concerns.

if you're going to have a ingredient at night retinol is probably going to be the best bang for your buck from an aging standpoint for a solo ingredient

Alternative Nighttime Retinol Treatment [5:00]

• The CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol serum was presented as an alternative nighttime treatment.
• It contains ceramides, a dimethicone base for repair, niacinamide, licorice root, and encapsulated retinol at 0.1% concentration, along with hyaluronic acid.
• The product uses CeraVe's MVE technology to keep skin hydrated.
• It's considered a good starting point for a beginner retinol product and costs around $18.
• This product is designed for clear, healthy skin over time, addressing texture and blemishes.
• It was noted as being difficult to find in stores.

This section offers another effective retinol treatment option, emphasizing its hydrating properties and suitability for those new to retinoids. The product's combination of beneficial ingredients and its accessible price point make it a strong contender for a basic nighttime routine.

and this has of course you know when it comes to Cave it's got it ceramides in it it's got that dimethicone base in it so it's going to be reparative as well

Moisturizer Choices for Nighttime [6:18]

• For nighttime moisturization, the Curology Hydrating Locking Cream was selected, particularly for drier skin types.
• It's a richer cream, hard to find at this price point in Target.
• The Curology moisturizer costs around $18 and does not contain common allergens.
• While the tele-medicine platform has unusual active ingredient concentrations, the in-store line is more straightforward and affordable.
• The product comes in an airless pump, which is a good vehicle for preservation.
• An alternative moisturizer chosen was the CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM, a straightforward, basic, and lightweight option.
• This CeraVe lotion contains ceramides and niacinamide, making it good for the skin barrier and counterbalancing irritation from active ingredients.

The discussion moves to moisturizers, with options catering to different skin needs. The Curology cream is highlighted for its richness, while the CeraVe lotion is presented as a simpler, barrier-supporting choice. Both are presented as effective and affordable options for nighttime hydration.

what I like about this product is that it is really a richer cream for drier skin and as somebody who has more of that combo to dry skin I look for a heavier cream

Morning Routine: Cleanser and Treatment [9:19]

• The same cleanser used in the nighttime routine can be used in the morning unless addressing active acne with a specific cleanser.
• For morning treatment, a Vitamin C serum is recommended for antioxidant benefits.
• The Pacifica Vitamin C serum was chosen, featuring 10% ascorbic acid, vitamin E, and beneficial fruit extracts.
• It is a rich, hydrating lotion that doubles as a Vitamin C antioxidant serum, consolidating steps.
• The packaging is noted as aesthetically pleasing.
• The Timeless Vitamin C serum is mentioned as an excellent, albeit sometimes hard-to-find, alternative, costing around $26.99 and containing 20% Vitamin C, ferulic acid, and vitamin E.
• The Timeless serum has a distinct smell due to benzyl alcohol, which helps to mask the "hot dog water" smell of pure ascorbic acid.

The morning routine begins with re-emphasizing cleanser choice and then introduces a Vitamin C serum as the key treatment step. The Pacifica option is favored for its dual function as a moisturizer, while the Timeless serum is recognized for its potent antioxidant formula, despite a higher price point and distinct scent.

whenever I'm thinking of a treatment in the morning like my mind goes first a vitamin C and if not vitamin C then some sort of antioxidants

Sunscreen Selection for Morning Protection [12:55]

• A sunscreen is the final and crucial step for the morning routine.
• The RoC Barrier Renew AM sunscreen is a chemical-based sunscreen that also acts as a moisturizer.
• It contains green tea for antioxidant benefits and is invisible upon application, blending well.
• This RoC sunscreen is priced around $18 and is described as lightweight and hydrating.
• The Vanic Cream Pure Mineral Sunscreen is highlighted as an excellent, budget-friendly mineral sunscreen.
• It is priced at $15 at Target and blends incredibly well for a mineral sunscreen, with minimal white cast.
• The Vanic Cream sunscreen contains squalane and glycerin, providing a smooth finish.

The final essential step of the morning routine is sunscreen. Both a chemical option from RoC and a mineral option from Vanic Cream are presented, with their respective benefits, price points, and application qualities detailed.

the barrier renew am which is a chemical based sunscreen that doubles as a moisturizer so you can STI your moisturizing step

Total Cost and Routine Longevity [15:31]

• The total cost for one routine was $65.56, and the other was $91.
• Both routines are considered robust and well-rounded for morning and night.
• These routines are expected to last a minimum of two months, potentially up to three months with sparing use.
• The monthly cost is estimated to be around $30-$45.
• Skincare is inherently expensive, so thoughtful product selection is crucial.
• Viewers are advised to ignore viral products and choose items based on their specific needs.
• Deliberate choices are key to achieving great results.

This concluding section summarizes the financial aspects of the routines, detailing the total costs and estimated longevity. The speakers reinforce the importance of making informed and intentional choices in skincare to maximize value and achieve desired results, while acknowledging the overall expense of skincare.

we basically tallied from our gigantic Target receipt what our totals were from this trip and since I didn't have an AM serum and I just simply went with a cave night treatment plus the cleanser the moisturizer and the sunscreen my total came to 656 PR good