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I’ll Be Living Under The Bridge Wrinkle Free

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CERAVE CLEANSER: Walgreens SKINCEUTICALS PHLORETIN CF: SkincareRX HYDRATING B5 SERUM: SkincareRX LA MER EYE BALM INTENSE: Nordstrom CERAVE AM LOTION: Target LA MER SOFT CREAM: Nordstrom SKINCEUTICALS CLARIFYING CLEANSER: SkinCareRX RETINOID PADS: similar, Philosophy BLEMISH + AGE DEFENSE: SkinCareRX

DISCLAIMER: Yes, I realize the amount of stuff I put on my face every day is ridiculous. So any comments telling me everything I already know will be useless. I stand by the fact that if you're going to splurge on one thing, it should be skincare because its one of the few things that you're going to have forever so you better take care of it. I don't care if I have to eat Ramen noodles for the rest of my life. So, for all of you that have sent me "Ask Emily" messages regarding my skin regimen, here ya go....

A.M. routine:
1. Wash with Cerave Hydrating cleanser
2. 2 Drops of Skinceuticals Phloretin CF Serum (I can tell a huge difference in my skin when I use this. Helps with fine lines.)
3. 1 drop of Skinceuticals Hydrating B5 Serum (My skin gets dry.. if yours doesn't you can probably skip this)
4. La Mer Eye Balm Intense
5. Cerave AM Lotion OR La Mer Soft Cream if I need extra hydration

P.M. Routine:
1. Wash with Skinceuticals Clarifying Cleanser using my Clarisonic
2. Every other night I use retinoid pads I get from Charlotte Skin & Laser (If you're not using a retinoid, START ASAP)
3. 2 drops of Skinceuticals Blemish + Age Serum (My skin is prone to breakouts and this has helped a lot. If you're not, you can probably skip this step)
4. La Mer Eye
5. Cerave PM Lotion or La Mer Soft Cream if I need extra hydration

Also, I'm a 27 year old single mom so theres no way I'm buying La Mer using my own money. Its a gift from my mother for almost every holiday because she swears by it. And trust me, if you've seen my mom you'd listen because the woman looks better than I do. It also lasts forever, so a jar will last me most of the year.

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  1. jcshin April 17, 2013  at  11:12 am

    you are sucha doll! thank you! :D

  2. Jenny April 17, 2013  at  11:14 am

    Thanks for the post, Emily! I completely agree with everything you said about skincare: if you’re gonna spurge on something it might as well be your skin! Then again, you’ll probably be seeing me under that bridge lol….wrinkle free, of course!! ;)

  3. Lydia April 17, 2013  at  11:19 am

    I wish I would have seen this blog post thirty minutes ago! I just reordered a $20 facial cleanser that does practically the same thing as yours, probably not even as good! Next time. :)

  4. shelley April 17, 2013  at  11:21 am

    haha I love you, I probably put just as much if not more on my face.

    Forever Young!

    :)

  5. Hannah April 17, 2013  at  11:23 am

    I go to Charlotte Skin and Laser too, love Dr. Rostan and her crew. I I haven’t used serums or retinol pads yet, will have to check them out. Thanks for posting Emily!

  6. Mary Mac Drake April 17, 2013  at  11:28 am

    You should try Rodan + Fields! The doctors who created Proactiv, created this line for aging skin. We have four regimens. Unblemish for acne and post acne scars, Redefine (formerly known as Anti-Age, Soothe for sensitive skin and those who have eczema and psoriasis, and Reverse for sun damage and dark spots. I swear by this product!

  7. katrina mccoy April 17, 2013  at  11:29 am

    thanks for sharing….i’m going to try these!

  8. Vicki April 17, 2013  at  11:34 am

    Our skin is a reflection of what we put in our bodies. I found that its so much cheaper and efficient eating organic than buying tons of product to cover or “fix” what we put in our body.

  9. Lindsey April 17, 2013  at  11:39 am

    Hi Emily! Do you use Retin a Micro? I just started a few weeks ago and my face is lookin’ pretty rough. I thought I remembered you saying you used it, if so did it take a while to clear up? And did your skin turn super oily at first? Definitely trying those skinceutical products, I keep hearing great things about ‘em. Thanks!

