When To SAVE VS SPLURGE In A Skincare Routine - Your Guide From A Medical Esthetician

[@CassandraBankson]

*HERE ARE MY FAVORITES TO SAVE YOUR MONEY, HONEY!!* 🍯 💰 Beauty Pie - Plantastic Apricot Butter Cleansing Balm: howl.me/ch5h1FVEsyj Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm - howl.me/ch5h1F4lYzH Heimish - All Clean Balm - howl.me/ch5h1FyeikA TruSkin - Vitamin C Brightening Face Cleanser - howl.me/ch5h1GcbNTY The Ordinary - Squalane Cleanser - howl.me/ch5h1E9W0pU Skinfix - 2% BHA Cleanser - howl.me/ch5h1FUnhXO Three Ships - Awake Rose Hydrosol Toner - howl.me/ch5h1HiHLm0 Dr. Bronner’s - Hemp Pure-Castile Soap - howl.me/ch5h1Hn0Bhm Juice Beauty - Hydrating Mist - howl.me/ch5h1GlS9Tv Bubble - Bounce Back Balancing Toner Mist - howl.me/ch5h1HsNLwQ Pyunkang Yul - Essence Toner - howl.me/ch5h1GRP1dI Jin Jung Sung - Soothing Moisture Skin Essence - howl.me/ch5h1GXrNPt SK-II - Facial Treatment Essence - howl.me/ch5h1HmE17w Dermatica US - dermati.ca/f50cb6 UK - dermati.ca/b68 Agency Skincare Customized Dark Spot Corrector Oke Henriksen Strength Trainer Moisturizer howl.me/ch6cTa6Y6AA Peach & Lily Lactic Acid Serum: howl.me/ch6cWpcqHli The Ordinary Pycnogenol howl.me/ch6cYChxmZc Biossance Squalane Oil: howl.me/ch6cVPTJrKe Isntree HA Watery Sun Gel Sunscreen howl.me/ch6cW0Vjppp Iris and Romeo Weekend Skin SPF 50 go.shopmy.us/p-639398 Skin Better Sun Science SPF 75 howl.me/ch6cX8IzuOD

[@Amy-gn6zw]

I’m a saver all the time, sis ❤

[@МехрибанБали-э1с]

Can you pleaseeee explain if we need sunscreen in winter and what strength???❤

[@irumkhan3381]

Cassandra Bankson. I don't think ANY other skinfluencer gives reviews like cassandra. She is the only one that goes into the ingredients list in such depth and although she isn't a doctor, she has alot of skin experience and I would absolutely trust her word above any other product review. She is the ONLY review that will give me what I need !!! The full scoop. The background. The story. The product. The ingredients. Alternatives. And the final word. Queen B

[@markwallace3787]

Preach! Completely agree

[@deeporter7369]

Don't forget Dr. Dray. She is a Board Certified Dermatologist who gives great practical, no nonsense skincare advice. And she takes the viewers along on shopping trips to find affordable options. She also goes into the extensive ingredients list with explanations...

[@irumkhan3381]

@@deeporter7369 very true and dr dray is fantastic. But she doesn't give us the scoop, the story of the brand, any gossip, and the acne perspective.

[@deeporter7369]

You're right. But love her shopping trips. Cassandra is awesome.

[@armywifey9653]

Gothamista is also up there on this list. She is my holy grail.

[@courtneyhunnicutt3303]

Cassandra I credit you for pulling me out of my horrible Postpartum depression. I sadly am also bipolar and it hit me so hard. Watching your videos motivated me to just get up and wash my face. Those 2 minutes at first saved me it made me give myself a few minutes for myself it made me start feeling like myself again it made me give myself love even when I didn’t love myself which in turned made me love myself. I now take a lot longer lol and though I’ve been all over the place trying different things going against the rules it’s been amazing for me and I only did it because of watching your videos.

[@RUTUMA]

I hope you're doing better! 💖

[@quinnmitchell6274]

I had a similar experience. I’m also bipolar, and I was suffering from long COVID, unhealthy weight gain (not all weight gain is bad), and lots of physical issues. I was in a lot of pain, and I was dissociating from my body and isolating. Getting into skincare pulled me back into my body. It’ seems so small, but feeling better about my appearance, focusing on the sensorial experience of different products, and learning about skincare science was so helpful. I’ve been able to improve my acne and rosacea tremendously, as well as adopted a healthy sunscreen obsession (which considering I live in Arizona we do not talk about nearly enough). It also helped me feel more empowered about working with doctors on other issues. I’ve come so far in the last year, and it started with skincare. Skincare is all about small, consistent habits to effect large change, and it’s such a powerful metaphor for so many other things. I wish you all the best, friend. Mental heath is SO hard. It’s a journey, and I’m glad you are finding healthy coping skills. Cassandra, thank you for this channel and your work. It’s really important what you are doing here.

