7 Affordable Skin-Care Products I'm Using to Get Dewy Skin This Wedding Season

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Radiant Smoothing Cream Cleanser ($7)

To know me is to understand that I don't skip a face washing session — ever. And while I'm not one to sleep in my makeup, I can admit that at the end of a night filled with champagne and dancing — you know, like a wedding — makeup removal can be a nuisance. I appreciate this cleanser because I don't need to double cleanse when I use it. It doesn't strip my already dry-ish skin, but it gets all the face products (mascara is a different story) off of my face and hairline. It feels really silky when I'm using it, and my skin feels soft after, not tight. I can't wait to hit the eight-week mark to see the long-term benefits of gently exfoliating with this cream cleanser.

L'Oréal Paris 12% [Niacinamide + Amino Sulfonic + Ferulic Acid] Dark Spot Serum ($40)

I'm not shy about the fact that I have hyperpigmentation and have even accumulated my share of dark spots from chemical peels and skin-care treatments gone wrong — part of the consequence of trying everything in the name of skin care, I suppose. This serum has become my dark spot secret weapon this season. It contains niacinamide to help reduce the appearance of all types of dark spots, plus lesser-known ferulic and amino sulfonic acids to gently exfoliate the skin. I'm feeling like I could come out of this season with, dare I say, a campaign-worthy complexion.

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($33)

This tried-and-true customer favorite has been in my skin-care wardrobe for years now. After I cleanse, and before I put on any other serum or lotion, I give my skin a hit of hyaluronic acid. Immediately my face feels softer, and I notice how much smoother it is when I'm consistent with my use. Since my skin can be on the drier side, this moisture-locking serum is a must, helping me retain the hydration that's needed to keep my complexion dewy, bouncy, and youthful-looking. Jello skin, here I come, baby!

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 1.5% Hyaluronic Acid + 1% Caffeine Eye Serum ($33)

Eye cream is one of those products that often gets overlooked in a skin-care routine because many people are dubious about whether it works. It works! That is, if you have the right one. It also depends on what you're trying to address. For me, dark circles and puffiness are my undereye archnemeses. This eye serum helps to combat both, brightening the delicate eye area (thank you, caffeine) and depuffing under my eyes (cheers to you, triple rollerball applicator). It is made with hyaluronic acid as well, helping me bring some much-needed hydration to all areas of my face.

L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives Micro Hyaluronic Acid + Ceramides Line-Plumping Water Cream ($33)

Once my serums are all absorbed I move on to moisturizer, and I love this pick because it contains hydrating hyaluronic acid, and it has a water-based formula that feels light on the skin — super important for the hot weather months. If you have oily skin you'll want to invest in this lightweight moisturizer that won't feel occlusive or make your face greasy or slick as the day goes on. It's also fragrance-free, which is nice if you're averse to overly fragrant products or have sensitive skin.

L'Oréal Paris Age Perfect Skin Care Cell Renewal Midnight Cream ($37)

At night I indulge in this decadent night cream that former RHONY star Bethenny Frankel is wild about. It has a soufflé-like, whipped texture that feels so rich when you smooth it over your face. Unlike the aforementioned water cream, it does have a soft scent reminiscent of fresh fruit and flowers. It's not overwhelming though, it just adds to the luxe feel of the product. And while all those surface benefits are great, the best part is that it's formulated with powerful actives that can help to repair my skin barrier while I sleep. I can't think of anything better than improving the look (and feel) of my skin when I'm doing absolutely nothing.

L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Daily UV Lotion ($33)

Of course the follow-up to all of this is sunscreen. I'm no dummy; I know that the only way I'm going to successfully avoid future dark spots and secure dewy skin is by wearing SPF every single day. So this lightweight sunscreen serum has become part of my daily routine. I like how thin it is because that helps me spread it evenly and helps the sunscreen absorb quickly. It also gives my skin a slightly radiant appearance without making me look oily. On the days that I do decide to add some foundation or a bit of concealer, this sunscreen layers under my makeup well without pilling and never leaves a white cast on my caramel complexion.