What Is The Correct Order of Skincare Products?
You probably have amazing skincare in your cabinet that targets and treats your concerns. But, did you know that your skincare routine order can significantly affect results? We've all found ourselves asking "What order should I apply skincare?" We've all been there!
How does layering skincare affect results?
The general rule of layering your products is to apply them from thin to thick. Products with lower viscosity generally have a smaller molecule size, meaning they penetrate deeper through the skin. The important rule of thumb is that the heaviest product must go last. The reason being is that when you apply products with thicker consistency first, it acts as a barrier to the skin. This makes it difficult for products with thinner consistencies to penetrate through the barrier and harder for your skin to absorb these products.
How should I layer my skincare?
Step 1 - Cleanser: Cleansing removes dirt, makeup, oils that accumulate and build up throughout the day. Because it provides a fresh, clean base for the rest of your routine, it should always be the first step. Look for a gentle cleanser that won't dry out or anger your skin.
Step 2 - Toner: With a fresh face and a clean base, you’re ready to move on to the rest of your routine. Since toners tend to have a thinner consistency you should always follow up your cleanser with a good toner. Toner is essential to preserving the pH balance of the skin while defending from environmental stressors.
Step 3 - Serum: Serum should be sandwiched between your toner and your moisturizer. Use your favorite serum and wait about 20 seconds after application to let it fully absorb. Serums are potently formulated with active compounds that address specific concerns like fine lines, dark spots, or dullness. The active compounds in serums are able to reach deeper layers of skin where they have the most notable effect.
Step 4 - Eye Care: Since the skin around the eye area is extra tender and fragile tends to show signs of aging first. A good eye cream can diminish the appearance of fine lines, dark circles and puffy under eyes. Keeping the skin around the eye hydrated is essential to radiant, fresh eyes. You can follow this with a gentle ice globe massage.
Frioz Ice Globes - Ice globes are a type of skincare tool that are intended to help reduce puffiness, dark circles, and fine wrinkles around the eyes. They are also known as facial rollers. The gentle massage provided by the ice globes' rolling motion can improve circulation and reduce inflammation, leading to brightened, revitalized eyes.
Step 5 - Moisturizer: Moisturizers and face creams are the one of the heaviest, and therefore last, steps of the skincare routine. Hydration is essential, and lack thereof can lead to dry, dull skin that is more susceptible to forming wrinkles and fine lines. Keep your skin nourished for a soft, supple complexion.
Step 6 - Hydrating Oil/Sun Protection: For your AM routine, we highly suggest topping your routine off with a sunscreen like our Protec Plus SPF 30. This will create a protective barrier to prevent your skin from free radical damage and outside pollutants. For your PM routine, you can further enhance your results by applying a few drops of our Vitality Nourishing Facial Oil over your moisturizer. Oils typically penetrate through moisturizers so this can be an optional step to complete your routine!
Conclusion
In summary, using the correct order of skincare is critical to maximize their efficacy and creating healthy, radiant skin. After cleansing, proceed with toning, exfoliating, applying essence, serum, eye cream, moisturizing, applying sunscreen, and applying face oil. Since every person's skin is different, pick a routine that works for you and stay with it! Always remember, THIN to THICK.
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