Dermatologist's Favorite Skincare Products of 2022: Cleansers, Moisturizers, Sunscreens, & More!

[@katherinemoore1748]

So thankful for you! I completely changed my skincare routine this year; I incorporated daily sunscreen usage, vitamin c, tretinoin, and salicylic acid. My skin has never looked so clear, and this is coming from someone prone to hormonal acne and excessive oil production! Can not thank you enough for your videos! 🤍

[@DrSamEllis]

Aw this made my day! Love that you’re feeling more confident in your skin! 🙌🏼

[@Ohkeh640]

Can you tell me what products you’re using? I have oily acne prone skin too Using tretinoin every night. Using cerave cleanser and cerave moisturising lotion or aveeno moisturising lotion. What are you using? Xx The cleanser though I find doesn’t clean the best. I used Clinique facial soap for oily skin, it was good and removes makeup. It comes in a lid version now, but I kept the pump bottle and refill that. I should buy that oil cleaner to be honest for make up removal and sunscreen removal I guess. But the Clinique does really good.

[@katherinemoore1748]

@@Ohkeh640 I currently use: Morning: Dont usually wash my face in morning bc I wash it every night, so I start with Timeless Vitamin C (I love CE ferulic but a bit pricy for a college student like myself), Kiehls moisturizer, and Elta MD Tinted UV Clear sunscreen! Night: Wash face with skinceuticals LHA cleanser (I sweat consistently washing my face with this has helped a ton!), tretinoin cream 0.025%, and lip mask from laniege. I will occasionally use a BHA toner (farmacy green sweep) but not everyday. I used to be on oral spironolactone and it def helped but stopped taking recently (just to see how my skin would do off…and I’m still clear!). I like cereve products for my body but not my face but I do have very oily skin; I rarely deal with dryness (just to give you an idea of my skin type!). Of course, talk to your dr/derm but hopefully this helps!

[@katherinemoore1748]

swear** not sweat lol

[@natashawelsh1713]

Would love to see an updated rosacea skin care/tips video, including any procedures (IPL, skin pen, etc.) that you might recommend for people with rosacea. Thanks!

[@Jen-if2it]

Yes, please include information about v-beam laser and any other treatments for broken capillaries.

[@SK-fy8dl]

Thank you for making a year end favorites video that isn't limited to 2022 launched products! These types of faves videos are so much more helpful.

[@heatherlark717]

I'm a licensed esthetician and here's my 2022 favorites :) 1st cleanse: make p:rem safe me cleansing oil, KEYS soulcare cleansing balm 2nd cleanse: Naturium niacinamide cleansing gelee, beauty pie super healthy skin foaming cleanser, dermalogica special cleansing gel Exfoliants: dermalogica microfoliant, paula's choice 25% AHA 2% BHA Retinols: DermAware A+ smart serum (doubles as a vitamin C serum), Naturium retinaldehyde serum, beauty pie super retinol serum with ceramides Hydrating/calming serums: pyunkang yul calming serum, naturium vitamin k serum, paula's choice calm serum, aveeno calm and restore Moisturizers: DermAware blemish banisher hydrator, beauty pie triple hyaluronic acid cream, dermalogica calm water gel, naturium multi-peptide moisturizer SPF: DRMTLGY tinted mineral spf, isntree hyaluronic acid watery sun gel, cosrx aloe soothing sun cream And a giant shoutout to naturium lip balms

[@DrSamEllis]

So many amazing picks here 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@AuroraCarlisle]

My favorites this year: 1. Tretinoin 2. PillowtalkDerm Flash Mask (love this sooooooooo much) 3. Purito Sunscreen I also began getting facials more and it has CHANGED my skin. I’ve been using Tret since last September and still struggled with acne. Facials helped to extract my very stubborn clogs and clear me up.

[@tuesdaylover4202]

What is the benefit of using pillowtalkderm flash mask? How much is it? And when do u use it?

[@lkleeberg]

I’m in love with Elemis Balm Cleanser, melts makeup, doubles as a mask, doesn’t burn eyes, great smell.

[@frescazzz7536]

The Beauty of Joseon cleansing balm is soo nice. Gets off all makeup and no blurry eyes!

