The "36 & Radiant" Routine: High-Tech K-Beauty for the Busy Mama
As I hit my mid-thirties, I noticed that the "mom-tired" look was becoming a little harder to wash off. Living in Las Vegas doesn't help—the sun and dry air are the biggest contributors to fine lines and loss of elasticity.
Being a 36-year-old Filipina mama, I want to age gracefully while keeping that signature "bouncy" skin. But let's be real: homeschooling a 7 and 5-year-old means I don't have time for professional facials.
That’s why I’ve turned my PM routine into a "Clinical Night" using some of the most advanced technology in Korean skincare—specifically Spicules (micro-needles) and PDRN (Salmon DNA). Here is how I’m staying radiant at 36.
☀️ AM: The "Lift & Firm" Morning
The goal for the morning is to "wake up" the skin cells and protect them from the harsh Nevada sun.
1. The Probiotic Cleanse
• Product: Centellian24 Madeca Amino Acid Cleansing Foam
• Why: It cleanses without stripping, leaving a healthy layer of amino acids to keep my skin firm.
2. The Cellular Energizer
• Product: Numbuzin No.9 NAD+ PDRN Glow Boosting Toner
• Mama Tip: NAD+ is like a battery for your skin cells. I pat this in to give my 36-year-old complexion the energy it needs to stay "lifted" all day.
3. The Peptide Plumper
• Product: Mizon 7 Vegan Peptide Booster Serum
• Why: Peptides are the building blocks of collagen. This serum helps smooth out those tiny expression lines that come from a day of homeschooling!
4. The Eye Awakening
• Product: Chasin Rabbits Bunny Line Smoother
• The Routine: I use the metal rollerball to massage around my eyes and "smile lines." It’s cooling, depuffing, and feels like a mini-massage before the boys wake up.
5. The Firming Shield
• Product: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Glow Sun Ampoule
• Why: This isn't just SPF; it’s infused with probiotics to repair the skin barrier while protecting me from the intense Vegas UV rays.
🌙 PM: The "Clinical Reset"
Once the kids are in bed and the house is quiet, I bring the "clinic" to my bathroom. This is where the real transformation happens.
1. The Deep Clean
• Step A: HaruHaru Wonder Centella Balm (Gentle for my sensitive skin but melts makeup).
• Step B: Manyo Pure & Deep Cleansing Foam.
2. The Game Changer: The Booster
• Product: VT Reedle Shot 100
• How to use: Apply this to a completely dry, bare face. You will feel a distinct "prickling" sensation—those are the micro-spicules opening up channels in your skin so your serums work 10x harder.
3. The DNA Repair
• Product: VT PDRN Essence 100
• Why: I apply this immediately after the Reedle Shot. PDRN (Salmon DNA) is a legendary ingredient in Korean skin clinics for regenerating skin and improving elasticity.
4. The Vitamin A Powerhouse
• Product: Purito Seoul TXA 6% + Niacinamide 10% + Retinal Facial Serum
• Why: Retinal is the "gold standard" for anti-aging. It’s faster than retinol but—thanks to Purito’s formula—gentle enough for my sensitive, combination skin.
5. The Night Guard
• Product: Mary&May Idebenone Blackberry Intense Cream
• Why: Idebenone is the most powerful antioxidant for anti-aging. This cream is thick, luxurious, and keeps the desert air from drying out my skin overnight.
Mama Julz’s Anti-Aging Pro-Tips:
• The Spicule Rule: Since my skin is sensitive, I started with the Reedle Shot 100 every other night. I only use the 300 once a week for a deeper "Sunday Reset."
• Neck and Chest: 36 is the age where the neck starts to show our true age! Whatever I put on my face, I always bring down to my neck and décolleté.
• Consistency beats Intensity: You don't need the strongest acids every day. Small, consistent steps with peptides and PDRN will give you a better "lift" over time.
Are you in your 30s and looking for a routine that actually works? Have you tried the Reedle Shot yet? Let’s talk about it in the comments!
Stay glowing, Mama Julz
