Skincare Routine - Sensitive, Acne, Dermatitis, Eczema, Dry, Dehydrated. lol.

[@CyberBarb]

Finally an intelligent, well-spoken, wise youtuber, who uses common sense and is not dramatic at all. Thank you, God.

[@TraceyHenley]

I know, right??

[@NatalieValentina6]

You may also like Mariah Leonard, if you haven't seen her. Mariah's a US-based, beauty YT, & though her esthetic is a bit different from Karima, their content quality is equivalent.

[@kromatic3610]

Where are all of my dry, sensitive skin girls at? 🙌 Karima, this video is a godsend. 🙏❤

[@avivamae5171]

Here re-moisturizing for the umpteenth time today!

[@ericavigil9567]

kromatic Here picking the flaky skin off my face. Jk! 🤪

[@sweatpantsprincess3239]

Yessssssss

[@mlayne130]

IM HERE BABY

[@karimamckimmie]

😘😘

[@sandynegron939]

You put so much effort and dedication to *every single video.* Its insane and as a subscriber, I’m really grateful (as corny as that may sound) The things I’ve learned from you have helped me Soooo much.

[@karimamckimmie]

Sandy Negron Thank you for this lovely comment! 😭❤️ I’m grateful to all of you that watch! 😘

[@rimun5235]

"Who needs silk pillow cases?" Me, black girl here. Satin and Silk pillow cases are a life saver for curly hair. I am also so glad you did not sell us a 15 step routine. I am almost positive too many steps are unecessary but it seems like everyone on youtube is on a 15 step routine. I have four steps and my skin is the clearest it has been ever. I am getting compliments from strangers and family (my family will roast you on everything, weight gain, pimples, etc). Routine: A very gentle barely foaming cleanser I bought from whole foods randomly (LOVE IT, but don't remember the brand), stridex pads, hydrating toner (a new thing to the routine, but helps my very very dry mouth area), clinique moisturizing lotion (I have strayed and regretted, a staple since my teenage years). I confess, sometimes I don't wash my face, but I tend to cook at home, drink way too much coffee and water. *Sips coffee at midnight*

[@katherineroulington4330]

Rimu N it is very individual. Gentle cleansers doesn't work for me, for example. My skin loves a good cleanse. The same with 15 steps :)

[@kimberlee533]

I think it's also an age thing. I just turned 40 and I feel like I need all the ingredients! I can not be without my Niacinimide, Retin-A or Differin, serums, vitamin c. Like I said, all the things!

[@MMLakhani89]

kimberlee533 I'm 28 and my skin loves all those things, too. Can't be an age thing, some of us just like being extra. 😂

[@beccaj8094]

Too many products can break the skin barrier and make the skin more sensitive

[@MMLakhani89]

Comrade Avene yeah, I'm aware of that. I dilute most of my actives before using them, but thanks for the unsolicited advice.

[@SV18yay]

Can we please see you take on the "boy beat" look - popularized by Beyonces makeup artist?!?!? I LOVE your technique for makeup application and think that this would be so interesting to see your take. Also the mask video needs to happen to complete my fix of seeing as many Karima videos as I possibly can. :)

[@SandySwaggyGirl]

SV18 yes, please!!

[@rubykemp4226]

Being honest, I thought your skincare routine would have been at LEAST 21 steps to keep your skin as glorious and glowing as it is. BOY, was I wrong, you’re flawless Karima, adore you.

[@youtubeangela]

Advantan Fatty Ointment (not the lotion) is life ❤️ saved me from some serious flare ups

[@PlugInKali]

Since you're dehydrated as well as dry, I think you would really benefit from a simple hyaluronic acid serum with vitamin B5, which then you can seal with your occlusive creams. You can find them at all price points: from The Ordinary and Hada Labo to Drunk Elephant and Skinceuticals. ;) I use and love the Toleriane Dermo-cleanser also from LRP. It's supergentle but effective, it can be used on the eyes, it doesn't have SLS or perfume, it only has 8 ingredients to minimise the risk of potential allergies or reactions and it also comes in a 400 ml pump ;) I've also heard really good things about the Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser from dermatologists like Sam Bunting and skin care experts like Gothamista, but I still haven't been able to try it for myself as it's not available where I live.

[@happysmiles4339]

Yes, mask video please!

[@karimamckimmie]

Will do 😘

[@GlitterRose09]

I love that you do not fill your routine excessively with redundant products! It's refreshing to see someone who is passionately about that skincare and truly knows what she needs and what she dont instead of using products because it's raved about. Thank you for introducing to us all these amazing products too :) it's also great that you love the product like an oil instead of the brand.

