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You wanna start with the absolute simplest routine which includes:
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[] moisturizer
[] sunscreen
That's it really. From there, you can start incorporating other things. If you're in your 20s, retinol at night will do wonders (you're going to want to ease into this one). Check out Dr. Shereene Idriss on yt. Hope this helps!
May 9, 2024
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If you're just starting to explore skincare, I'd recommend keeping it really simple at first. When I began my own skincare journey, I learned the hard way that less is definitely more. Jumping into a complex, 10-step routine right off the bat is tempting, but trust me, it's a bit like sprinting before you can walk. You'll probably find yourself enthusiastic for a couple of days, but it's all too easy to lose that spark and revert to having no routine at all.
So, what's the best way to start? Stick to the absolute basics:
Cleanseā A gentle face wash or cleanser should be your first step. It's all about keeping your skin clean and fresh. š
Hydrate ā Next, use a good moisturizer. Itās crucial for keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Protect ā Finish off with sunscreen. It protects your skin from harmful UV rays and should never be skipped, rain or shine.
These were the exact steps I started with. They're foolproof and sufficient for maintaining healthy skin, especially if you're not dealing with any particular skin problems. This basic routine can serve you well for a long time, letting you add more steps only if and when you feel the need.
May 9, 2024
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i think you had your question about a simple routine answered already, and i highlighted the most essential products to have with an asterisk too, so i just wanted to write out the (generally accepted) order to put your products on:
1/ oil cleanser (or balm, wipes etc) to remove makeup if you use that.
*2/ gel/liquid cleanser, or if you use cleansing bars
3/ then if youāre using toners/serums, put them on in order of consistency - thinnest to most viscous. if youāre using something like the laneige cream skin, iād put that at the end, even though it is thin, bc itās cream based, most serums are transparent or cloudy so theyāll go before that.
*4/ moisturiser.
4.5/ you could sandwich in retinol cream here ONLY AT NIGHT (either
1: a thin layer of moisturiser, wait however long it says on the retinol youāre using to apply after skin care - has to be a fully dry face, then moisturise again after 20-30 mins,
2: same as before, without a last layer of moisturiser on top,
or 3: same as 2, but switch the order - retinol first on dry skin, moisturise after).
^the above is just about what works for your skin while on retinol. it doesnāt increase or decrease the actual efficacy of the retinol. for eg, i use the first method bc retinol makes my face too dry.
*5/ sunscreen. (or at night time a face oil if youāre using that. oil is always the last step, except if youāre sunscreen in the same routine, where sunscreen goes last).
for products:
oil cleanser: the face shop rice water bright
gel cleanser: bioderma sensibio
moisturiser: kiehlās ultra facial cream, or pyunkang yul moisture cream (though tbh, i still havenāt found a perfect moisturiser)
sunscreen: krave beauty beet the sun (fav), or beauty of joseon
May 9, 2024
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For a simple routine you only need a face wash and a moisturiserā if your skin is more oily than dry, try Glossierās cleanser concentrate, and if drier, try Glossierās milky jelly cleanser or Cera Veās hydrating facial cleanser. If you have acne prone skin, a face wash with salicylic acid will help.
Then use a good moisturiser; Cera Veās Daily Moisturising lotion is my workhorse, and I use Beekman 1802 Bloom Cream at night or when dry.
Use a good sunscreen; I use Supergoop Every Single Face watery lotion, but anything that you like the texture of and will use consistently is best.
Do those three things for a month or two, and it will feel much easier to fold other things into your routine where you notice you need themā that may be a serum, a chemical exfoliant, or an active.
If you get breakouts and want an effective spot treatment, La Roche Posayās effaclar duo is the best thing Iāve usedā itās more effective than patches or stickers, and minimally drying.
Do you have particular skin concerns (dryness, dark spots, breakouts, redness, etc.)?
May 9, 2024
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