What's up grils! I wanted to share a roundup of all the skincare I’ve been using the past couple of months. I picked these up at the end of March so it’s been just over two months of consistent testing. Since I love writing quick reviews, I'm gonna show one item every day. 

About Me

Skin type : Combo leaning dry

Skin concerns : Sensitivity, acne-prone, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and large pores

Climate : Mildly humid spring weather, nothing too extreme

Quick note : All of these products are fragrance and essential oil free. If I mention a scent, I’m referring to the natural scent that sometimes comes with unscented formulas.

So, Today I'm gonna talk about BENTON Fermentation Essence.

Rating : 5/5 Would Repurchase, Holy Grail

This one totally caught me off guard in the best way. I originally picked it up pretty randomly because I wanted to add an essence into my routine, but wow… it’s seriously incredible. I noticed a difference the very first time I used it.

Right after applying, my skin just looked and felt better, brighter, smoother, more hydrated, and with this soft, healthy glow. The texture is lovely too, lightweight, spreads easily, and leaves my skin feeling super soft, like I’d just used a really good sheet mask. It’s also just a really comforting product to use, hard to describe exactly, but I never skip it because it makes my skin feel that good.

If I’m ever in a rush and can only use two products, it’s this essence and sunscreen, no question. I’m curious to try a few other fermented essences down the line, but I already know I’ll come back to this one. Bonus points for the packaging is that the pump is super handy and gives me exactly the right amount (I use two pumps). Just an all-around gem.

Here is my last day-shelf!