[@BeeKay4444]

KARIMA!!! This is one, if not THE BEST video I have watched on YT in the last 5 years! Such excellent advice here that can benefit so many. Good on you for taking the time to address these issues. Huge RESPECT 🙌🏼

[@Calvieyonna]

I love how u put everything in the description box ❤️

[@pregnantwomenaresmug]

If you're waking up with tight skin, have you considered wearing a thin layer of vaseline to bed? Vaseline prevents some 98% of trans-epidermal water loss and works amazingly to penetrate into the skin (Yes! It does penetrate the top layer of skin!) to help heal and aid the skin in holding on to the moisture it has. It's my secret skincare weapon. Love your videos, Karima! Also THANK YOU for having good, solid skincare information in your video. So many people make skincare videos and just regurgitate skincare myths or flat out dangerous tips. So thank you, thank you, thank you, for being so educated on this topic.

[@sweatpantsprincess3239]

I personally find Vaseline to be too drying on my face and lips, but it helps the rest of my skin not scar from scratches or insect bites! I'd recommend Aquaphor, which is basically a slimier and slightly thinner Vaseline.

[@ginahegarty8718]

I love the way you structure your videos 👍🏼 As someone that has super sensitive skin I’ve realised you can only change one product at a time. Change more than 1 thing and the process to find out what caused the reaction takes FOREVER

[@MMLakhani89]

I had this perfect, perfect skin all my life, right, and then suddenly those BUMPS you spoke about reared their hideous heads (figuratively of course, because in reality, they were so deep under my skin, I'd need a shovel to get them out). And I was so shocked because my skincare was so damn EXTRA and I was like, this can't happen to *me*. No way. Anyway, turns out I needed to exfoliate more and avoid heavy moisturisers. I'm one of those rare creatures who have the normal skin type and I had been over-moisturising and not exfoliating enough. It took 6 months but those suckers are finally gone and I can skip foundation again! Yay! Lovely video as always, Karima. And YES to a video on facial masks, please, those are the only things I haven't tried out yet and don't know where to start.

[@sarahs1212]

None of my friends or family understand my love of The Crown, so it really warms my heart that my favorite beauty KZbinr loves it, too. ♡

[@alexyoung6753]

You are my skin twin! So glad to have found someone with the same concerns 🤗😍😘 too funny- my husband knows not to touch my face, I’m a silk pillowcases convert as well! La Roche posay has a nice sunscreen

[@nabeelaparkar4227]

'Organisation, structure and lists. They make me happy'. That sums me up to a tea!! Loved every bit of this video😍

[@CoJau911]

Hey Karima, French viewer over here, the Lipikar Syndet has been discontinued and replaced by the Lipikar Syndet AP+ (and i can't find a difference! I think they just renamed it). It is very accessible in France. I will try to find an international link for you.

[@dawnmaguire2682]

We have it in Ireland too. I think the lookfantastic site ships to Australia.

Yes, it's True! We have the new version in Hungary as well!

[@Juliabuliaa]

Would LOVE the mask video. Your stuff is so well-articulated and organized, thank you for sharing!!

[@MariahLeonard]

This was SO informative and so helpful! We have a lot of the same skin 'quirks,' I'm definitely going to be trying your tips. Especially implementing the cloth!

[@colescreations1]

I whole heartedly agree with all of these tips. I suffer with all of these issues barre dryness, I'm combo. Eczema can be soul destroying. I tried all ointments, steroid injections, OTC treatments, elimination practices. My GP told me I would have to deal with it forever, and that these treatments were essentially like trying to put out a house fire with a garden hose....encouraging, right? 😑 I eliminated all grains, starch and sugar from my diet (keto) and within a week, all of my eczema completely cleared. I believe I had lived my whole life with food allergies I was unaware of. So worth having the prick test done!!! This will be the first summer in all my (cough) 38 years I won't be worried what others think of my exposed skin! Great video, Karima!

[@TheBrazenGirl]

The middle parting and gentle waves give me life😍 you look gorgeous!!

[@emmypatten9326]

Thank you for warning about the flashing lights... so few KZbinrs realize this is a horrible trigger for us seizure prone individuals! P.s. girl you’re glowwwwing! I use an Enjo facial mitt for my super sensitive skin... I swear it takes off every single micro atom of makeup and dirt! I break out badly if I stop using it. My skin has never been better!

[@emmapalmer7946]

Emmy Patten I find the enjo mitt and rounds too rough on my skin some days. Is yours the older green one, or the newer ones?

[@emmypatten9326]

Emma Palmer I’m unsure... I’ll look it up for you. It’s double sided- a rough body mitt on one side, and a softer face mitt of the other. The rough side is even too rough for my body... but the face side is magical!

[@emmypatten9326]

Emma Palmer I’ve just checked out the site... my glove isn’t listed, so it must be an old version. I’ve had it for at least a year I guess... still in perfect condition - it’s green, white and yellow.