[@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory]

I've been in that place and skincare-self care saved me in many ways. Keep up the amazing work you're doing for yourself. Know that recovering from episodes like this is a long journey and as long as you keep going, you'll get some stability soon :)

[@guest4888]

Hope you are feeling better

[@billyjean3118]

I hope you’re feeling better ❤️ I’m not a mother but suffer similarly and a lot of life events just disrupt my mental peace in ways that’s hard to imagine.

[@alihammoud7206]

Cassandra! did you hear about Dr.Shireen Idriss's skincare line, Pillow Talk Derm Skincare? We need a review!

[@graceelizabeth130]

Cleanser - Save Toner - Save, you don't really need it. The Ordinary, Boots ingredients and The Inkey List have good budget ones Essence - Maybe splurge e.g. Jin Jung Sung Serum - SPLURGE

[@NLM-ec5rv]

I really love your channel. I was one of those people who believed that a higher price tag meant a better and more effective product. Now i have a routine that is effective and budget friendly. Also, my face has never been this clear and dewy. I live.

[@jrebecca0195]

I just started using the Elta MD sunscreen for my face and I love it! It costs a bit more than what I would normally pay for a facial sunscreen, but it's totally worth it! It's fragrance free, absorbs quickly, doesn't clog my pores, and it doesn't sting.

[@liilykh4n]

Ever since watching your channel I’ve been researching the ingredients in products and taking my time choosing the right one for me rather than just searching ‘serum for __’ and I must say my skins improved so much, thank you! Absolutely love your content❤

[@EGGrun]

Hi Cassandra, I just wanted to thank you for all this skinformation 😅I just built a routine for my mom from scratch under 100 bucks ❤️ I really hope it works for her

[@natalieburton6235]

I would just like to say thank you to you Cassandra for putting me onto the Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner, it's honestly has become a staple in my am and pm routines. My hydration game has never been better. Your recommendations are always great, but this essence toner has been game changing. Xx

[@palestar828]

You must have liked my comment that I left yesterday on one of your recent videos about this very thing. Lol. I was telling you this is the reason why I watch you! I don't have much money to spend, so to have affordable options is very helpful!

[@sallyhealey]

Cassandra, PLEASE make a skincare routine for people in their 40s who want to age gracefully (help minimise wrinkles) who has redness, hyperpigmentation, acne scars and still get pimple and blackhead, PRETTY PLEASE 🙏 🥰

[@fanfox40]

Yes please!!! 🙏

[@marambabilli5075]

This is some information that I learned from her videos that might help u Apply that Sunscreen everyday as future u will thank u Use retinoids as our body decreases the amount of retnoids after our 20s, so applying retnoids will help witb decreasing wrinkles I also have acne and I use salacylic acid which helps to reduce it but becareful as salacylic acid will make your skin more sensitive to the sun so make sure u apply sunscreen And what personaly helped me alot is using a cleanser everyday as it helped alot with my acne, hope this helps

[@mendmrw8752]

the only skinfluencer i'm still following 2+ years into the pandemic!! thank you as always for your *priceless* advice

[@queenmejc]

I always love your honesty about these products. It's so refreshing.

[@karleyjojo]

I LOVE Agency. It has transformed my skin like nothing else I've ever tried. And I've tried A LOT!

[@marit6164]

Please do a video on home skin machines❤️ Love this video, so much great info!

[@Lady.Lynn.Z]

Aside from the knowledge that I reap from each video, I really loved your tone of "Bye" at the end of this one. 😘❤️

[@emberdiosa]

Aahh!!! Love you so much, Cassandra!! I'm completely obsessed with my new K beauty essences you steered me towards 🥰🥰🥰

[@evewhite5879]

Omg the first product you have shown that I can purchase in NZ and I already use it!! The Heimish All Clean Balm is amazing.