  10. Lindsey April 17, 2013  at  11:42 am

    Oh, and I wanted to let you know you could be earning money by creating a ShopSense account and linking to your favorite products through them :) https://shopsense.shopstyle.com/page/ShopSenseHome

  11. Rebekah April 17, 2013  at  11:44 am

    I see one thing missing and it’s the most important one…..SUNSCREEN!!!!!! Does that am lotion have it? Cause if not, that’s thee biggest skincare snafu ever! ;)

  12. Erin April 17, 2013  at  11:44 am

    I agree, if you are going to splurge on anything, it should be the money maker! I am going to buy a retinoid ASAP! Thanks for the tips!

    xx,
    E
    Currently Coveting

  13. Kayla April 17, 2013  at  12:04 pm

    Thanks for sharing this Emily! Skin care is definitely worth the splurge! : )

    Kayla
    http://www.lovelucygirl.com

  15. Aline Silva-Schreiner April 17, 2013  at  12:53 pm

    Emily,

    Thank you so much for posting this. I’d be interested in getting your opinion on the new Mary Kay TimeWise Repair line. I have been using it for about six months and it has totally revolutionized my skin. The whole set comes with 5 products and is only about $200.

  16. Ginny April 17, 2013  at  1:02 pm

    Thank you for including drug store items with the high end items. I have heard so much about CeraVe, that I think I need to try it. And, I love your honesty. That is more valuable than the skin care advice :).

    Ginny
    http://www.moderncommonplacebook.com
    recently posted: how to not menu plan

  17. Francesca April 17, 2013  at  1:21 pm

    La mer is not great , I like the eye cream but I haven’t seen much of a difference with either .
    For that kind of money I wanted perfect ..

  18. Chris April 17, 2013  at  1:45 pm

    What is your makeup routine

  19. Brianna April 17, 2013  at  2:04 pm

    Your skin is amazing, I was waiting for this post :) Thank you so, so much! I definitely want to try the Retinoid pads and PS I ordered a Clarisonic brush with my name on it (lol:) Can’t wait to get it in the mail. Love your website and advice!

    http://www.briannamattias.blogspot.com/

  20. kayla viessman April 17, 2013  at  2:18 pm

    Hi pretty ladie ,
    You are an absoutly beautiful women. !! I was wondering if you habe herd of nerium ? It is a anti aging cream 100% natural !! Works on wrinkles , stretcharks achne eggzama and so much more !! It has only been around for 13 months I believe and has been in success magazine .. it’s wonderful !! Check it out kaylaviessman.nerium.com !!

  21. Diana April 17, 2013  at  2:19 pm

    Ahh, thank you!!! Exactly what I was looking for!!! ;)

  22. Tella April 17, 2013  at  4:37 pm

    I am going to try the moisturizer and the stuff you use for dry skin. That’s my biggest face problem. Thanks so much for the tips!

  23. Kimberly April 17, 2013  at  5:11 pm

    Have you tried Dr. Perricone? AMAZING!!!! I am 41 and everyone thinks I am in my early 30s. You need to try the Acyl-Glutathione Deep Crease Serum when you start getting wrinkles. AWESOME! No botox needed with this stuff. Their anti-aging line is out of this world. Very expensive though.

  24. Darcy April 17, 2013  at  5:47 pm

    I just switched to Skincueticals from Obagi and so far I love it too. I had to laugh at your comment about your mom buying La Mer for you because my mom does the exact same thing for me.

    Thanks for sharing!!

  25. stephanee April 17, 2013  at  6:00 pm

    Great routine Emily, not ridiculous, never apologize for taking care of yourself. I am obsessed with my complexion, I have several dermatologists in my family and complexion is the key! Another person mentioned sunscreen which is extremely important whether it’s sunny outside or not. In the AM, don’t layer serums and creams and then sunscreen over that, you want to reap the full benefits of sunscreen. Any serums, etc should be applied after sunscreen so that the sunscreen itself protects your skin starting at least SPF30 or higher. At night, the “actives” should be used. Cleanse, tone, eye cream, vitamin C serum, glycolic cream, Retin A ( I use both, I don’t mess around), then seal it all with a night cream. The Clarisonic should be used in the AM so that it cleans/opens pores and lets the sunscreen do its duty! That’s my regime, I’m also a single mom, 36 yrs old, and look 23 as I am told. No lines, wrinkles, scars, etc. Skincare is my thang!! xoxo

  26. Catherine C. April 17, 2013  at  6:09 pm

    I see nothing wrong with all this (esp. the La Mer…never have had it, I can only imagine!) I would just suggest adding a sunscreen into your morning routine-I know skinceuticals makes at least one type!

