"I'm most comfortable without makeup talaga," Ria Atayde reveals, unfazed when asked how she felt about removing her makeup on-cam. "Only because I feel like it's just a lot on my skin," she explains.
While most of us can agree that there's something oh-so satisfying about finally letting our skin breathe after a busy day, our May 2023 cover star takes it a notch higher by making sure her routine really gets the job done. For this, the glowing 31-year-old has an arsenal of trusty products that gets her skin squeaky clean without being rough nor wasteful. The best part is that it's fool-proof and actually quite simple, too!
In this episode of Barefaced Beauty, we find out the exact products Ria uses to remove her makeup as well as hear all her empowering thoughts on what it really means to be beautiful. Press play to find out the exact products she swears by and glean inspiration on how to be your most radiant sans makeup!
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1. Mascara Remover
There's no denying how a coat (or two) of mascara can open your eyes and brighten up your face. While we do love our long-lasting ones, it can be a chore having to remove it at the end of the day. Luckily, Ria spilled the tea on her holy grail find!

Heroine Make Speedy Mascara Remover, P575, KISS ME, available in Lazada and Zalora
2. Cleansing Pads
An easy way to remove makeup is by swiping on cleansing pads. Smaller than the traditional makeup wipes, these pack the same potency albeit more compact. This particular one is said to "remove dirt, make-up, and excess oil from the skin" without drying the skin out.

Blanc Cleansing Pads (60 Pads), P849, BEAUTÉDERM, Lazada
3. Cleansing Balm
For stubborn makeup, it's best to lather on a cleansing balm to melt it away and reveal clean skin. Ria trusts this one from Drunk Elephant.

Slaai™ Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanse, P2150, DRUNK ELEPHANT, lookatme.com.ph
4. Facial Wash
Not one to take a chance on having traces of makeup left behind, Ria then uses a facial wash that unclogs pores and exfoliates the skin.

Purifié Exfoliating Facial Wash with Brush, P850, BEAUTÉDERM, Lazada
5. Toner
Finally, she finishes off with this cult-favorite toner that is infused with salicylic acid and green tea to smooth and even out the skin, as well as to ensure that her face is totally makeup free.

Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, P1100, PAULA'S CHOICE, Lazada
You look beautiful, Ria!