[@karimamckimmie]

Yepppp migraine sufferer here, I know flashing lights bother many of us xx

[@karaaab]

I love the title ... 'lol' at the end haha. Your humour kills me every time. Also, how on earth are you so wise, Karima? Every time I watch your videos I hear something new and I am always so eager to try it. You are the greatest! :)

[@okamortsimmons1314]

Even though we don't have the same skin type, I always find your skincare series very helpful. We share basically the same belief towards skincare: be basic and be consistent, and that's very couraging. Other than skincare alone, I can always broaden my vocab from your videos. That's very informative. 🤪

[@jessicam7492]

With your skin care philosophy of minimal and clean ingredients that focus on hydration instead of harsh actives, I find it so peculiar that you haven't mention Korean skincare, as everything you stand for is literally what Korean skincare is. I have the exact same skin type and taste as you and last year I discovered korean skincare. Switching from Western brands (really expensive ones at that) to Korean brands literally changed my life. Although I don't do the whole 10 steps thing, I do think their products and philosophy is years light ahead of Western ones. Check out brands like Dr. Jart, Klairs, Sulwhasoo, Missha or Neogen. I swear you won't regret it!!

[@meagandrake2374]

Jess M Would you mind saying where you buy these products from?? I'm very interested in Korean skincare!!

[@lynnxu1344]

Yes please tell what products do you use

[@SebnemNacioglu]

Meagan Drake you can get them from Yes Style(website) or some are in Sephora like dr. Jart. I love dr. Jart and missha (we have stores in Turkey specifically korean skin care stores).

[@nogorl]

If you know exactly what you want then jolse, roseroseshop or ibuybeauti

[@zoyamerchant4872]

Glow Recipe has a bunch of different brands of Korean skincare!

[@shinyhappypeople9043]

thank you for mentioning that the simple routine is an age thing - it is - for my 20s, 30s and early 40s a routine like yours was perfect - cleanse, moisturise and sunscreen and my skin was good to go. I see young women in their 20s wanting to go in hard with the acids and i cringe, they're stripping away the top layers of their skin and exposing to sun damage - if a simple routine works - go for it - less damage to the skin that way. Yes, at different periods of our lives different routines work, but often - less is more.

[@nonlivingworld]

You are a saviour Karima. Thanks for being on youtube. Also, any tips or idea on how to fix/lighten dark lips and dark area around mouth for Indian/Asian skin tones? Anything would help. Thank you! cx

[@RatuLubis]

Look at your skin 😱😱✨✨✨✨

[@annasonnenblume]

I just bought my Armani to go cushion in your recommendation and I come to say thank you so much. 💜 I’m a combination skin girl but I’m dehydrated and sensitive, so I’m so into this video too. Love you and I hope you’re doing good. Xoxo from México. ♥️

[@frankasfavorites]

You are such a nice and genuine person! I really enjoy watching your videos and this one helps a lot! Thank you Karima! 😘

[@andreasanford8814]

Thank you, Karima, for this video. I have a lot of similar issues with my skin like very dry, sensitive, red skin, breaking out from all sorts of food and products.... but I seem to be headed in the right direction lately by many of the suggestions you included in this video too. Double cleanse beginning with the clinique take the balm off solid with a washcloth rubbed gently on the skin followed by a gentle cleanser has been key, as well as the Neutrogena water gel cream for extra dry skin have been game changers for me. Cleaning up my diet and taking out allergens helped a ton as well, changes happened in just 5 days! I have been enjoying some Pixi as they are gentle and more natural, their rose essence I like to use when I have a breakout starting and their glow tonic is a very gentle exfoliant I use about twice a week. I also dont react to their skintint which is great! I am currently looking for a daily face spf that doesnt give the white cast that doesnt break me out. Neutrogena baby sensitive skin sunscreen is one that works but is a physical block but white cast is terrible. I am trying some new ones like the cerave ultralight, and neutrogena hydroboost, and thinking about spending the dollars on la roche posay ones as I hear they are great for sensitive skin.

[@RaeOfLiv]

Great video! I've recently been trying to fix up my skin after some medication caused a lot of cystic acne, so excellent timing for me. It's also great to see you acknowledging limitations and making sure people seek professional help. I had extremely bad eczema when I was young and I think there's a good chance I'd be dead without my childhood dermatologist and the hospital staff that treated me.

[@thefrenchfrywitch257]

This was the most helpful video you’ve ever done! (For me) we have identical skin types and lip condition. Please do a mask video! I’ve become obsessed with sheet masks/ eye masks lately but I’m also hesitant to try new things because I don’t want to irritate my sensitive skin. Such a great video Karima! PS your skin looks literally flawless! xo 💗

[@sweatpantsprincess3239]

Pssst! As a fellow sensitive/dry, I find that clinique actually delivers with lip products. It's my go to brand.