[@MissLollipopLover]

Some of my skincare faves are: - Dr. Dennis Gross peel pads (I am careful not to overuse them) - Cetaphil gentle skin cleanser (my beloved CeraVe started to burn my skin a bit, but this one is SO nice!) - Japanese Korean sunscreens! I’m from Canada and all the North American SPFs I’ve tried have BURNED my eyes so badly. 2022 was the year I discovered Japanese/Korean sunscreens and I am never looking back! - Aquaphor: sometimes I use this to seal in my eye cream, but most often I use it on my lips.

[@middlesismonica]

In 2023 I would love to see you do a review of the new anti-aging products in the Gold Bond line. I have been impressed with the feel and absorption of a few items I’m trying out now. They are so affordable and are fragrance-free.

[@jojo_909]

I love a foam/bubble cleanser and the Etude House Soon Jung pH 6.5 Whip Cleanser is amazing. It is a holy grail in the K-beauty community bc It's soo gentle, fragrance free and leaves my skin feeling clean and fresh. It's a great morning, 2nd cleanse or only cleanse on no makeup days.

[@veronicaivanova]

I need a new night winter moisturiser and just rewatched your older videos. You really make me wanna splurge on the Tatcha one 😅 also don't feel guilty for liking eye creams, I like them too 😊😉

[@mireillemichel7638]

Stratia is superb, their products are so well thought out et effective

[@axman2345]

I love seeing the Evy here. Love that one, too! I usually use Laroche-Posay UVMUNE 400 SPF 50 for my face (bought off Amazon UK, of course…) but when I’m concerned I won’t easily get to reapply, Evy is amazing.

[@michy2630]

I love Versed cream cleanser, Dr Ceuracle cleansing oil & Platinum skin care's cleanser. Love your content

[@muah688]

I love this! Can you do a 2022 favs makeup & haircare? All year ive been trying to use up all my not so good products to start fresh in the new year

[@21972012145525]

Same. I have a huge stash of new to me products that I’m trying to get through. I can’t say I’ve been making much progress though because I keep having skin flare ups that require me to go back to some gentle formulations.

[@vacationeyes6430]

A lot of Dermatologists rave about Rovectin products, but they trigger fungal acne for me. Ditto for Naturium glow getter.

[@cloverbyram9300]

I’ve used a lot of retinols but as a starter I used Neutrogena for 10 years and it worked without irritation. I stopped using to try other products but I would go back. Also when I stopped for ttc I got my first forehead lines within a couple of months for sure it works. Other ones I like Paula choice .3 and skinmedica.

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Dr Sam my skin is extremely dry, menopausal, rosacea and eczema prone, so my favourite cleanser is the Avene antirougours refreshing cleansing milk/cream. This is the one I can use during a rosacea flare with no issues. It takes off makeup (including mascara) and spf without drying/stripping or needing a second cleanse. Double cleansing can just be too much when the skin is already irritated I find. My retinoid of choice is retinaldehyde and I use the one from Geek and gorgeous (Agame). I use the Paula's choice omega serum under it and the clinical ultra rich moisturiser (or their soothing body butter on the face, neck and chest in the Winter) over it. I find retinaldehyde less irritating than retinol or tretinoin. The Avene retrinal is similar, but the G&G is far more affordable and works just as well. I use the Avene physiolift eye around my eyes - it also contains retinaldehyde. I hope that helps in recommendations for hyper sensitive skin in your clients and for those with seriously dry skin the Paula's choice moisturisers are the best I've used so far. Best wishes.

[@DaPoofDaPoofDaPoofDa]

Vanicream will always be my favorite cleaner; and Paula’s choice omega moisturizer or serum

[@paigekirk1164]

Kiehl's micro-dose anti-aging retinol was life changing for me this year!

[@vero2078]

Thank you for this video. For SPF I used both in the video though I must say for my dry and sensitive skin the one for Evy is perfect, it is sticky but it does not leave sheer and it is so hydrating. The Beauty of Joseon it is a bit or more stinging my skin, depends of the time of the month.

