Skincare

Skincare Rewind 2021: Brands To Try Out In The New Beauty Year

Sneha Singh

Skincare surely witnessed its prime in 2021. Skin wellness came into the focus amongst all the chaos. It was no longer enough to rely on makeup for a healthy glow. We switched to hardworking actives and a good skincare routine to revitalize our skin on a more meaningful level.

Skincare in 2021, saw us move back to old favourites and explore buzzworthy actives being all the rage.

So, which skincare products made the cut and are surely moving on with us in 2022, let’s find out!

Face Washes

In 2021, we saw people opting for simpler skincare routines and a ‘skin minimalism approach’. Many realised less is more when it comes to skincare products and using too many products at a time does not guarantee effective results. A simple facewash with skin rejuvenating formulations is enough to kickstart your day and keep it feeling hydrated and lovely.

Splash on the goodness with our best skincare finds.

1. Good Vibes Papaya Brightening Face Wash

Good Vibes Brightening Face Wash - Papaya (120 ml)
Buy Now - INR 205

Rich in Papain, this facewash naturally cleanses and refreshes your skin, giving you an unmissable glow.

2. Alps Goodness Sandalwood Facewash

Alps Goodness Mild & Gentle Sandalwood Face Wash (100ml)
Buy Now - INR 99

The gentle formulation detoxifies skin and the exotic smelling classic sandalwood aroma, invigorates your senses.

3. Ponds Bright Beauty Spot-Less Glow Facewash

Pond's Bright Beauty Spot-less Glow Face Wash With Vitamins (100 g)
Buy Now - INR 175

Infused with Vitamin B3+, it removes layers of brightness blocking dead skin cells, and maximizes your radiance quotient.

Face Moisturizers

Naturally, glowing skin will continue to remain in focus in 2022, with many of us wearing less makeup. Between continuously wearing masks and sitting in front of the screen, our skin needs all the moisturization it can get. Injecting our skin with a good dollop of moisturizer is the right way to go and guaranteed to keep your skin glowing and happy.

Moisturize right with our bestselling day creams.

1. Good Vibes Saffron Nourishing Day Cream

 Good Vibes Nourishing Day Cream - Saffron (50 g)
Buy Now - INR 250

Known as the 'Sunshine Spice' Saffron naturally improves and moisturizes your complexion, reducing tan and uneven skin tone.

2. Alps Goodness Ubtan and Alpha Arbutin Radiance Day Cream

Alps Goodness Ubtan & Alpha Arbutin Radiance Day cream (50 gm)
Buy Now - INR 250

Giving the century-old Ubtan a scientific twist this cloudy cream pampers your skin and loads it with luscious nourishment.

3. Lakme Perfect Radiance Skin Brightening Creme

Lakme Absolute Perfect Radiance Skin Brightening Day Creme (50 g)
Buy Now - INR 299

Precious Micro-crystals and Vitamins, cluster your skin with brightening moisture and gives you a fair, illuminated look.

Face Serums

One of the first question, every skincare fanatic asked in 2021 is, “Did you try out the new active?” Yes, actives remain a re-emerging trend in 2022 and should be rightly so, as they give you spellbinding results. So, if we have missed the bus on trying out this trend, we give you the right headstart with our best skincare product recommendations.

Our top charting products which you need to try in 2022.

1. DermDoc Salicylic Acid Anti Acne Face Serum

DermDoc Salicylic Acid Anti Acne Face Serum (10 ml)
Buy Now - INR 225

Infused with Salicylic Acid, the serum soaks excess sebum and grime like a sponge, and relieves you of inflammation and acne woes.

2. Purplle Snail Mucin Instant Hydration Serum

Purplle Snail Mucin Instant Hydration Serum (30 ml)
Buy Now - INR 549

Bursting with skin-smacking moisture, this serum s-nails the hydration game and renders a charismatic glow.

3. Good Vibes Rosehip Radiant Glow Face Serum

 Good Vibes Radiant Glow Face Serum - Rose Hip (10 ml)
Buy Now- INR 225

Deemed as the ‘Oil of the Youth’, the serum locks in the skin's natural moisture levels with a few magical drops.

Face Toners

With layering skincare products becoming a fad, facial toners regained their lost glory. No more considered a skippable step, with new hydrating and brightening formulas, face toners help remove the last trace of makeup and dirt. In turn, improving the absorption and efficacy of niche products like serums and facial oils.

Don’t believe us? Try out some of our bestsellers and see the difference yourself.

1. Alps Goodness Rose Toner

Alps Goodness Toner - Rose (100 ml)
Buy Now - INR 145

Feel the petal love, with a refreshing spritz of this Rose toner instantly moisturizing and toning your complexion.

2. DermDoc Hyaluronic Acid Face Toner

Dermdoc 0.5% Hyaluronic Acid Face Toner for Normal to Dry Skin (100 ml)
Buy Now - INR 300

Drenching your parched skin, the toner seeps in deep and plumps skin to look naturally hydrated and well-kempt.

3. Biotique Cucumber Pore Tightening Toner

Biotique Bio Cucumber Pore Tightening Toner With Himalaya Waters (120 ml)
Buy Now - INR 175

Crafted with 100% pure botanical extracts, achieve healthy skin with tightened pores and regularized pH balance.

Sunscreen

A quintessential for a reason, Sunscreens will remain in demand through 2022. Be it indoors or the great outdoors, Sunscreen protects your sensitive skin from environmental stress, as well negative blue screen effects. Today not all SPF’s are created equal, with more skin-friendly, non-white casting options hitting the shelves, there is no reason to skip this good part of your skincare routine.

Try out our expert recommendations in the new year:

1. DermDoc Sun Protection Cream Gel SPF 30

 DermDoc Sun Protection Gel Cream with SPF 30 PA+++ (50 gm)
Buy Now - INR 249

A hardworking, ultra-light gel formulation, it blocks the sun's damaging rays and premature skin ageing.

2. Good Vibes UVA and UVB Broad Spectrum Gel Sunscreen 30

Good Vibes SPF 30 PA +++ UVA & UVB Protection Broad Spectrum Gel Creme Sunscreen - 50 g Online
Buy Now - INR 235

With dual power, this broad-spectrum sunscreen gives all-around protection and shields your skin from sun tan, skin burns and irritation.

3. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 50

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 50+ Ultra Light Clean Feel (30 ml)
Buy Now - INR 250

A revolutionary recipe with skin lightening ingredients, it lends a seamless matte finish and superb protection from the sun.

If you missed out on trying any of the above beauties, the new year is just the right time to start. Head over to Purplle.com and secure a spot for them in your skincare routine.

And follow our mantra - New Year. New Reasons to Try New Skincare. 

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About Sneha Singh

Sneha is a writer at Purplle.com. When she is not writing beauty stories, her mind weaves out supernatural and science fiction stories which she pens down in her diary. Sneha is an expert in Makeup, Health & Skin care and can advise you on all you need to know about keeping your body healthy with vitamins, minerals and a lot more. She is clearly a gym freak too and digs up on diet plans & cooks healthy food for her family & friends. Besides health, she also writes about baby and mothers’ care & her guides are very helpful for new parents. She likes to experience new adventures with one bite at a time.