  27. kristen April 17, 2013  at  8:23 pm

    Will your mom adopt me? Please? :) Thanks for sharing your beauty routine here, Emily!

  28. kristen April 17, 2013  at  8:29 pm

    Sunscreen product? I always hear that is good for you as well. Thanks for posting! Great blog post! I am going to start adding these products into my daily routine! you’re the best emily!! excited to have a good skin routine :)

  29. karyne whalen April 17, 2013  at  8:41 pm

    I agree. Investing in skincare when you are young is important! I am 45 and have great skin! Part good Irish genes and part skincare! People always think I am younger . I have used Aveda skincare products for years! Great post!

  30. Doni April 17, 2013  at  10:03 pm

    Emily, have you heard of the new macro exfoliator all the beauty mags are raving about? It will be on the shelves in 12 days! It is basically microdermabrasion at home without the recovery time. It takes 5 million dead skin cells from your face in 5 minutes. Amazing!!

  31. Steph April 17, 2013  at  10:40 pm

    I’m a Rodan+ Fields girl, too! Awesome products and proven results! Check it out.

  32. Camryn April 18, 2013  at  12:27 am

    I would LOVE to try the SkinCeuticals one day! Ha, still living as a broke college student so I do what I can one a next-to-nothing budget ;)

    xx
    http://thepocketbookblogg.blogspot.com/

  33. Helene April 18, 2013  at  3:05 am

    Ok Em, If you saw my makeup drawer you would call the Skin Police! I have “dropped the hint” about Le Mer for Mother’s Day, but now going to forward your article to my girls so they can have a hey day buying some products for me. And… I am sure, they will feel inclined to also try most of them. Whatever you are doing, you looking stunning, and your complexion and smile lites up any room..xox hugs

  34. Genni S. April 18, 2013  at  9:29 am

    Hey Emily!

    I love you so much and appreciate how well you represented Charlotte on The bachelor and bachelorette! Since you just posted how your skincare routine. Could you maybe do a blog on how to apply your makeup and your favorite natural makeup?

    Thanks so much!
    Genni

  35. Abby Alannah April 18, 2013  at  10:23 am

    I have been wanting to try the La Mer products. I might have to splurge now :)
    http://fashionablebitsandpieces.blogspot.com

  36. Abby Alannah April 18, 2013  at  10:24 am

    I have been wanting to try the La Mer products. I might have to splurge now :)

  37. Michelle April 18, 2013  at  10:52 am

    Love this post! I agree you should invest in your skin! Although I wish I started sooner :)

  38. Heather April 18, 2013  at  12:42 pm

    I love this post. I can’t stand when I want to know someones beauty routine and they are sponsored by products they don’t use or give a vague description of what works for them. You are detailed, real, and I love it! Great post..Funny too! I will be living under the bridge next to you with everything I bought at Target!

  39. Lauren April 18, 2013  at  1:09 pm

    Good idea- I have a clarisonic brush, wash my face, and use moisturizer, but other than that, I don’t do much to combat aging. I really need to! Thanks for the reminder.

    xo
    lauren
    http://www.annacroswell.com

  40. Suz April 18, 2013  at  3:27 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing!! I think you are so beautiful and such a wonderful mom! xoxo

  41. ali April 18, 2013  at  4:32 pm

    Emily,
    Fabulous!! I sent in a question asking about your skin regimen, so thank you for answering!!! Also, do you wear spf? I know you mentioned you are prone to breakouts, have you ever tried a peel before? I use to get betalift peels but my dermo just suggested a vi peel…have you ever tried on before?
    Thank you,
    Ali

  42. DL April 18, 2013  at  6:12 pm

    Thanks Emily! I agree, glowy skin is the must-have of a good look! I love the idea of splurging on my skin- the products you shared add up to cost around $775. I’m wondering how long you think one go round of the products will last me? (I know each size is different, but if you had to guess an average). This will help me factor the financials of if I can pull this off ;) Hope so, you make it look worth it, your skin is gorge! xoxo

  43. Rebecca April 18, 2013  at  6:41 pm

    Awesome advice again! Thanks for being so up front regarding the details of your skin care routine!