[@daryllperry1460]

QVC just had a Today’s Special Value of Sunday Riley and, oh my. I am in love with every single one of the products in the kit. I have never used anything from Sunday Riley before and my skin is very sensitive so I was sure I’d have to try one product at a time for a week or so but not so. I went all in and my skin has never looked better and it’s only been four days. Love it all! ❤

[@leeannlowery5064]

Products in pumps, Yes! Packaging that allows me to see how much is left in the bottle, Yes! I understand the effects of light on some products but a little strip on the side of the bottle where I can see how much is in there? Is that too much to ask? Well, maybe if the packaging is oversized and exaggerates how much product I’m really getting (like chips..) 😅

[@MKD825]

In 2022, I finally broke up with apricot scrubs (the infamous name brand, and the various generic versions offered at almost every drug and grocery store). I'm well aware of chemical vs. physical exfoliation, but admit to being caught up by both. My compromise has been Neutrogena All-in-1 Acne Control daily scrub with 2% salicylic acid. A gentle almost non-scrub scrub that will satiate those of us who feel compelled to physically scrub without the harshness of apricot husks.

[@leeaskew]

I love the Beauty of Joseon cleansing balm, does not irritate!

[@Ohkeh640]

Please do a video for oily acne prone girls who use tretinoin! Would love recommendations on cleansers moisturisers cleansing calms etc.

[@johnmichaelarnaud]

Ugh, I also struggle with the "this moisturizer is amazing until a week later when I get weird red pimples only on my cheek contour" phenomenon. Especially during winter when I feel the need to use richer products with more fatty components.

[@Mixedmakeup]

Thanks for including the glow getter!! So happy you love it Sam. 🥰

[@dididididididididdidi]

*Dr. Sam

[@alaska340]

everything that I've purchased from you does amazing job , even tho I have rosacea. Thank you!

[@vickygoode8695]

I’ve purchased a few of these items and love them as well. I am 50+ and have been diagnosed with melasma. I would love for you to do some sort of a review on that type skin products.

[@DrSamEllis]

So happy you’ve like them! I have a melasma routine video with lots of recommendations!

[@ashegar]

The Stratia Night Shift cream was a game changer for me and an instant holy grail! ❤️

[@Alexellis738]

I’m sure you’ve tried it but I love vanicream pro tip on Amazon they sell a 32oz of vanicream cleanser for like 24$!😍

[@loriroth2070]

I like the DHC cleasening oil. It has never burned or even given me any eye blurring. I saw it a Costco and bought it but I saw it I thought it was a cult favorite. I have a poor skin barrier and am I usually change up my face washing potions to avoid becoming allergic. I have used this for many years and have not had an allergic reaction to it.

[@Jettas20]

My favorite cleanser is Selfless by hyram cleanser and krave beauty matcha hemp hydrating cleanser

[@MF_Dubs]

Dieux serum and moisturizer has been a game changer for me. I also started retinol this year first with the weakest skincueticals one then the lowest dose tret cream. Beauty of Josen, Isntree, and SuperGoop unseen screen are spf holy grails.

[@NatalieG427]

I’ll tell you what I posted to other dermatologists on here. My all time favorite cleanser is Purity Made Simple Cleanser by Philosophy. They worked with doctors on the formula for this. It’s a gentle gel cleanser that removes all waterproof mascara and makeup without stinging your eyes. It cleans the pores & sometimes I even like to use that with my Clarisonic Brush. If you like to double cleanse, you use this as your 2nd step. This will even remove temporary Tattoos. It’s a best selling cleanser in the US. I refer you to the videos on here by QVC for product Info & demos. I’m 59 & have been using that for at least 20 years now. It’s been a real game changer for my skin. Also for a first step oil cleanser I love the Peach Pudding Makeup cleanser by Peach & Lily, in their Peach Slices line. I don’t wear makeup everyday but still like to do the oil cleanse sometimes.

[@PaigeJulianStafford]

Made Simple Cleanser by Philosophy is my holy grail and has been for years! I always go back to it. It doesn’t strip my skin, doesn’t irritate or burn my eyes and cleans every bit of my makeup. I rarely hear anyone talking about it. Such a gem!

[@KristinAnne327]

It truly is the best!

[@南菜緒子-v1x]

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[@kls6612]

2022 favorites are from the AIREMD line. Everything is so amazing and well formulated. If the RXR Retinol is too strong, you can mix it with the NMF Hydrator. My skin has transformed using this line. I alternate other products a few times a week to save some $$$ yet still get amazing results 😁😁

[@Steph44139]

I want to try the nmf hydrator. Is it amazing?

[@jt8142]

It turned my face red; both the Aire MD NMF Hydrator and the eye cream were irritating; whereas, the Vitamin C-FK Brightening Complex was tolerable.