[@AdotJdotB]

PLEASEEEEE do a video on skincare tools! I'm so curious

[@samf8887]

Best part was puppers what a sweet baby ♥️ thank you for the valuable info 🙏

[@jessicagainey7671]

I would LOVE a video on skincare devices that are and are not worth the price tag! That would be awesome 👌

[@itsfuntime5844]

Me tooooo

[@yanatee1155]

7:35 After watching this video, I actually ordered Pacifica moisturizer because I needed one anyway. I am so glad I did, it is so good 👍🏻. Thank you Cassandra 😊

[@orladarcy2924]

Yes please to the Save Vs Splurge for skincare devices!

[@ediepsych]

Thank you for mentioning which skin care products to save or splurge on.

[@Lisaloo66]

One of your best videos! Peach and Lily Treatment Essence is 1/2 off today Saturday at Ulta! 🎉❤😮😊

[@kyrar.j.4856]

Oh my god! XD That short with the furry editors and the "in the arms of the angels" in the background, you killed me to today, holy crap! Seriously though, I love your content and your sass. Keep up the good work, and know that your hair looked very bouncy and beautiful today in my humble opinion (though it always looks fantastic, especially your natural curls)! Love you big sis 😘

[@meerimegemberdieva7268]

Cassandra, please please please do a video for a super sensitive dry skin with rosacea( vascular rosacea!!!!). Like what products are safe, NEEDED or should be avoided. What ingredients to look for, what products I can use from the ordinary, actives that I can use(I want to try actives like azelaic acid, and peptides , but very afraid if my skin can handle them). You have so much on your channel but I am still confused about what I can really do with my skin type and its concerns. And thank you for your videos , and the knowledge you share!!!!! So informative and helpful that we are so lucky to learning it for free. Stay safe!

[@emilyapril5097]

Omg! Yes I want the video on skincare tools!!

[@sheenaldeo]

I love it when I see her talking about items I already use from kbeauty. Makes me feel like I’m doing some thing right lol

[@GOLDENEstate41234]

ahaha sameee gurll

[@graceelizabeth130]

Okay this is exactly what I wanted. Thank you Cassandra!

[@stephaniegrehan9084]

My luxury item is one of my cleansers - Aesop Parsley Seed oil cleanser. It's the nicest texture, glides on great, smells great, emulsifies like a champion and leaves the skin very happy. (it's one of 6 cleansers I own though, so it doesn't run out too quickly). And I just bought the Pyunkang Yul toner as recommended as a cheapy amazing option!

[@Revolver258]

You are glowing!!

[@avaquinn6244]

GREAT video! Loved it...so many terrific recommendations 👌 And, yes please, to a video on devices! Can't wait for that! 😘

[@charlesdavepacheco8645]

Cassandra please make a video about products from Good Molecules! Would love to hear your thoughts about it. Also, recommend us what are the products that you'd highly recommend. Thank you and stay beYOUtiful!

[@NiceButBites]

Yes, please do the video on the tools!

[@e1067]

Loveeeeee thissssss❤️❤️

[@SLSpencer]

I use an inexpensive cream called Illiyoon ceramid ato concentrate as moisturiser- this has holy grail status in kbeauty and then I focus on good serum ingredients that target my skin concerns. First treatment essences are a treat and essences come in mist bottles too which I love. Sunscreen- i use La Roche Posay the light one.

[@savyt.8498]

Peach and Lilly❤ Recently picked up a couple of their items at Ulta. (they were doing a mini kit too) I’m hooked.🤩🤩

[@caroziel165]

Thank you so much! There are two product categories I'd love to hear about from you: face oils and overnight masks 😊 This is my "feel fancy" step in my skincare routine and maybe you have recommendations for acne prone skin?

[@mayadeslilas]

My routine Oil cleanser (coconut)= < 5 euros Cleanser= < 4 Retinol = < 35 Vit c=

[@karenharvey112]

Love your videos you have changed my skin for the better 🙌🙌 I’m in NZ and we are limited for brands here… any chance of a the ordinary and the ink key less video… for someone over 45… who gets hormonal acne ??? And wants to fight laugh lines??? I would love This 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💚🥰🥰💚🥰🥰

[@kimjohnson8471]

Guacamole yes! Always and forever ♥️

[@kathylanigan6745]

I love you! I think a video about light therapy devices of different sizes, and manufacturers would be extremely helpful. I don't have a clue as to what I need as a 62 year old with advanced signs of ageing. Please help.

[@jacqchurchm2293]

Yes please more on devices!

[@aliciadelcoco9090]

Oh yes, PLEASE! Do a video about devices!