  44. Katherine April 18, 2013  at  6:59 pm

    Thank you for this Emily! I would love to try some of the serums you recommended and I’ve been dying to try La Mer.. if only it weren’t so expensive.

    Regarding sunscreen that everyone has been commenting about, I use the same CeraVe AM lotion and it does contain SPF 30!

  45. Lainey April 20, 2013  at  1:17 pm

    IF these products will make my skin look anything like yours then I will definitely try them. Thanks for sharing! xoxo.

  46. Riikka April 20, 2013  at  9:56 pm

    Hi Emily! In Finland’s television we’re always late, and yesterday I was watching The Bachelor from year 2011. I already know that you won because I liked you from the first episode, and I had to watch all the episodes on internet.. :)
    You’re the most beautiful woman EVER! I’m 19 years old girl and I wish that someday I’m so beautiful like you! And you’re so awesome!! If I was The Bachelor now and you would be one of the girls I’d choose you right now, you don’t pretend anything and you are so friendly to everyone! I hope you’ll reply something to me, it would be great!! :)

  47. Helene April 21, 2013  at  4:00 pm

    CeraVe is on Groupon … i see free shipping if you order 2.. ck the fine print on the right.. http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-cerave-foaming-or-hydrating-cleanser?c=all&p=26 expires in two days..

  48. Tiffany April 21, 2013  at  8:51 pm

    I’m glad I’m not the only one who puts a bunch of different producfs on my face. I think whatever works for you is fine. It takes time and many experiments to figure out what works for you.

    http://www.tvictoria.com

  49. Joseph April 21, 2013  at  8:51 pm

    X Hi Emily. I hope you make time for yourself, because a day without you is like a day without sunshine. Do you remember the Jesus story when He asked who had touched Him, because he felt a loss of energy? The lesson is: others can drain us without our knowing. The comedy, “What About Bob?” with Bill Murray (patient) and Richard Dreyfuss (psychiatrist) illustrates some fine life points. I often recall Murray’s line, “I need, I need”. In the end, Dreyfuss becomes the crazy one. Just like the doctor-patient relationship, it’s important to establish and keep your boundaries with your “fans”. X

  50. Lisa Stradling April 22, 2013  at  10:53 am

    Hey Emily I’m just throwing this out there to you in hopes that you will just go and watch this video. There is a brand new product out that has had unbelievable results. The video will tell it all. It’s the new anti aging product that will blow everything else out of the water. I never thought I’d be messaging you for anything but I really couldn’t not say anything after reading this post. I have my own results pictures too if you’re interested. Email me if you are. You are beautiful as is but we all want to stay away from aging and keep beautiful skin as long as we possibly can.

  51. Mildred April 23, 2013  at  8:56 am

    I am 35 and now stay home with my little ones so La Mer might seem pricey. But I have tried it in the past and it is great. Since moving from NC to CO my skin is so much dryer. When I added up how much of my moisturizer I go go through in a year I would pay about the same. Thanks for the tips! It was a great reminder too.

  52. Stylista April 23, 2013  at  10:56 am

    Thanks for the tips. I love your style! But if you are going to spend that much on skincare, which I do too BTW, don’t ruin all your good work with a poor diet. You are what you eat, so throw those Ramen Noodles in the trash right away! haha

  53. Jo April 24, 2013  at  10:08 am

    Great that you use the B5.It is such a great part of any skin care routine!

  54. Septembergirls3 April 26, 2013  at  9:06 am

    I’m so glad you posted this. I was just thinking to myself last night that you should blog about your skin care products. Your skin is flawless.