[@amsr6187]

Stratia has been what’s helped me start my tret journey (the right way). I’ve tried for YEARS but with no avail - until I started using Stratia. No peeling anymore

[@ariannepine3157]

Hi Dr Ellis, thank you for the great video as always! May I also say that your blouse is gorgeous! About retinols: I started OTC retinoids last year and have been using the L'Oréal 0.2 retinol night serum (it's only 0.2 in the EU). Paired with a gentle cleanser, good moisturizer and not overdoing the quantity the instances of irritation have been minimal and I'm happy with the results (less and less breakouts, no PIH, flowing complexion) I find the base moisturizing too (I'm dehydration prone) The only times I have experienced irritation is whenever I was too generous with the amount I applied. I hope that helps anyone. Best wishes for the new year! ❤️

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you so much for sharing! Great to find a routine that works 💕

[@cindys.4234]

I tried the sunscreen Beauty of Joseon Relief: Rice + Probiotics SFP++++ this year and it turned out to be my favorite sunscreen that I will never be without!

[@georgiaroberts3039]

Alastin skin care is amazing!

[@morganmachala3554]

I love the Skinbetter alpharet! I would love to see a skinbetter video 😍❤️

[@lisagreenwell9178]

Skinbetter Science I love!!

[@xxbeautyblast]

I am someone who used Retin A for years, and although it worked wonders and completely cleared my skin, it was also quite harsh. Now that I’m in my thirties and struggle less with acne, I prefer to use the Olay 24 a few times a week. The ordinary retinol is also a nice gentle option for sensitive areas like the neck.

[@yukiaditya7352]

Which percentage of TO Retinol

[@savannahslopez]

Great video Dr Ellis! Very informative!

[@saxonkoyman4646]

I love the Zo Skin Health wrinkle + texture repair retinol! Sooo good

[@christinemack2153]

Happy Holidays! I keep going back to the Cerave Hydrating Cleanser for my "mature" skin. I'm a huge fan of the Joseon Sunscreen, Dermatology, and the Hado Labo Oil. Now I have more good ones to try, thank you!

[@ScienceNsoul3]

I feel the same way about the pump except on serums. At this stage in my life and skin care product availability I’m not using serums that come in droppers. The dropper thing is just so annoying to me that it takes away from my relaxation.

[@greenivy6580]

Ok so you asked for a tip on how to use Tretinoin without irritation and I have the solution. I am 47 and also have rosacea so I was only able to use it once or twice a week without irritation and would swap in a retinol on the other days...if I could. UNTIL I found the Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer face lotion. I went from one or twice a week to almost every single night with no irritation. I use this moisturizer morning and night. It looks thick, but it feels like a gel moisturizer and totally absorbs into the skin. I never hear anyone talking about it and swear it is a miracle worker. It is also reasonably priced AND if you want to try it before you buy the large size Sephora sells the smaller size for $19. I am 47 and have literally tried it all and this has worked the best. I use the Obagi Tretionin Gel .05% from my derms office...you will need a script or to buy from a doctors office. This combo is the absolute best and allows me to use it almost every single day.

[@brirose230]

Great video! Some excellent recommendations - just wish you’d included a vitamin C recommendation Dr Ellis! 🍊

[@bellasmith4321]

I am soo very grateful for your videos, Dr. Ellis. I found your channel this year, and I feel so much more educated about my own skin and various skincare products. My favorite product that I used in 2022 is Isntree's Watery Sun Gel. It's a Korean sunscreen that's lightweight, frangrance-free, and very hydrating for my dry skin. I hope to try the Beauty of Joseon sunscreen someday since it's so well-loved. Thank you for sharing your 2022 holygrails with us!

[@DrSamEllis]

Aw thank you! I really like the isntree SPF too!

[@lizjarvis8446]

I can’t say it’s a 2022 fave but I love Burt’s Bees Baby Bubble Bath for taking off makeup. It doesn’t sting the eyes and the mascara is *poof* gone! I’m also obsessed with Neutrogena Hydrogel SPF 30 as my day-to-day slap it on sunscreen. It’s nice and light and gel-like but I’m not afraid to hit the gym in it and sweat and shower it off unlike a $45 dollar sunscreen, like Supergoop.

[@susannahkeneda8692]

Baby bubble bath only has non stinging ingredients in it so that it doesn’t burn. It is just soap with a pain numbing ingredient. It is now J and J got ‘no more tears’.

[@emileejustine]

I have very sensitive skin and i have been loving the summer friday’s retinol serum! Doesn’t irritate my skin at all! I use it about twice a week-but I have actually been using the Beekman 1802 Dream Booster Bakuchiol Better Aging Serum and my skin loves this! Have to buy another bottle soon bc i spilled half of mine😖 I LOVE THAT TATCHA CREAM BTW

[@DrSamEllis]

That retinol is so good! And I think the tatcha cream is amazing for sensitive skin.

[@oliversmom]

Thank you Dr Ellis. You have the most gorgeous skin. And neck! Can you do Karam MD?

[@naxp42]

My skin couldn’t tolerate tretnoin and some other retinols. The one that I am enjoying now and seeing good results from is Selfless by Hyram Retinol Serum.

[@pausang7900]

This is my concern, It burn when I use Neutrogena Hydro Boost Extra Dry Gel Cream but it doesn't pill when I put the sunscreen, but when I used Skinfix Lipid Barrier cream it doesn't burn my skin but it pill when I apply sunscreen.

[@honeybeetome]

I'm loving the Dr. Ceuracle vegan Kombucha Tea Essence. It's sooo hydrating and my skin feels calm after using it.

[@unsoundmedia]

Totally agree! Makes the skin so nice and glowing without being oily

[@massimilianosaturnino7296]

I have rosacea and always suffered with a lot of acne this year I went for the strongest retinoid product tretinoin is really a game changer especially cause here in Italy it’s not a prescription product I can just buy it at the pharmacy I find that it almost never bothers my rosacea somehow it even improved it as I’m slightly less prone to flares

[@lindabarnhill1522]

I LOVE the Dr Dennis Gross Universal Peel Pads! I LOVE your videos; I have learned so much! Thank you!!!

[@MKD825]

Expensive, but I love Lancome Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Serum. It smells and feels amazing and I was sold on its "one stop shop" configuration: hyaluronic acid, vitamin C/Niacinamide, and Ferulic acid in one container, no need for vial upon vial of products.

[@thiliniserasinghe2179]

I thought you're going to tell about Dr Dennis gross universal daily peel as well😊 I recently added into my pm routine and loved it ❤ I love tatcha overnight recovery cream and the necessare body lotion too! Dr Dennis gross new vitamin c and lactic acid does miracle on my skin as well. Thanks for your honest opinion. ❤

[@tristansladyhawke]

I'm in love with the Joseon sunscreen. It feels absolutely amazing on my skin and works really well with makeup. I just wish it had a slight tint because I don't like using foundation in the summer.

[@drpeggyhudson]

Another awesome video, Dr. Sam! I love the Neocutis Lumière Firm Riche extra moisturizing illuminating & tightening eye cream. 🥰 12:54 Do you prefer the original vs the Riche formula? Also, my favorite retinoid is Altreno - I’ve used tretinoin for many years & switched to Altreno a few years ago. It’s such an elegant formulation of tret. Thank you for sharing such great content this year.

[@yukiaditya7352]

And that huge fiddle leaf fig on the background is beeyootifull.

[@karlaanderson949]

Paula’s Choice 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment works well for me :)

[@CAEO416]

Hi Dr Ellis. I bought Purito Relief Barrier Moisturiser on your recommendation and I absolutely love it. Thank you 💕

[@soniathegemini1593]

Somehow the Tatcha serum in cream treatment doesn’t work for me (combination oily skin and living in humid climate). I tried a sample & it just sat on top of my skin. Anyone else experienced the same??

[@martham7198]

Like you, I love Beauty of Joseon sunscreen. Also really like Maysama Green Roobios serum and Drmtlgy needless serum. All are products I first tried this year. Merry Christmas!

[@SaraAshley116]

I was so excited to try the Tatcha moisturizer especially since this one is fragrance free. But I immediately felt stinging and my neck swelled up. It was crazy.

[@mimibark4936]

I've been using an oil cleanser before wash for a couple of months. I loved it until I realized it was clogging the pores along my lower eyelids, causing a stye and little pimples. Is there something else you would recommend to remove makeup? How do you feel about micellar water?

