@KCAI_BEAUTY
Malachy N.
LOCATION: Toronto, Canada
My name is Malachy! I’m a makeup artist. I’m very passionate about makeup. I do all types of styles of makeup -- graphic liner, super creative looks, and soft glam, you name it! My passion lies with makeup!
SKIN TYPE: Normal/Dry
CONCERNS: Acne, Acne scars, Dark circles, Dehydration, Dullness, Fine lines, Hyperpigmentation, and Uneven skin tone
FAVORITE GOOD MOLECULES PRODUCTS:
Instant Cleansing Balm
Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Ultra-Hydrating Facial Oil
Discoloration Correcting Serum
SKIN CONCERNS
DEHYDRATION
FINE LINES
HYPERPIGMENTATION
Q&A WITH MALACHY
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO PRACTICE SELF CARE, APART FROM SKINCARE?
Apart from skincare, I think my favorite way to practice self care is to really relax and to keep in a good state of mind. How I do that is just by doing things I love such as makeup, taking a relaxing bubble bath, and reading. These are ways other than skincare that I choose to do to take care for myself.
DO YOU HAVE ANY FAVORITE SKINCARE INGREDIENTS?
My favorite skincare ingredients would have to be Vitamin C and salicylic acid. Vitamin C helps brighten and target my hyperpigmentation on my skin. It’s also very easy to find in products, and I find it works very effectively on my skin and doesn’t break me out. Salicylic Acid is another one of my favorite ingredients. It's really fast working at blemishes and scars on my face and is really good if you have hormonal breakouts or regular breakouts. It promotes clarity to your skin.
WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR PEOPLE GETTING INTO SKINCARE?
The advice I have for people who are getting into skin care is to start with a small and effective routine - so cleanser, toner, moisturizer and every now and then exfoliation. When you're ready, then add serums. I think it’s very important for you to work up in skincare and not use a bunch of stuff on your skin. Your skin is very delicate. Using a bunch of products can be too much for the skin to handle.
WHAT IS ONE PRODUCT YOU WOULD TAKE ON A DESERT ISLAND?
If I were to take one product on a desert island, it would have to be a cleanser. It would be a cleanser because being on a desert island would come along with a lot of impurities in the skin dirt clogging my pores, so I think definitely having cleanser for my skin would be essential.
FAVORITE SKINCARE STEP
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE STEP OF YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE?
My favorite step in my skincare routine would have to be moisturizer. It’s my favorite step for two reasons. First, it’s really good to moisturize and keep skin hydrated. Second, it can also have properties that act like serums. I really love having a simple skincare routine with not too many products, especially for the AM. I want to keep it light and simple. For instance, a moisturizer with vitamin C would both moisturize and brighten my skin.
MALACHY'S PICKS
Instant Cleansing Balm
"The Instant Cleansing Balm is GREAT for all makeup wearers! It's really good at dissolving stubborn makeup. It's my favorite way to remove my makeup, as it gets rid of even the most waterproof makeup. It’s really a staple in my routine."
Discoloration Correcting Serum
"The Discoloration Correcting Serum is my favorite for evening out my skin tone and and correcting my discoloration and acne scars. I just put this on daily in between my toner and moisturizer."
Hyaluronic Acid Serum
"This light and super hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum is the best for retaining moisture in ALL skin types! This is a great product and is one of the few hyaluronic serums that do not pill!"
Ultra-Hydrating Facial Oil
"The Ultra-Hydrating Facial Oil is the best facial oil and is the last step to my routine. This oil really sinks in and absorbs into the skin so nicely."
MALACHY'S ROUTINE
Good Molecules Instant Cleansing Balm
Water-based Cleanser
Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum
