I've been pretty happy with my skincare routine (day and night versions discussed previously), but have been looking for some sort of mask or scrub to address the clogged pores on my nose and occasional breakouts. With this floating around in the back of my mind, I was thrilled when my facialist at Bliss Spa a few weeks ago recommended a great combination of products to exfoliate and brighten my skin.Bliss Pore Perfecting Facial Polish
. This is a great manual scrub that removes dead skin cells to help brighten the skin and also aid the skin in absorbing products better. I like the consistency of this scrub because the grains are small and uniform. I also like that the texture of this scrub is right in the middle between being a liquid and a paste; it's easy to smooth along my face but doesn't slide away too easily. I only use this on my nose and chin because those are my trouble areas when it comes to clogged pores and breakouts. You could use this all over your face if you feel it's necessary, but I'm slowly learning that one size does not fit all when it comes to my face. My cheeks are pretty dry and sensitive, so I avoid those areas when using scrubs. Also, when using an exfoliator, it's important to remember to cleanse your face first. Exfoliators are not meant to cleanse the skin so much as actually remove dead skin, so you'll want to make sure your skin is clean first.Bliss Triple Oxygen™ Instant Energizing Mask
. This foaming face mask is a great second step to the Pore Perfecting Facial Polish. First, the bubbly, tingly feeling this mask provides is super invigorating and it really feels like I'm treating myself. Second, this oxygen-packed product helps to detoxify the skin. The best part is that it doesn't dry my skin at all, which is something that can often accompany deep cleansing or detoxifying products. It also brightens the skin, which is going to come in handy as winter dullness sets in.I use this pair once a week and have noticed that the pores on my nose appear smaller. This may seem like a small accomplishment, but I am obsessive about pore size, so this actually makes me really happy. I hope that with continued use my skin will look brighter and more even.What's your favorite skincare combination? Leave me a note in the comments!