[@xxcnd83xx]

Favourite cleanser: REN milk cleanser from their Evercalm range. It's my go-to 2nd cleanse cleanser, I've tried others but I always come back to that one (the anti redness serum from the same range is also one of my favourite winter serum, it's so soothing) Favourite Renitol: La Roche Posay, it was the first retinol I tried and my sensitive skin tolerates it well, it makes my skin looks brighter but also hydrated. I'm using the Cerave one now but I don't like it that much. Favourite toners: AHA BHA daily toner from Cosrx to exfoliate gently and the Propolis one to soothe the skin Favourite moisturizer: comfort ceramide cream by Cosrx, it's a thick moisturizer that I use in the winter. I've just opened a new ones last week when it was super cold. Other favourites: Clinique moisture surge mask, Cerave hydrating balm, La Neige lips mask, ROC hand cream, Cosrx sunscreen (actually most of the Cosrx products I've tried I've loved), Haru Haru wonder toner... From your list, I'm looking forward to try the cleansers you mentioned and the Tatcha moisturizer. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and thanks for sharing your knowledge with us :)

[@blee8607]

This year I changed to Retinal products and loved it.

[@gailkarabell7381]

Wishtrend has a lovely formula, gentle & very moisturizing. Korean product with Bakuchiol. Just want to say the Purito sunscreen you suggested is the best of the best. Absolutely luv, better then any sunscreen I’ve ever used for the face, neck & chest ❤

[@rooneybrandon]

So happy to discover this channel! I also started retinoids in 2022. First with CeraVe's Resurfacing Retinol Serum, which I only had mild irritation with despite having somewhat sensitive skin. What kinda shocked me is that I had LESS initial irritation when I upgraded to Adapalene (0.1%), despite it being a retinoid vs CeraVe's retinol (and encapsulated retinol at that). (I guess It's possible that that doesn't mean adapalene is less irritable, but perhaps my skin barrier was in a much better place when I started that vs. the retinol. Not sure but I'm sticking with adapalene either way.)

[@jasonginenthal7275]

I'm one of those people who incorporated a retinol (or rather, a retinal) into their nighttime skincare routine this year. For now, I'm sticking with Naturium's Retinaldehyde serum, but I also use Avene's RetrinAL eye cream, too. I'll stick with these for the near future, but I'm curious to try Maelove's Moonlight Retinal serum as well.

[@aurearodriguez4537]

I think you may like Peptide Toenadi Cleanser by Oganacell. It might be a Korean brand. Love it and it’s my routine daily. It leaves my skin feeling so clean

[@annaholthaus5323]

What are your thoughts on "once a day" sunscreens like P20? I tried it in the morning, was out in intense sun all day and didn't burn. I was shocked. But, is it safe?

[@brirose230]

Ok, I need some help please. I’m in my early 40s and have never used a retinol product. I’d love some recommendations for one that I can purchase over the counter (no Dr subscription needed). It also needs to be fragrance-free, cruelty-free and be suitable for sensitive skin! TIA!

[@jackiem.259]

I am currently using the dermalogica retinol and I love it. I still use only a pea sized amount but I don’t see any irritation and it feels hydrating and so nice

[@SakuraPinkPeach]

Hada Labo's cleansing oil has been my holy grail first cleanse product for the past 3 years 💛 I don't feel compelled to try new oil cleansers since discovering this product (though KraveBeauty's new Re-Wined is tempting me for the first time in a while!). Even though it's not a new release, Laneige's Cream Skin Refiner is my 2022 holy grail product. All the moisturisers I've tried, even the most lightweight ones cause breakouts around my mouth, and even when I skip that area, it tends to migrate downwards and create issues a few days later. The breakouts always resolve on their own a few days after I keep any moisturiser away from that area. It's made me really frustrated with using moisturisers at all (which I never really felt I needed throughout my life before getting into skincare), so Laneige's Cream Skin Refiner has been AMAZING at keeping my skin feeling moisturised and hydrated without me needing to put on a moisturiser.

[@DrSamEllis]

I absolutely love that laneige product too! Also tempted by the KraveBeauty Re-Wined ☺️ I think it’s a must-try for me in 2023.

[@21972012145525]

I’m so confused by that too...never needed moisturizers until I started skincare 🤔

[@daisy97229]

Try the Dr Loretta cleanser. It has a pump and is lovely.

[@laurenwong1977]

Hi, I have oily t zone. Can I still use the indigo night cream? Please let me know! ☺️💕

[@taifajlan3355]

Can you talk about facial hair bleaching and what is the best way to remove Facial hair please?

