To say skincare is a journey would be an understatement – some weeks it feels like you can’t do anything right, other times you feel like a glowing GODDESS. The ups and downs can be difficult, but I want to tell you why I know the slow & steady progress you may (or may not) be noticing is worth the long haul.
A few weeks ago Brennan showed me a video memory on his phone and the only thing I could say was “WOW look at my skin !!!” Without even thinking about what he was showing me, what stood out the most was all of my skin inconsistencies. Dark spots were all over my cheeks and chin, acne scars, hyperpigmentation galore – ALL THE THINGS.
To be honest (after the initial shock wore off) seeing that video made me happy because now I can look at my skin today and see how far I’ve come since then.
I know I’ve talked to you guys for years (woah) about what I’m doing to combat my own personal skincare concerns with hopes they can help you, too, so this conversation is nothing new to our community – but what I want to say today that may be different than all of those other times is that slow & steady progress is still progress.
Looking back to my early 20s, I didn’t really care much about my skin unless I had a pimple to take care of. SPF was not a part of my daily regimen, being proactive about incorporating anti-aging products into my routine wasn’t even on my radar, and forget even thinking about fine lines – “I don’t have to worry about that for YEARS,” I thought to myself.
Now, as I sit here writing this blog post – a skincare love letter if you will – to you, my community, what I really want you to take from this is that doing your skin a favor today by being proactive with anti-aging products will only help you; your skin will thank you tomorrow, and everyday after.
It’s not always easy to figure out what is right for you and what will actually work for your skin; I get that. There’s a lot of trial-and-error, a lot of guesswork, and honestly just a lot of straight up work. It can be exhausting, frustrating, disheartening, annoying, expensive (!!!), and so many things.
WELL, my job is to make your life as easy as I can 🙂 so here I am with a solution that has worked for me, and I hope will work just as well, if not better, for you too! As a newly-turned-30-year-old, I feel like I finally have a grasp on a skincare routine that works for me, and I want to share the wisdom I’ve collected.
- Washing your face is a MUST, every night – no excuses!!! Always take care of your precious pores.
- Investing in a good toner, Vitamin C serum, + retinol is an absolute trifecta. You will be a glowing goddess stunning queen.
- A prescription-grade formula will take your skin to the next level.
If you’re curious about prescription grade options, let me elaborate 🙂
I’ve talked about Agency on my IG stories before, so you may already be familiar with the brand. If you are not, I’ll fill you in!
After they learn what your goals and pressure points are, they formulate your product, ship it straight to your door, and provide chat support along the way.
Your product has your name on it along with ingredient breakdown so you know exactly what is treating your skin. As you try out your product, your dermatology provider will check in to make sure everything is going to plan and you’re not facing any adverse effects. If your formula needs adjustments, your dermatology provider will work with you to determine what the best formula adjustments are.
I currently have Dark Spot Formula, and recently placed an order for Future Formula as I enter my 2nd month with Agency. I am loving my experience with the Dark Spot Formula and can’t wait to see how it continues to change my skin. Goodbye hyperpigmentation-from-too-many-unprotected-beach-days, you will not be missed! 
Now I can feel confident that my melasma mustache is gone, and the dark spots on my forehead and cheeks are diminishing!
The best part about trying Agency is that your first month is totally free – just pay the $4.95 shipping + handling fee and you’re good to go.
If you’re not convinced yet, let me lay out what exactly each product is doing to help me and my future skin 🙂
MY DARK SPOT FORMULA
– hydroquinone 4% (a gold-standard ingredient in fading dark spots)
– kojic acid 4% (decreases hyperpigmentation)
– azelaic acid 3% (fights redness and hyperpigmentation)
– resveratrol 1% (a skin-soothing antioxidant that fights hyperpigmentation)
MY FUTURE FORMULA
– tretinoin 0.005% (unclogs pores, improves fine lines, skin tone, texture and firmness)
– azelaic acid 5% (reduces hyperpigmentation, redness, and blocked pores)
– tranexamic acid 5% (fights hyperpigmentation and redness)
– niacinamide 4% (a form of vitamin B3 that fights inflammation and hyperpigmentation)
Another amazing thing to point out is these products can be effortlessly included into your already existing skincare regimen. No major upheaval to your routine needed – simply incorporate your formula into your PM routine and watch your skin transform!
Check out Agency here.
Let me know if you try either formula; virtual BFFs gotta stick together, even in their skincare routines!
xx