[@NatPaoMolina]

Yess, ive been watching your old skincare videos over and over again waiting for thisss

[@baldevaronajannet]

Hi Karima! Im a long time subscriber and I must say, we are TWINS in everything! Even your allergies, eczema, dermatitis, dehydrated skin, the OCD, skin tone and etc. We are almost if not the same. Lol! I couldn't believe that Im hearing every information from you and I can totally relate. How is that possible? I dont usually comment but this time, I couldnt help myself. To be honest, all your brushes, favorite make up and almost every product that you recommend, I HAVE THEM ALL! Hahaha! That's so crazy right?! you are the only youtuber that I trust and follow recommendations. I really love your honesty and the quality of your videos. No one can beat that ever. Anyway, just sharing my love for make up, skincare and all sort of these and that. Im sure you catch my drift :) Love lots from UAE!

[@monetteathlete7078]

Karima...I was at chemist warehouse in Brissy near queens street yesterday and I saw the LRP lipikar Syndet. They had four but I bought two as I have never tested it before. Upon first use, I wish I cleared their stock. I like it a lot. And now am no longer in Australia. Thank you for bringing this to your publics attention.

[@marthabetancourt7183]

Yes please on the mask/treatment video! The SPF I'm hooked on is Josie Maran Argon Daily Moisturizer SPF 47. Feels like an oil based lotion, but on my dry skin it feels amazing. And I'm super pale so I love the high SPF.

[@moonbounce17]

It is so wonderful to see someone with a more simple routine. My skin is super sensitive and can't handle actives. I started adding a rosewater mist to up the luxury feeling a little bit, and it's agreeing with me so far. So I cleanse, mist, moisturize, and put on lip balm. For sunscreen I actually really love the Kiss My Face Face Factor spf30. It's the only chemical sunscreen that doesn't irritate my skin, and it's very moisturizing. Bought it because of Kiki G 😀

[@lydia4455]

So many new things for me to try! As for SPFs I love the bare minerals shield daily prep lotion, SPF 50 with UVA and UVB! So good and sits nicely under make up and DOES NOT PILL!!!! Thank all the beauty gods for that!!!!

[@gd6367]

THEY HAVE THE LA ROCHE POSAY LIPIKAR SYNDET ON ADOREBEAUTY!! Please like so Karima sees!!!!!! :)

[@karimamckimmie]

Grace D I bought a whole bunch of backups already but it looks like it’s being discontinued soon xx

[@LaRochePosayAUNZ]

Karima, we're delighted you're a Lipikar Syndet fan! Happy to confirm it's not being discontinued. Thank you for your support 💙

[@USER-cn6uo]

If you want to get the morning down to three steps, this dry, dehydrated girl has loved the Replenix sunscreen moisturizer for pretty close to 15 years. A chemical SPF that doesn’t irritate my skin. It’s a huge tube, great value for the money, moisturizing and great under most foundations. I cannot live without this stuff. They also have a Serum CF that I’ve used for 15+ years and love it. Because it has caffeine, it helps with redness

[@MLauraJJ]

Dear Karima, more skincare videos please. Sincerely your followers. Ps. Thank you for puting so much exellent info into every video you make. I always learn the most from you

[@cherrylanemonroe1082]

OH! Karima, thank you for your "standard tips" that got me thinking and will seek help for my kid's allergies.

[@thebooklife7271]

karima: i’m not wearing foundation or concealer rn :) me, with acne and dark under eye circles: wtf are you kidding me?? edit: I KNOW it’s just part of what makes me human... lol

[@MJ-hr5ok]

FINALLY KARIMA! I've been waiting for an updated skin series and this exceeded my expectations. From a fellow green-toned, eczema-prone, dry skinned gal.... THANK YOU!!! I LOVE YOU.

[@shanicegreen4007]

Girl, I suffer with chronic eczema so I feel you on a level. 💕✨ I love your channel.

[@DiloreDussanZ]

Karimaaaa, PLEAAASE mask and treatment video!!! You're sooo AMAZING and thourogh that we need your wisdom on this topic!!! Love you ♡

[@MissIV]

Yes! Lip balm is life! And yes, I’m a pale red head who can’t wear sunscreen because it usually upsets my skin... I’ll have to try these options! I’m so excited I’ve found another dry skinned goddess!

[@anahitam5060]

I LOVE your videos! so through and complete! WOW! So different from other you tubers. Karima you're awesome and thank you!

[@annajessen]

I used to have terribly dry lips up until a few months ago. Turns out it was milk-protein allergy. 26 years of having the most chapped lips, my best advise is to only use a moisturizing lip product twice a day, morning and evening. Otherwise your lips can kind of get too "wet" which eventually gave me dermatitis around my mouth. So yeah, with persistent skin issues you could try to cut out different food groups for a week at a time to see if there is a difference.

