Like many others, my interest in Rodan and Fields products first started when someone who I was close with — a former school teacher — told me that she was representing the brand as a consultant. Since then, many of them have permanent places in my beauty regimen.
The skin care, which is housed in no-nonsense, minimalist packaging — you know, the kind that you'd see displayed at your dermatologist's office — is also formulated to mean business. The brand told POPSUGAR that it has put certain products through multistage clinical testing to ensure its efficacy — and it shows with how they have transformed my combination skin with very dry areas.
It makes sense that narrowing down the best Rodan and Fields products for my skin was not an easy feat. Check out my 14 go to's from the brand ahead.
The Rodan and Fields Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid SPF 30 ($66) gives you that no-makeup makeup look, blurring any blemishes or areas of hyperpigmentation. The best part of using it is that it protects your skin from the sun's harmful rays with SPF 30.
The Reverse Radiance Mask ($60) is literally the gold standard of masking. The thick, gold goo smells clean with hints of citrus, and glides onto skin easily. With its blend of gentle exfoliators, you'll have glowing, more even skin in just 10 minutes.
Rodan and Fields Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 ($43) is one that doesn't take an excessive amount of time to blend in with my medium, caramel-toned skin. Its lightweight formula absorbs quickly and never leaves you feeling greasy.
Rodan and Fields Active Hydration Serum ($112) is a savior for dry skin. A dropper full of the water-like serum instantly leaves skin feeling plump with moisture.
Rodan and Fields Moisture Replenishing Cream ($58) glides across skin feeling thick, but then absorbs to feel like you don't have it on. It leaves dry skin feeling cool and soothed after use.
The Unblemish Clarifying Mask ($60) was designed for acne-prone skin, but also does the trick for the mornings when I realize I've fallen asleep with my makeup on. This mask brings down pimples, whiteheads, and blemishes, and zaps excess oils with a potent dose of concentrated sulfur (it contains 10 percent of the ingredient).
The Rodan and Fields Lip Renewing Serum ($58) cooled my lips and left them feeling hydrated and smooth. It served as a reminder that the area need a little R & R, too.
The most fun of the brand's four new masks is the Redefine Rejuvenating Mask ($60). In just five minutes, the gel mask bubbles up and get frothy on my skin. As I added water and massaged it in, I felt the biodegradable particles (made from jojoba) suspended in it gently exfoliate.
I often lay down the Rodan and Fields Shine-Free Lotion SPF 20 ($27) before applying my makeup. It moisturizes my skin without leaving a greasy film that could break down my foundation.
I'm not great at keeping lip balm — I always lose them in my largest bags or in my car — but I'm holding on for dear life to my Rodan and Fields Lip Shield SPF 25 ($19). Its blend of oils feels incredible and soothes my lips, especially on the days they are extra dry.
The name of the Rodan and Fields Instant Makeup Remover Wipes ($32) says it all. I have no problem removing my waterproof makeup using these wipes. I've been keeping a pack in my gym bag for times I'm running late to my workout and need to remove my makeup quickly.
My loved ones — especially my partner — know that I'm constantly slathering on sunscreen. The Rodan and Fields Body Sunscreen SPF 30 ($27) is portable and has a lightweight formula, making it easy for me to slather on the go.
Although it's called the Rodan and Fields Reverse Deep Exfoliating Wash ($44), it's not the least bit abrasive. The gentle cleanser sloughs off dead skin and debris, and leaves skin feeling soft but never stripped.
The Soothe Rescue Mask ($60) does exactly what it says will. The cooling mask, which contains a swirl of calamine lotion, will soothe and quell red, irritated skin. Yes, it is a clay mask, but with glycerin in its formula, it never leaves skin feeling stripped of moisture.