[@bonstar50sLife]

Yessss would love to know what devices you recommend.

[@janicewright8139]

So I just removed SKll from my shopping cart. Thanks Cassandra😊

[@daniachebib9351]

i livvvve for your content ❤🎉 thank you this video is super useful !!

[@ton4encento]

my favourite moisturiser is the NIVEA Sensitive Night Cream, I do not care that it's 2 bucks, I use it under retinol, I use it over the ordinary's buffet, I use it on it's own when my skin is angry. I am willing to splurge on sleeping masks, I need that moisture sealed innnn, babyyy

[@krystalwalther8621]

Cassandra id love a talk on Dr LeWinn’s 💕

[@SandySanderlin]

The 9% BHA spot treatment from Paula's Choice is worth every penny.

[@ubemon]

I only spend money on tretinoin, azalaic acid, vitamin C and sunscreen. The rest of my routine is pretty basic and cost effective

[@parisinthe30sx]

May I ask which vit c and azelaic acid use

[@Rosiew86]

Your top is beautiful!

[@heatherchando5873]

*LIKED* thanks for helping ya girl out!

[@kathybondi4143]

Such a great and useful video! Thank you

[@sophiagray3191]

I only "splurge" on my serums. My sunscreen costs $4 at Aldi, hallelujah for Australian sunscreen standards 🙌😂

[@riohenry6382]

My BHA is $40 (Paula's Choice) and my Vit C is $40 (Timeless) - (all Canadian $ incl shipping) so I go economy whenever possible

[@allisonhancockpresley6247]

Please do the device video!!!! Great video as always!

[@samh1546]

Save: Cleanser, toner, sunscreen, spot treatment Splurge: Moisturizer, serum, essences, oil

[@kaitlinkeyworth7562]

Yes please with the device video!!!!!!!

[@lisafromthboonies]

100% pure Australian tea tree oil is the best spot treatment I've ever used in my life - nothing EVER worked. It's like $12, 100% natural, and flattens a pimple literally in a few hours. One application with a q tip and it's dead - nature is amazing!!

[@lajdra008]

Love from Slovenija... allways great videos... big huxxx from Ljubljana

[@juancarlospalma9001]

Cassandra maybe doesn’t know but she actually does philosophy of skincare omg

[@alexisallam]

Great video! Can you please do a video for establishing skincare for men. Also please do one about acids how much acid is too much and how to create a routine using different acids.

[@Morpilin94]

Yes pleaseeee for a skintelecual devices save or splurge!!!

[@manderpandersalamander9977]

Shared for the fur babies! 💕 🐶 🐱

[@whoah567]

Would love to see a review of the Attitude sunscreen sticks. It is vegan, cruelty free, and in paper packaging.

[@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory]

Awesome info!!! I recently got a wonderful smelling and feeling cleanser (avanti's blue gel) in my boxycharm, but was devastated to see it was actually $110 retail (was this the one you were referencing lol?), thinking I'll never be able to afford such a nice product...then I read the ingredients, lol they even put dimethicone on the "star ingredient" list, so I knew something was up (I actually like a smidgen of dimethicone in leave-on products, but it ain't no star ingredient lol). Turns out it is a perfectly fine cleanser with a really nice smell & lovely touch feel (hi dimethicone), but it's mostly sold to subscription boxes, so they jazz up the price ridiculously. I am using it up ofc, it's a nice "spa experience" product, but happily sticking to my good cheap hydrating cleansers that are 100% as effective. Well, actually the cheaps are better at hydrating, but since I have large pores I always get oily skin products like this, some of which are fantastic for smoothing if they get layered under other moisturizers, btw.

[@romarioseaton168]

You just earned a new sub 😊

[@CatNagTaylorsVersion]

CASANDRA STAYS SLAYING

[@sabinajoh]

I just got some new skincare and I have to share: I have dehydrated acne prone skin The versed blemish calming cream cleanser! MY SKIN ISN’T GETTING AS DRY OR OILY DURING THE DAY i’ve never rebought a cleanser but this might be the one The versed dew point moisturizer! Really easy to spread and absorbs quickly ( I jse Haru Harus rice water toner so that might contribute to the ease of spread) Saturday skin Yuzu sleeping mask! I love this shit (if you buy ss on stylevana you can get their styff for under 20 bucks) I also got a Bakuchiol eyecream from Haru Haru (also stylevana) and it’s nice

[@racheldelvalle9858]

It makes me anxious to see those people touch their skin with the dropper 😭😭😭😭😭

[@hazecliff7173]

Moisturizer. Spend more on moisturizer. Go with cheap but high quality Japanese or Korean sunscreen.