[@jordanjane3904]

Karima I think you'd really like the "To Save Face Superscreen SPF 50+" by Mecca. Super light weight moisturizery kind of feel, no sunscreen feel or smell what so ever! and works beautifully under makeup. Your videos are always so bomb, keep up the good work girlfriend. Xxx

[@TigerLilyPearl]

Very respectable skincare presentation with EXCELLENT advice. After going through my "phase," decided simple and oldies are goodies. Also have come to love the oil in my skin, effortlessly dewy 😂 and antiaging. I do not wear base and am really bad about sunscreen, but I prefer the PTR powder screen when I do use one. And YES, THE CROWN 😍😍

[@ytreza27]

I definitely noticed the redness on your cheeks was almost gone! I did some laser for my redness/broken capillaries but I need to do it again. I have to wait for this fall though because they stop doing it in the spring because of sun damage of course. I adore the Crown and I had to idea there was a reason behind the weird waving! I do it all the time too haha

[@Leliforever]

-La Roche-Posay still has a product in their line called Lipikar Syndet AP+, which is targeted towards kids for reducing dryness and irritated skin, so maybe give that a try? -AESOP Camellia Nut Facial Hydrating Cream is a fantastic night cream if you have dry skin. It takes a while to absorb, so you can't apply makeup right after it. You need to let it enter you skin. -Bioderma Photoderm Max Crème. Best sunscreen if you have dry skin. It is quite moisturizing and it gives you almost like a "glow" when you put it on - I wouldn't recommend it for oily skin types because you will look more oily.I've been using it for years. It sits very nicely under makeup. It's a true sunscreen though, so expect a true sunscreen smell. Do not try the tinted version though. Loved this video so much. Watching other people's skincare routines with 15 steps and 3 serums and 2 toners blah blah blah was making me anxious, like I wasn't taking enough care of my skin! And whenever I enter a department store now that I'm 25, someone is trying to sell me something anti-aging related like "oh, honey, you're approaching 30"...

[@kimberlee533]

I think you would like the Nuxe lip balm. It is "occlusive" your favorite. I am using the Laniege lip sleeping mask currently but as soon as I run out I'm back on the Nuxe! It lasts forever!!

[@cobalong]

kimberlee533 Yes, Nuxe! Priceline stopped selling it a while ago, and then all Australian online stores were out of stock for month. My lips were dying with all the crappy substitutes!

[@kimberlee533]

I buy mine from the Nuxe website but I am in the US. I don't know of any other stores that sell it.

[@karimamckimmie]

I love the Nuxe one too! ❤️

[@jessicabrissette4531]

Informative as always! I too have sensitive skin. During a "calming mask" recently, my skin freaked out and turned purply-red where the mask was applied, it looked like my skin was burned. My poor facialist panicked and felt so bad. As far as serums, I love the Ordinary "Buffet" is definitely helped with hydration!

[@bianca3290]

You should try the Orlane magnificent lip balm!! It’s my favorite that I found that works really well to deeply hydrate my dry lips, but without it feeling sticky, and I like that I wake up with it still on my lips in the morning!! 💕

[@farheensayed5710]

I luv the way u talk. I find your videos are made in most natural unique way. I luv all your videos. Luv u

[@deborahh3861]

Great video Karima. I'm a really into skincare too, being in the cosmetic industry. Love everything you said, esp about physical sunscreen, I feel like people often get that wrong or aren't aware of the differences; and about not getting too down about your skin, yup everyone has issues at some stage and sometimes it takes a while to work out how to improve it. Trial and error sometimes. Thanks Karima

[@NiaLin]

I get tons of milia (superficial cysts) that sit under the skin & are hell to extract. Basically, I can’t remove them & their sack until they get inflamed. So, I also use Neosporin (the one w/lidocaine for pain relief) but I also add that 1% hydrocortisone you mentioned to the mix. My superficial version of a dermatologist steroid injection into the blemish. It’s a wonderful combo for my angry milia & inflamed hormonal cystic acne. I don’t have very product sensitive skin, so I also find that the No7 microdermabrasion cream is a godsend. I can use it 3xs a week despite having a genetic collagen deficiency disorder that leaves my skin easy to bruise, tear, etc; other’s might need to use it less. It’s been helpful for treating the milia, prevention of new congestion on my oily, mature, acne-prone skin type. It’s also helpful for getting rid of dead skin build up. The Clinique moisture surge is fantastic! I’m VERY oily due to my hormonal dysfunction & this soaks right in, doesn’t make me greasy. Neutrogena’s version is also a fave of mine. Cuz even w/super oily skin, I find that @ 43 yrs old, I do still need a good, non-greasy moisturizer post cleansing. Anyway, I think you’ve given us some sound advice, regardless of us all having different skincare needs. You & I are drastically different, yet we still have a few products & steps in common! Thanks for sharing this w/us. Wishing you a wonderful week darling!

[@Claudia_K.]

Yes, cloths! Since I am using just warm water with a few drops of tea tree oil and a cloth to cleanse my skin, I don’t suffer from these massive lurking acne volcanoes anymore. It’s amazing how my skin transformed and I’m confident wearing no makeup or concealer. The simpler the better works here, too!

