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Cleanser

Usually coming in the form of a gel, cream, or foam, a cleanser is used to remove dirt, sweat, product residue, dead skin cells, excess oils, and other types of skin pollutants from the skin barrier.

⭐ Double Cleansing: A 2-step method using first, an oil-based cleanser, and second, a water-based cleanser to give your skin a thorough cleaning. It is commonly used at night to help remove make-up and/or as a part of an oily or acne-prone-skin routine.

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Toner

A gentle liquid meant to refresh your skin and remove any last traces of dirt, grime, oils, and other impurities from your pores. This helps shrink the appearance of your pores and restore your skin’s pH levels, allowing your skin to better absorb the rest of the products in your routine.

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Serums & Spot Treatments

There are many different types of serums and spot treatments that address a wide range of concerns— including acne, dryness, aging, hyperpigmentation, dullness, etc. This is the most customizable part of your routine, largely depending on your skin’s needs.

Pro Tip: Whatever you use, a good rule of thumb is to layer these products from lightest to heaviest.

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Moisturizers

A cream or lotion-like product formulated with emulsive ingredients that helps the skin retain moisture within the surface layers of skin, keeping it hydrated and supporting the structure of the skin barrier. They can come in a range of textures of lightweight and gel-like to heavier cream.

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SPF

Most dermatologists recommend wearing sunscreen every single day, and wearing at least an SPF 30 or higher. Many also recommend you opt for a mineral sunscreen, as they tend to be gentler on the skin, better for the environment, and a bit more effective at shielding your skin. (However the best sunscreen is a sunscreen you’ll actually wear!)

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Make-Up Remover

If you wear make-up, taking it off should be the first step of your nightly routine! There are a few methods people use for make-up removal— micellar water, double cleansing, make-up wipes (though we do NOT recommend this one, as it can be abrasive on your skin!), etc.

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Cleanser

Usually coming in the form of a gel, cream, or foam, a cleanser is used to remove dirt, sweat, product residue, dead skin cells, excess oils, and other types of skin pollutants from the skin barrier.

⭐ Double Cleansing: A 2-step method using first, an oil-based cleanser, and second, a water-based cleanser to give your skin a thorough cleaning. It is commonly used at night to help remove make-up and/or as a part of an oily or acne-prone-skin routine.

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Toner

A gentle liquid meant to refresh your skin and remove any last traces of dirt, grime, oils, and other impurities from your pores. This helps shrink the appearance of your pores and restore your skin’s pH levels, allowing your skin to better absorb the rest of the products in your routine.

4

Serums & Spot Treatments

There are many different types of serums and spot treatments that address a wide range of concerns— including acne, dryness, aging, hyperpigmentation, dullness, etc. This is the most customizable part of your routine, largely depending on your skin’s needs.

Pro Tip: Whatever you use, a good rule of thumb is to layer these products from lightest to heaviest.

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Moisturizers

A cream or lotion-like product formulated with emulsive ingredients that helps the skin retain moisture within the surface layers of skin, keeping it hydrated and supporting the structure of the skin barrier. They can come in a range of textures of lightweight and gel-like to heavier cream.

With any skincare routine, consistency is key! However not all routines are the same day to day— sometimes it’s good to introduce a few special guests to the routine every so often.

How Often To Use

*how often you exfoliate or use retinoids will really depend on the sensitivity of your skin. The important thing is that once you find a frequency that works for your skin, you stick with it!

Skin Cycling

How It Works

Can I Mix These?

Here’s a few ingredient pairings you should AVOID at all costs!