Skincare

I first fell in love with Then I Met You after trying their top selling cleansing balm which has now become one of my all time favorite cleansers. I was curious to try out more from the brand Then I Met You and thought I would give me thoughts on all the products I’ve tested. Their founder, Charlotte Cho, is a pioneer in the beauty world after creating the website Soko Glam which brought popular Korean skincare products to the US. She finally started her own skincare line and has grown it slowly and intentionally with thoughtfully formulated products rooted in the techniques and ingredients found in Korean beauty culture. If you have not yet tried the brand, I highly recommend reading my reviews on these products to find something that would work for your skincare routine. Also, if you buy directly from the Then I Met You site, you can use my discount code: MAREE10 for 10% off!

Then I Met You Skincare Reviews

Living Cleansing Balm

A gorgeous creamy cleansing balm that will nourish your skin while also removing every last bit of makeup. It’s not quite as oily as the Elemis cleansing balm but still rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin E and antioxidants. It is oil-based so it’s best to apply on dry skin with dry hands. Massage all over the face until you’ve broken down all your makeup then add a bit of water to emulsify it. Don’t go right into removing it without letting the tiny bit of water (just damp hands is fine) continue to break down all your makeup. Once that is complete, rinse it off completely and your skin will feel hydrated, soft and supple.

Bong Bounce Cream

A lightweight gel-cream that delivers nourishment and barrier support. If you need something intensive to help with dry skin or sensitive skin but prefer a lighter texture, this is the cream to try. It won an Allure Best of Beauty award last year which is very well deserved. Even though I love a rich moisturizer, I reach for this so much because it makes my skin so soft and supple.

Snail Mucin Eye Cream

Then I Met You is very intentional with their product line so they only launch new products when it makes sense for the brand and it adds value. This is their newest product which took them years to formulate. It’s an eye cream designed to help plump, smooth and firm the skin around the eyes. The two main hero ingredients are snail mucin complex and volufiline which both help with plumping the skin and ultimately helping to restore under-eye volume. I have only been testing it for a short time so I can’t give a full review yet but first impressions are 10/10. I have been using it in the morning because it’s incredibly hydrating and wears beautifully under makeup.

The Giving Essence

I’ve been incorporating essences into my skincare routine for nearly a decade. An essence is thicker than a toner but more lightweight than a serum. It’s best to be used after you have cleansed and toned but before you apply your serums. Essences can help boost the absorption of your serums and add an additional layer of hydration into your skincare routine. The Giving Essence is formulated with a proprietary blend of fermented ingredients which is designed to brighten, calm and reduce inflammation. When using an essence, it’s best to pour it into your hands and then pat gently into the skin.

Renewing Rich Beauty Cream

This moisturizer is a step up from the Bong Bounce Cream. It is richer in texture and really cocoons the skin leaving it well hydrated and supple. If you prefer a traditional cream moisturizer that helps deliver intense moisture and barrier support, this is a great option.

Rose Resurfacing Facial Mask

This is the mask I reach for when I want to tackle any texture on my skin. It’s a gentle yet effective resurfacing mask formulated with both AHA and BHA complexes. In addition to the chemical exfoliation it gives you, there is Damask rose in the formula to help soothe and support the skin barrier. It gently removes dead skin cells, improves skin texture while also adding a boost of hydration.

Honey Dew Lip Mask

A treat treatment lip mask that works so well because it helps to nourish while also giving a gentle exfoliation. I prefer to use this at night and apply a thick layer on before bed. In addition to squalane and honey which helps to moisturize and hydrate, the Honey Dew Lip Mask contains lactic acid which offers that extra bit of exfoliation that really helps to smooth and soften the lips.

I have an extensive nightly facial skincare routine but I realized that I have failed to share the other half of my nighttime self care process. Besides my facial skincare, I always have an entire process for my body, hair, feet and hands. I never really prioritized anything else besides my face but I’ve noticed a definite need now that I’m in my late 40’s and also in perimenopause. Everything is so dry on my body – head to toe, so I had to begin a regular routine of treating all parts of my body in order to help manage my dry skin and hair. I do rotate and test out different products so I will update this post in the future with any new additions or removals from my routine. For now, here is my current nightly hair, feet, nail and body care routine.