[@avivamae5171]

Karima the bite agave lip mask is basically pure lanolin (with fragrance and resveratrol added) and you can buy a big 40ml+ tube of lanolin for around 5 euros. It's sold and labeled as nipple balm for women who are breastfeeding and have dry chapped nipples (ouch!) but it's literally the same thing as the bite lip mask and it's actually better for you since it's fragrance free. Fragrance (synthetic and natural) is an irritant and using a lip balm with fragrance (and other substances like camphor, menthol, essential oils, etc.) will make your lips drier so then you feel the need to apply more lip balm but then they feel super dry again so you reapply and it becomes a vicious cycle where the lip balm is helping you temporarily but hurting you in the long run, this process is called grease addiction. Try using lanolin and unscented, non-irritating lip balms and you should feel a bit better. I'm just like you, dry as the Sahara desert since I was born and eczema prone too, discovering lanolin has been amazing for me. I like to apply a thin layer of something very moisturizing to my lips like a drop of my face moisturizer, jojoba oil or a thin lip balm and then slather a thick layer of the lanolin on top of it and it lasts me through the night. The lanolin traps the more moisturizing product on to my lips and it creates a barrier to prevent transepidermal water loss, plus it feels great. I absolutely love your channel by the way! It's nice to see another light olive girl out there who understands my struggle to find a foundation match. I used to be much darker and recently I was trying to figure out my undertone and just couldn't understand why I was so green looking and the traditional rules for warm and cold didn't make sense for me. Hearing you talk about light olive and "being green" was such a "Aa Haa" moment for me. Thanks and

[@amandadobbs8637]

My favorite sunscreen is Clinique City Block spf 40. It’s slightly tinted to cancel out white cast. It looks beautiful & smoothing worn on its own, makeup looks fab over it & bonus- if you reapply over makeup & press/pat in on, your makeup will still look great. This product is fragrance free. I have super sensitive skin & tons of allergies & I can use it without issue.

[@madelinedeardorff1112]

Oh my gosh, I have been waiting for this video, I feel like my entire life. You and I have the exact same skin type and nearly the exact same skin tone, and I LIVE by your recommendations. I sooooo needed this video in my life, it was extremely helpful!! I would love to see a mask/exfoliation video, that is also among my list of concerns for my own skin care routine. Thank you!!!

[@gibbayyyyy]

I'm new to your channel but holy hell this was such a great skincare video! I'm going to binge the rest of your vids now lol. Would love to see another video on masks/other treatments as well

[@karimamckimmie]

Gabriella Asciak Welcome ❤️😘

[@sariankor4584]

This might actually be my favourite video from you so far. Entertaining and informative. I loved the polished presentation combined with the honest humour (how do I pronounce this word, the rewind, shush phone, who needs silk pillow cases... hehe) - nice to see that side of you :) and especially thank you for keeping it real at the end (everyone has bad skin days, and also LOL for The Crown chat). Super big yes please to the mask/exfoliant video. Thank you! :)

[@TammyYaKnow]

I have the exact same skin type as you and I wish I could use the Dr Spiller Cream but it contains a preservative I‘m allergic to 😫 Love your skincare philosophy!! Recently I had some bad dermatitis around my mouth and it was horrible... and you’re right, the only thing that helped was to go cold turkey on the skincare, I only used pure Aloe Vera juice and it went away quite fast Also I think you would love Korean skincare products! Maybe give those a try sometime 😊 Lots of love 💕

[@pb4531]

Best video on youtube! Presented in an articulate, knowledgeable but really accessible way. Thanks!

[@smashingpumpkin3]

Karima you’re hilarious :)! But on a more serious note couldn’t agree with you more about keeping a routine simple and introducing just ONE product at a time, so difficult but truly necessary. X

[@shelbyclark2480]

I absolutely love all of your videos! I always learn something new. Whether makeup technique or new skincare I come away with something new. So thank you!

[@katherinehickey1305]

The more i look into this moist healing the more it just makes sense! Pulled out my trusty paw paw tonight so let's see how we go!

[@TraceyHenley]

Dear Karima, LOVE your videos and attitude. My 17 y.o. daughter wants to go to college to study business, with an eye to developing her own cosmetic line one day. I’m going to start sending your vids to her for inspiration!

