Hi! I’m looking for some guidance on what your morning routine order should be when using physical vs chemical sunscreens. I heard chemical should be applied first because it has to be directly on your skin whereas physical can be applied last. Is this true? If using a chemical sunscreen, is it okay that it’s under a vitamin c serum? 

Thanks in advance!

Sunscreen

Hi! I was just wondering for those who received products from Picky, how long does it usually take for the order to fulfill and ship to the US? I know it says it can take up to 6 weeks, but just wondering what people have experienced. thanks!☺️

fulfillment times

What are some underrated brands that deserve more attention? I’m trying to branch out!

brands

How strict are you about monitoring when you opened products and throwing them away once expired? Or do you typically use them fast enough so you don’t have this concern?

Expired Products

Help! I think I may have overexfoliated, my cheeks burned applying products, and this is the first time it has happened. What’s the best way to recover? And how long should I give my skin before trying any exfoliating products again? Thank you!

overexolfiation

I love thjs toner! Its so hydrating and feels great on my face.

It does contain alcohol which you can smell, but the smell fades fast so i dont mind.

☀️This is my favorite sunscreen as it’s very gel-like and 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘺, as the name suggests. It spreads extremely well and vanishes on your skin, leaving absolutely no white-cast or heavy residue! 
☀️This is a chemical sunscreen, meaning the chemical compounds absorb UV rays, and then convert them into heat to release from the body. In contrast, physical sunscreens include mineral ingredients that sit on top of the skin and reflect the sun&#39;s rays, acting like a barrier. Physical sunscreens are typically thicker and can leave a white cast for that reason. 
☀️The ingredients include hydrating hyaluronic acid and royal jelly extract that nourishes your skin. Alcohol is also a main ingredient, for which the scent might be sensitive to some, but I don’t think it’s overpowering. There are also citrus extracts which contribute to a slightly grapefruit-like scent. 
☀️I love that this is waterproof! So I don’t need to worry about having a separate waterproof sunscreen. 
☀️Biore also has an Aqua Rich Watery Gel sunscreen product, which is typically a bigger size that has the cap at the top. Note that this is a different formulation from the Watery Essence pictured here! I remember trying both in the store when I first discovered these in Japan, and I would say the Watery Gel does not spread as well. I believe it’s because the Watery Gel product also includes physical sunscreen ingredients.

These cleansing pads have easily become one of my favorite products to use recently. I had never used cleansing pads before this, but now they may be a necessity in my routine! These are pre-soaked pads that cleanse and tone in one step, and I have found them to be effective in cleansing while leaving my face feeling soothed and hydrated thanks to the cica ingredient. These are perfect for when I’m feeling lazy or I’m in a rush to clean my face. I also especially love using these on my neck, since it’s so hard to wash it at the sink! This is also great value as one tub includes 80 pads. This is definitely a repurchase for me!

This is a great cleansing balm that spreads well and melts into my skin smoothly. It effectively cleans away any makeup and dirt from the day. It contains perilla herb extract, which contributes to a minty herbal smell (basically similar to how perilla leaves taste if you’ve had them!). It wasn’t my favorite scent to be honest, but I didn’t mind it too much and still really enjoyed using this as the first step in my double cleanse! The perilla herb extract is meant to protect the skin from air pollutants and cleanse the skin of fine dusts.

Unfortunately this product is quite pricy and im not sure i would purchase a full size.

I really like the feeling this gives when i put it on my skin. It spreads well and has a nice fragrance. I have only tried a mini size.

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