[@marykaramitsou1868]

Good morning from Greece! Please, please make a similar video for the devices!😊

[@tyresseferguson2462]

Majority of skincare creators who's done a video like this says serums is where to put your money. Hyram have also said he put his money on sunscreens as well.

[@Hey_there_its_hanna]

Things Cass made me buy XD I love love that Jin Jung Sung essence. So worth the money spent

[@hannahtryon794]

I would love a device video!!!!

[@DRVenard]

I am all about saving my MON-NAY rock my world bay-beeeeee😆😂🤣 Hope all is well, and talk soon 💗❤️‍🩹🥰🦋🕊💗🦋🕊❤️‍🩹🦋🕊💗

[@travishilden3604]

On your Forreo Charging moment. Go buy a cheap $10 philps electric face razor. The charger fits perfectly! I've had both the ufo and luna 2 for over 4 years, lost the charger ages ago. 😎

[@DiscombobulatedKluska]

Hi Cassandra, have you reviewed Saint Jane skincare before and if not, I'd be really interested in seeing one! 😊 thank you for everything you do btw!!

[@lillianbrown2442]

A video about what gadgets are the best investment would be helpful. Ive been thinking on investing in red light treatment for pain and weakness in my hand and arm as i hear its good for pain as well as anti ageing

[@evelinatoteva]

Hiii, could you please do a review of the light therapy hats/helmets? Are they even working (the at home versions), and if yes - which one should we use? Thank you so much ❤ Struggling with hair loss is a nightmare 😭

[@TheSarahCakes]

I cry when people tell me they spend over $200 on their regular skincare, especially when I am the frugal person who buys $8 Target toner

[@lygophilia4127]

Right, my current routine products range from $9-30 (and the $30 one will last a year), and it gets close to $150 over the course of a year, and that is enough to make me cringe. I wasn't doing anything for anti-aging or acne/hyperpigmentation in my 20s, but I probably usually only spent $10/year then; wash and go.

[@TheSarahCakes]

@@lygophilia4127 Majority of my products aren't for a specific "issue", granted I have some acne and anti-aging stuff, but nothing is specifically for one issue. The most I have spent on a single product is maybe $20? I usually stick to generic and off-brand products

[@leeshaolivier9298]

Please do a devices 'spend or splurge! '

[@riohenry6382]

Yes !!! Devices ! I’m thinking of investing…..I’ve got wrinkles and sagging skin. I’ve got a feeling the sagging skin problem is only fixed by a facelift tho' 😂

[@luvuyomashalaba4689]

Thank you for this video. Please do the video on devices. Please please.

[@TishDeLano]

My fiance is soooo into pirates, but also, we're 40... So why was I thinking about getting bunk beds so we could turn the top bunk into a pirate ship like your son's? 😂

[@meganivanyos3232]

Still interested in led red light therapy. I’d love to hear what you think of what’s out there. Great video!!

[@moritz4923]

Loves it! But strange to see these stock videos / clips where they put the serum pipette directly on their skin🥲

[@ravenspadegirl]

Please review One skin 🤩🤩

[@jhonaleegardner3094]

I also use the pyunkang yul skincare products and the essence is my favorite

[@sammys1884]

Do a video for tools as well pleaae...

[@sandra-fr8hh]

Hi girl, can you do a review about The Outset products, please.

[@skincare_explorer]

FYI La Mer has a sunscreen 👀 In my opinion it's good to splurge on serums and essences with nice actives

[@jillymet]

Stretch my neck 😂😂😂Yes yes yes to a devices video please 🙏

[@serenideehope]

I was just watching a video from Tati (glam life guru) and she was partnered with a brand called Medi cube. She used a few skincare devices and I'm super curious what your thoughts are. Maybe you can do a reaction video and give us your personal & professional opinions on those tools. They are quite expensive so I want to hear you speak on them since you aren't sponsored.

[@MadamoftheCatHouse]

I remember Johnson's pH 5.5 facial wash from the 90s. Is it any good compared to today's products?

[@aleksandrafischer6720]

Both La mer and Chanel have sunscreens and tinted moisturisers as well 😅

[@julianapadilla9926]

Please review Dr. Whitney Bowe’s skincare!