[@christinelopez5888]

When you said "mate", I lost it. Doesn't get more Aussie than that! 😂😂 Love from WA xx

[@perfumaphilia3246]

I love and share your skincare philosophy, and we also have a very similar skin type. And oh my goodness, thank you so much, I completely agree with you about serums! I even reject the word itself. "Serum" is a marketing term to make a product sound like a really special, almost magical potion that you apply to your skin. They tend to be watery versions of thicker moisturizers, and contain a variety of ingredients. They're good if your skin needs and benefits from some type of layering of products/ingredients because it allows you to apply several layers to your face without it feeling heavy. But the efficacy of serums depends on the active ingredients, formulation, and if your skin even needs inprovement in a particular area. But at the end of the day, so many of them are a waste of money. For example, a cheap tretinoin cream in an ugly tube that you get from the dermatologist is going to be more effective than a fancy retinol serum that's sold in a pretty glass vile for hundreds of dollars. Please, folks, don't get caught up on the word "serum", or for that matter, "essence" or "ampoule", and feel the need to go through a seventeen step skincare routine. You'll drive yourself crazy, go broke, and probably harm your skin.

[@danielatapia1533]

OMG! I was soooo waiting for this video! Girl, I feel you, I'm that careful with my skin, that's why I think It would be awesome if you could share with us, not only your face skincare routine, but your body skincare routine: what moisturizer you use on your body, how do you take care of your hands and cuticles, are you in shower oils, and what is your favourite body sunscreen, cause' I do get you when It comes to sun protection, face, neck, ears, hands arms, legs, even if my ankles are uncovered I will put some SPF on them fosho'. You are the best, thank you so much for always give as good quality content. Lots of love

[@floralhappiness]

The Clinique mineral sunscreen is so good! Get the body one, it has the exact same ingredients as the face version and it’s way cheaper (the face one just has an ingredient that makes the texture more fluid like!)✨

[@juliettecoleman8413]

Love this vid! So happy to see someone with a pared down but still thought-about routine (if that makes sense lol). I struggle with that dermatitis behind my eye too and also around my eyes which is always fun (plus i can't put advantan around my eyes uhh), plus some teenage PAINFUL acne so wearing makeup is always a challenge because you don't want it to flare but you never know what you might react to! Thanks xx

[@laurav2350]

I suffer from atopic dermatitis too, in my face and my body, and it is caused by the ingest of artificial colors present in almost every processed food. I try not to eat it but sometimes you can’t help it. Glad to find some advices!! I use La Roche Posay products too, and currently the face sunscreen I am wearing is the ISDIN Fusion Water with SPF 50. It’s great I love it 👍🏼

[@beckyb5361]

You are so genuine and a total gem!

[@Frasianfamily]

That bite lip mask is THE BEST balm ever for dry lips! Totally deserves the hype!

[@184JMC]

Yes! Yes! Yes on the Mask video PLEASE!! I'm confuse on when to do it in my night routine. I use the ordinary products so I'm never sure when I should do a mask & how often! I would love you to try out RMS products as well. It claims to create a natural light reflecting/dewy/succulent skin. Would LOVE your thoughts!

[@milanaspe1]

Karima you are fabulous. I love your philosophy and the respect you have for the limits of your own knowledge...and for sharing with us anyway! One thing that I wanted to comment on is the allergy panel - it is not well-known that there is actually a 50% (!!) chance of a positive result for food allergens regardless of a true allergy or not. This means it is useful to have a negative IF you have never reacted, but using it to discover allergies to things that haven't previously caused a reaction is not scientifically backed. Many people in health and wellness (including some physicians) don't realize this. So I would encourage a bit more research around panel allergy testing. Most allergists/immunologists (those with a fellowship after medical school and residency) will only test for foods that have a history of a previous reaction rather than a 'panel'. If you find eliminating a food helps with your skin that's perfect. However in the absence of a reaction to consuming the product, a positive on the allergy panel may not be significant (obviously please discuss with your healthcare provider first before consuming). And this applies only to food allergies by the way, not environmental. Thank you so much for what you do! Hands down my favorite youtuber! :)

[@sweatpantsprincess3239]

I'm so glad you made this video and listed your favorite products! Last year my skin changed (I turned 25), and I started experiencing really uncomfortable regular adult acne, often scarring and itchy. It totally changed my complexion- my foundations are for my pale skin, but with all of the redness I can't match anymore. My father has eczema and rosacea, so I know what I have is different, but I'm sure there's some connection. I finally saw a dermatologist last month, so right now my skincare routine is very light and focuses on that. I have the same skin concerns as you, though perhaps more sensitive (prone to rashes, exfoliation is very clogging and dehydrating, acids and alcohols are a toss-up, murad products destroy me). I have a morning cleanser, prescription. Clindamycine lotion/oil antibacterial. Over that I use a facial lotion from Cetaphil, which is the gentlest and most moisturizing moisturizer I've used, I keep coming back to it. Their body cream is also great for dry people. Maybe once a week I'll massage in a strong acidic cleanser (not salycylic- the other one), but then immediately rinse it off as instructed. For a primer I'll use the cetaphil, or First Aid Beauty primer for dry skin. At night I rub a layer of Albolene gel cream all over my skin, letting it soak up the makeup, then rinse my face and wash with regular dove soap. (Again, a gentle product that won't cause rashes.) Then I use my prescription retinoid cream, a small amount massaged all around the face. And, I spot treat emerging bumpy regions with the Dennis Gross Skincare Clarifying Colloidal Cream. I also primarily drink clear water and (should) change my pillowcases once a week, and seal several coats of my Cetaphil with an Aveeno hydration cream after showers. (I tried washing with cold water, but I just can't shower cold, not until July around here!) All that, plus keeping my nails really short and trying to not touch my face (using phone or even a spinner), has made improvement. People have commented about it! While I'm not at the beautiful skin of my early youth, I'm certainly healthier. Still looking for the perfect moisturizing cream I only need one coat of, though. :P I really appreciate you being so open and natural about skincare and skin conditions. It helps your viewers so, so much.

