Beyond the Hype: Skincare Recommendations That Actually Work
Clean and sustainable skincare to get that lit-from-within glow š«§āļøšæ
Finding the right skincare routine can be overwhelming. With countless options on the market, each promising radiant, healthy skin, itās difficult to know what truly works. Skincare is personalāwhat works for one person may not work for another, and results often take time. To help you navigate the world of skincare, weāve gathered recommendations from beauty execs, entrepreneurs, investors we interview on the Beyond Beauty by Dillie podcast.
10 Skincare Recommendations Backed by Industry Insiders
Whether youāre looking for hydration, anti-aging, or skin-soothing benefits, these products come highly recommended by those who know the industry best.
1ļøā£ XYZ Skin Gua Sha Glide
āGua Sha Glide combines rare azure botanicals - blue tansy and blue chamomile - with a blend of traditional Asian herbs including ivy gourd, eggplant, and basil. This naturally vibrant blue facial oil not only delivers powerful anti-inflammatory and acne-calming benefits, but also brightens and deeply hydrates the skin. The silky texture glides effortlessly across skin, whether used with traditional gua sha tools or massaged in directly. Each ingredient is thoughtfully sourced for efficacy and sustainability. By maintaining complete control over our US-based lab and manufacturing, we deliver $15 luxe formulations while championing fair wages and sustainability - from bio-stone labels to biodegradable packaging.ā - Megan Cox, Founder & CEO of Genie Supply
2ļøā£ Mask Skin Soothing Balm Cleanser
āI love our Skin Soothing Balm Cleanser because it melts away impurities while nourishing your skin with gentle, hydrating ingredients. Its rich, balm-to-oil formula effortlessly dissolves makeup and dirt without stripping your skinās natural moisture barrier, leaving your face feeling soft, calm, and balanced. Infused with botanical extracts, it soothes irritation and redness, making it perfect for sensitive or dry skin types seeking a luxurious and effective cleanse.ā - Sarah Mirsini, Founder & CEO of Mask Skincare
3ļøā£ Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches
āA must have to help wake up your eyes in the morningā - Anna Mayo, VP, Beauty Vertical, at NielsenIQ
4ļøā£ Mask Luminouss Hydrating Face Serum
āI love our Luminous Serum for its powerful, lightweight formula that delivers an instant boost of hydration and radiance. Packed with brightening and skin-replenishing ingredients, it visibly evens out skin tone, reduces the appearance of fine lines, and leaves your complexion glowing. Perfect for all skin types, this serum absorbs quickly and works to enhance your natural glow, giving you a smooth, luminous finish every day.ā - Sarah Mirsini, Founder & CEO of Mask Skincare
5ļøā£ SK-II PITERA Facial Treatment Essence
āIt's pricey, but I can really tell the difference in my skin when I'm using it.ā - Anna Mayo, VP, Beauty Vertical, at NielsenIQ
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6ļøā£ Omorovicza Queen Serum
āI love the results. The Queen Serum has clinical trials proving wrinkles are reduced within the first 30 minutes of application.ā - Margaret de Heinrich, Co Founder and Head of Education at Omorovicza
7ļøā£ Peach & Lily Super Oasis Concentrated Serum
8ļøā£ Dr. Idriss The Depuffer Redness Reducing + Depuffing Roll-On Serum
āBoth of these serums are amazing! They do exactly what they say they are going to do. Two of the best products I've ever used and I go through A LOT of product. Working in Beauty, I want to try everything and we also receive products from clients and tradeshows.ā - Kelly Kaufmann, Co-Founder and Executive Recruiter at Cultivated Talent
9ļøā£ RenĆ©e Rouleau Rest Day Masque
āLove how effective this product is, gives me that glowy rested, juicy skin after I wake up. I'm a huge fan of RenĆ©e, who is an expert esthetician guru with over 35+ years of experience touching thousands of peoplesā faces. I follow her advice because she knows skin and bridges the gap between derms and regular brands.ā - Justyna Wilson, Fractional CMO and Founder of Fancy Salt
š Kiehlās Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash
āA cleanser both my husband and I can agree on, and I love the tingly feeling that it gives off.ā - Anna Mayo, VP, Beauty Vertical, at NielsenIQ
Backed by skincare professionals and beauty insiders, these selections offer something for everyoneāno matter your skin type or concern.
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