You do not need a ten-step routine to take good care of your skin. A simple, consistent routine of three steps in the morning and three at night is enough for most people to start with. Here is how to build one.
The three steps
Every routine comes down to the same basics: cleanse, treat, moisturize. Add sunscreen in the morning and you are done.
Morning routine
- Cleanse with a gentle cleanser, or simply rinse with water if your skin feels dry.
- Treat with a serum. Vitamin C is a popular morning choice, and our Solar Remains Vitamin C Facial Serum is made for it. For hydration, try our Ocean Spell Hyaluronic Acid Serum.
- Moisturize, then finish with sunscreen.
Night routine
- Cleanse to remove the day.
- Treat with the serum that fits your goal. If you want smoother-looking skin, a retinol serum like our Shadow Renewal Retinol Facial Serum is a night-time option. For balance, use our Quiet Barrier Niacinamide Facial Serum.
- Moisturize with a richer cream such as our Beef Tallow and Wild Honey Cream.
How to introduce new products
Add one product at a time and give it a couple of weeks before judging results. Patch test first, and if you are adding something like retinol, start with a couple of evenings a week.
Keep it simple
The best routine is the one you actually follow. Start with the basics, stay consistent, and add steps only when you feel you need them.
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