[@myrasgreen2631]

Thanks for your video, congratulations on your gorgeous plant I m trying to grow mine, happy holidays 🎁♥️🎄

[@Kbck781]

Hi Sam! I can’t seem to find the specific video now, but a while back I remember you mentioned breastfeeding and retinoid use and how it was okay. It’s so confusing to read about it online, just wondered your opinion again because I would love to incorporate it into my routine :)

[@korithompson3781]

I am Canadian so Retinaldehyde is very difficult to get here without a prescription. I have been ready to move from the over-the-counter retinol to a retinal and Naturium retinaldehyde.5 is really doing it for me!!!! Plus they ship to Canada for a reasonable price!! 😊

[@blee8607]

Have you tried Maelove Moonlight retinal serum? Seems like it has very good reviews, and they have free shipping to Canada if buying $50.

[@korithompson3781]

@@blee8607 That is definitely my next step! Want to make sure Im good with .5 before I step up to the 1%. Love all your content!

[@DT-wh4qr]

Loved the maelove retinal. Would like if you can review it!

[@carolinaquiceno9737]

Hi Dr Sam! Hope your holidays are going well and are restful! I love your recommendations and will actually be repurchasing the hada labo oil cleanser to try again, I tried it a long time ago when I was first getting into skincare and really liked it then. Quick question, not skincare related lol where did you get your watch band? I have been looking everywhere for something reasonably priced that still looks elegant. Thanks again!

[@patsyp2561]

The budget Dermatolist suggests using "Skin Hero Bakuchiol + Calendula Bio-Retional serum. I may give that a try.

[@sameekshamishra30]

Thanks for all the informative content… are all of these products safe for rosacea skin??

[@kimberlymccabe4566]

New to retinol this year! I have extremely sensitive rosacea prone skin. At your recommendation, I tried the Medik8 Intelligent Retinol 3TR and have had no issues! I don’t love the smell though, that’s the only drawback. :)

[@DrSamEllis]

So happy that it’s working for you!! Agree that the smell isn’t perfect but sometimes it’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make 🙃

[@MKD825]

I invested in Alastin (Ala$tin) Restorative Eye Cream. Feels great and not all that taxing on the budget if you choose to pay in installments. Honestly, I use sunscreen more for preventative purposes so it's hard to gauge if it's helped more than a less expensive product. I've since purchased L'oreal Revitalift Eye Serum. Previously, Roc. As many have said, not sure that an eye cream is all that needed when face products are safely applied around the eye area.

[@alexandershockey901]

would love to see you review softymo deep cleansing oil, i used to use the hadalabo but found this product for cheaper

[@wasssabbbbiiiieeee6717]

Would love a review of pillowtalkderm

[@stacywolfe4339]

I love my ZO skin care. Do you think it’s worth the money?

[@DrSamEllis]

If you love it, then yes!

[@skinloverbyvane]

Have you ever try Isdin sunscreens? I got some in Mexico and I like them a lot but I would like the try the US version as well

[@paramvir9594]

If you are wearing light make up or a BB cream on top of your sunscreen, how do you reapply? Do you put another layer on top of your makeup?

[@wumeng2800]

My fave is skinceuticals 2:4:2 moisturiser

[@DrSamEllis]

That is definitely a holy grail for so many of my patients!

[@hintoflavender6415]

I'd absolutely love an under eye care for dummies because although I'm getting better at the rest of my face, my under eyes are screaming for help- especially since it's winter and I live in a high UV,High pollution environment Right now I'm double cleansing with abalone and aveeno sensitive skin and using either cereve/la Roche posay for a moisturizer... and of course sunscreen. I'm using either vanicream 50 or blue lizard sensitive 50 right now. Still trying to fine tune things as I learn though. Do you recommend anything for very sensitive, dry, acne prone skin specially? I'm a college student so money is as tight as sleep but I'm trying my very best 😅

[@livdav7512]

Love all of these suggestions! Have you ever used the Dr. Dennis Gross pro facial steamer? I’m interested in buying it and would like to hear your thoughts. I know you really like that lines daily facial peels!! (I do too)

[@me011-j3c]

Do you use the Tatcha indigo during the day as well?

[@furchildmom]

I used to be the same way about applying body lotion daily, until I found this body lotion warmer. Putting cold lotion on warm , just showered skin gave me the ick. True Glow by Conair Heated Lotion Dispenser available on amazon

[@Paticakesallday]

I both that lotion warmer for several people as Christmas gifts!