My Nightly Hair and Body Care Routine

Body Care Routine

This changes depending on my skin and time of year but I always apply a body cream, lotion or oil each night after I get out of the shower. Here are the two I am currently rotating between.

Naturium The Glow-Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter

I usually rotate between either of these body creams each night. I find that the best way to apply body products is on lightly damp skin. It traps that moisture in and I find that my skin is not as dry. This Body Butter is a multi-oil body butter that intensely nourishes, hydrates and soothes the skin. It has a light vanilla/coconut scent that isn’t overpowering or lingering once absorbed into the skin. There is a reason that this continues to be a top seller for the brand because it’s one of the best body butters I’ve ever tried.

Salt & Stone Body Cream

This body cream is creamy, rich and smooth while absorbing in just a few minutes. While the texture feels heavy to the touch, I was really surprised how quickly they absorb while leaving a silky, smooth finish to the skin. The key ingredients are seaweed extract and spirulina which help to soothe and restore the skin. Additionally the body creams contain argan oil to promote skin elasticity, squalane to help the skin retain moisture and saccharide isomerate which delivers last moisture all day long. The scents are what keep me coming back though. They last for so long and smell divine. My favorite scent is the Saffron and Cedar which smells very similar to the uber popular and cult classic Baccarat Rouge 540.

Foot Care Routine

Once my body care is finished and my skincare routine is done, I will move on to my foot care routine. It usually just involves an exfoliating toner that I wipe all over my foot and then a foot cream or treatment to soften and moisturize. Typically I will use exfoliating toners meant for the face on my feet and am not currently loyal to any particular formula at the moment. By adding this additional step every night, my feet have literally transformed. Gone are the dry, cracked heels and parched feet that I dealt with for years. Consistent treatment and exfoliation really helps keep them healthy and soft.

Pixi Glow Tonic

I had an extra bottle of this so I am currently using it on my feet as the first step. Pour some onto a cotton round and sweep all over.

AmLactin Foot Repair Cream

This is a very strong exfoliating foot cream so I will use it every other night. It’s a regular repurchase for me because it’s truly one of the best foot creams I’ve tried. Be sure to put socks on after applying any foot cream so you can lock in that moisture.

Tenoverten Sole Mate Foot Balm

On the nights I am not using the Amlactin, I love swiping this solid balm all over my feet. It’s nice because it’s in a stick form so you can easily apply without anything getting on your hands.

Hair Care Routine

I wash my hair during the day so my hair care routine at night is not extensive but has made a huge difference in my overall hair health.

Currentbody LED Hair Growth Helmet (discount code: ALITTLEBITCB)

I’ve been using this LED helmet for nearly 2 years and swear by it for helping to stimulate hair growth. It’s on a timer so you just have to press the “on” button and it turns off after 10 minutes. Typically I will wear this 5-6 nights/week. If you are struggling with hair thinning or hair loss, this helmet is a must try!

Amika Dream Routine Overnight Hydrating Hair Mask

As someone with very fine hair, I am hesitant to use cream products on dry hair because I am worried it will be too heavy. This is one of the first overnight hair masks I tried that never weighed my hair down. I use it every other night just on bottom half of my hair to help give it a boost of hydration. It dries relatively quickly and I can style my hair as usual the next morning without having to rinse it out.

Nail Care Routine

When I am ready to go to bed, I will do my nail care routine. I am someone who has very thin nails that break constantly in between my manicure appointments. Once I began regularly doing a nail care routine, my nails hardly ever break anymore.

Tenoverten The Rose Cuticle Oil

Any cuticle oil will greatly help strengthen your nails if you apply it daily. I fell in love with this one because it’s a roller ball applicator that you directly roll onto your cuticles. I don’t like having to rub the cuticle oil in to my nails so this application method has been a game changer.

Remedy Skincare Hand Remedy

Once my cuticle oil has dried slightly, I will apply my hand cream. I’m VERY picky about my hand creams but immediately fell in love with this one. It’s nourishing but not greasy while also containing retinol to help target anti-aging concerns.