[@lisajayne5104]

Love this video. Needed the reminder of consistency 👌

[@kartika252]

My mum always told me the lesser products you use on your face, the better it will be. I haven't had any breakouts in my 28 years of existence. As for cleansing, I prefer steaming my face on sundays and cleaning with rose water and that really does the trick for me.

[@gwhitcom]

Aw, Karima, you are such a sweetie! I l really enjoy your frank and friendly videos! Great info, and the comforting feeling of chatting to a mate!

[@jackielopez9739]

That tip for congestion is brilliant. I am so going to try it! And I have used Vaseline for years to protect my breakouts and it works great to protect the skin while it heals.

[@tanshine17]

Wow! This video is so organized. Enjoyed it a lot Karima

[@bibix2]

I have those bumbs/acne you mentioned. They just dont want to go away. I would try your method but I think my skin is just too sensitive. I break out and get really itchy red skin if I use clothes or microfiber towels. Dont even get me started on makeup wipes.

[@ManMan-uk6zb]

Hafsa O. The only thing that saved me from comedons is a facial at dermatologist when she just physically extracted them. After first facial dear Lord my face became soooooo clean and no bumps at all!!! After 2 facials (second one was after 6 months) I don't really have them. I do this facial once a year and it's much cheaper than buying all the products that I used to buy to get rid of them. Where I live it's around 40-60$ U.S.

[@katherineroulington4330]

Hafsa O. It can be fungal acne too, people confuse it with closed comedones all the time

[@Users_rx]

have u tried chemical exfoliant like BHA? my skin was like yours years ago and I tried the paula's choice BHA and using foreo/clarisonic and do nose pore pack regularly.

[@1015SaturdayNight]

Hafsa O. I'm too sensitive for muslin cloths but I can use the bamboo cloths for babies. They are so soft.

[@toast7948]

I went to a dermatologist for these, first they had me try Differin, now I’m trying a prescription retinoid and it seems to be making a difference. Go see a derm!!

[@patriciapires852]

Your organization is flawless! We love it, thank you!! Love love love your videos, Like it before I watch it and they're great every single time!! Kisses from Brazil 😘😘😘

[@brookeb.9357]

Thank you yet again for a fabulous informative video! My day is complete now!! :D My spf of choice at the moment is the derma e mineral spf 30. I have extremely reactive and sensitive skin, also oily and dehydrated and this works great for me. I like to add a couple of drops of the glossier skin tint in medium to take away the slight white cast this leaves and it looks perfect!!! Have a great day and can't wait for your next video. XO

[@bekabeka00]

Re: SPF. I have gotten along fine with La Roche Posay Anthelios 45 and liked the Supergoop City Serum too, but I LOVE the Algenist Sublime Defense Ultra Lightweight UV Defense Fluid SPF 50. Bought it on a whim and completely thrilled with it. Doesn't bother my dry skin at all, sits beautifully under makeup, and I can't believe I'm saying this, but I kinda love the texture. No noticeable white cast and no funky chalky sunscreen smell either.

[@sarah-anneseagrave8509]

Mecca Cosmetica SPF 30 or 50. Super lightweight and made in Australia so it meets Auz and NZ requirements which most SPFs don’t! Giiiiiiirl you need to get on it! Sits beautifully under makeup too

[@meganfoaden3431]

Lovely sunblock(especially for dry skin): Heliocare SPF50! Yes to a mask video 🙏 ps. The "don't even think about touching my face" rule applies to my husband lol- glad I'm not the only one!

[@MrBeansMommy]

I also noticed a drastic difference in my skin when I added a cloth to my routine, who knew something so simple would make such an impact!

[@Emma-sl8ew]

My current favorite cleanser is the La Roche Posay Toleriane cleanser. It is so bland and not drying, and it has like a jelly kind of texture. I will sing it’s praises for a million years!!

[@BlkbirdCDN]

The Australia Gold mineral sunblock. SPF 50 tinted... It's all in use, under make up or on it's own. Stuff is amazing

[@annMarieL11]

You should try the NIOD SPF 30!! The only spf that it doesn’t break me out and a really nice consistency!! And it’s a physical one 🙈🙈