  55. Ashley April 29, 2013  at  1:13 am

    How do you feel about the clarisonic? Worth it?? Oh and what’s your fav foundation (medium to full coverage) loving the blog- keep up the good work:)

  56. Cassie April 29, 2013  at  11:32 am

    I also use the Phloretin CF and the anti-anging/blemish serum from SkinCeuticals! Not cheap, but worth every penny. Yay, for taking care of our skin! Love these products!! xx

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  58. Jamie April 29, 2013  at  9:17 pm

    Hi Emily. Love that you are sharing your skin secrets!!! I am wondering if you have ever heard of NeriumAD? It is an anti-aging night cream that helps with fine lines, deep lines, emerging lines, skin texture, pore size and discoloration. Check out the results people are seeing in 90 days or less here:
    http://www.nerium.com/ResultsGallery.aspx?ID=jamiegerhart
    The Nerium market in Charlotte is brand new. Would love for you to sample it!

  59. Merbear April 29, 2013  at  9:59 pm

    Hi Emily,

    I think I have commented before and told you how much I loved you and your style. No really I’m totally obsessed with your style and classiness in a very platonic way.lol. I talk about your clothes and fashion all the time and my boyfriend thinks I’m crazy. Honestly, I’m starting to doubt my own sanity, but not before purchasing all of your clothes and creams. So to cut it short I have bought all of these creams and now I will be joining you under the bridge, but I just love them. They are amazing! The only thing is that I accidentally bought the Phloretin CE cream. Is this ok or should I exchange it and get the right thing? I’m not sure. Would love some feedback please. Also, is there a way to send you a picture of me wearing the forever 21 get lost tee to you? This is proof that I’m totally obsessed with your style. And yes, it’s official I’m am a crazy obsessed lady.

  60. Linda around the world April 30, 2013  at  10:36 am

    I LOVE La Mer, it’s my every day go to. It’s t he only thing that works well on my skin with the amount of travels I do each year… Love love love….
    xoxo
    Linda
    Lindasworldblogg.wordpress.com

  61. Sarah May 1, 2013  at  10:22 am

    Hi Emily!

    Not sure if you order your SkinCeuticals online but I order my skincare from this website and I know they sell SkinCeuticals at a discount price! :)

    http://www.skincaremarket.net/SkinCeuticals_s/20.htm

  62. Katie May 1, 2013  at  1:12 pm

    I definately want to add each of these products into daily regimen. Since it is an investment that I will have to make a little at a time. What would be your suggestion with a $400 initial investment?

  63. Victoria May 3, 2013  at  1:32 am

    I love your posts!! You are the beauty expert!! Thank you!

  64. Andrea May 5, 2013  at  8:48 am

    I like your style! I am definitely going to try the Skinceuticals blemish and age serum! I’m so glad you shared this! I like the Skinceuticals Retinol night cream and use a crazy amount of serums as it is, but I’ve got to get it!

  65. Jessica May 7, 2013  at  12:40 pm

    Do any of these products have an SPF? Thanks for posting!

  66. Jessica C May 19, 2013  at  10:02 pm

    Love this! I need to try Cera Ve. Just to share, Coconut oil also makes a great moisturizer and aids in preventing wrinkles. Since its natural its great for acne prone skin . I moisturizer with it every night before bed , and if I have a pimple when I wake up its much smaller! and it makes your skin soo soft!

  67. Nikki May 22, 2013  at  11:09 am

    EM!
    Rodan+Fields products are AH-MAZ-ING! Honestly i was a foundation junky just to feel good walking around my HOUSE. The best part is I can be foundation optional ;) Its incredible stuff.

  68. jana May 29, 2013  at  12:52 am

    Do you use a daily SPF?

  69. Sharon June 4, 2013  at  9:53 am

    La Mer pure luxury! I don’t think anyone needs to apologize for or make excuses for using the best anti aging skin cream out there. I’m a single mom and grandmother supporting myself as we’ll as Emily. If you want radiant conditioned skin LaMer is your cream..if used properly it lasts a long time. My skin always is radiant and smooth. I’ve been a sun worshiper, a party girl in my time and you do not see it on my skin for one reason only, faithful user of LaMer. No apologies necessary Emily or reasons you invest, I get it. You look fabulous.

  70. chelsea June 24, 2013  at  9:46 pm

    Been wanting to try La Mer forever! Which size cream do you get that lasts almost a year…the 2 oz?

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