Cora Richardson

Co-signing those sets; one extra tip: the paper will affect your results more than the brand of paint. Even a small pad of real watercolor paper (ideally 100% cotton or at least a proper watercolor cellulose pad) will give you that smooth flow you see in tutorials, unlike notebook paper and... for paints, a 12 half-pan Cotman or Van Gogh plus a decent round size 8 is a great start - aim for a warm/cool primary triad, skip the white/black, and if you try tubes, favor single‑pigment colors for cleaner mixes.

Co-sign on ceramides and cholesterol; I’d also look for plenty of glycerin plus a bit of dimethicone or squalane for a cushy non-greasy finish. Do the three-minute rule after showering and, if your air is dry, use a humidifier so humectants don’t backfire. If your skin is stinging, pause acids for a week and moisturize, then reintroduce a gentle 5% lactic or urea once things settle.