How to layer skincare products. Its an important question for sure, because applying your skin
care products in the proper order ensures that your skin receives the full benefits that each
product is supposed to deliver. So you definitely want to watch this video till the end, as ill be
going over the correct way to layer each of your skincare products so you can get the best results.
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down below, as it really helps out my channel. Ive been getting a lot of questions on what should
come first when it comes to skincare, do i tone first, then use a cleanser,
when should I use a moisturizer, should I apply my eye cream after sunscreen? This video is going
to go over all that, step by step so you can feel rest assured your doing your skincare in the right
steps. So you might all be thinking, as the first question. What is first? What do i start off with?
Well, I like to stick to An easy rule of thumb , which is start with the thinnest consistency
to thickest, or from liquid to cream. And more specifically, you also want to first use
the products with the ingredients that are most important to penetrate into the skin,and finish
with the products that need to sit on top of the skin, if that makes sense. So if we are using the
morning routine for example, we need to start with step 1: which is: Your cleanser. And ill leave a
list of all the products I recommend for each step down below in the description, so definitely check
those out when you get a chance. For ingredients to absorb properly, you need clean skin,
its that simple. You want a cleanser that is ph balanced, gentle, free of soaps and detergents.
After you have cleansed your face thoroughly. We come to step 2: which is using your toner. Now
Most people skip toners, because there’s this idea that most toners are harsh for the skin,
but im here to tell you not all toners are the same. Toners can do a variety of things,
like helping you absorb those antioxidants, vitamin-B derivatives and even toning acids.
They’re essentially just priming your face for ingredients to be better absorbed later on. But
why were they created for? Well, they were created to help return the skin’s pH back to normal after
it became too alkaline from harsh soaps. Now: do you absolutely need one? The short answer is no.
If youve gone this far wiithout using a toner and your skin looks healthy, you dont need to
add one in. I personally dont use one, and dont plan on it either, but if you currently do,
make sure to use it after your cleanser. And before step 3: which is your serums. Your
antioxidant serums to be specific, like your vitamin c serum. Which you know im a big fan
of. And for best results,, apply while your skin is still slightly damp from the toner in step 2.
And really take the time to pat the product in with your hands or a facial roller, whatever
you use. Now I stick with the topical vitamin C for step 3, because of its numerous benefits:
it balances uneven skin tone and skin texture, it helps to reduce fine lines and fade acne scars; it
can brighten the skin and help repair damage and can even help with pigmentation which a lot of you
guys have been asking me about. So think of Serums as just shots of extremely concentrated nutrients.
And I get that it can be hard to incorporate it if you have sensitive skin, So use it every other
morning instead of every morning, if you find it too harsh. A pro tip here, is to wait 2-3 minutes
for serums to sink in before moving onto step 4, which is your eye cream. You see, the skin around
your eyes is the thinnest on your body—meaning your eyes can easily show signs of dark circles
and bags. I know, Ive been trying to get rid of mine, so I still incorporate this as a step. I
know, a lot of experts say its not necessary, and its true, they’re honestly not necessary for
most people, As long as you’re using moisturizer and sunscreen, your eye area is already getting
enough attention. But if your struggling with dark circles and puffy eyes, like I am,
it wouldnt hurt to incorporate eye care into step 4. I currently use the first aid beauty
detox eye roller in step 4 and its been working wonders. Now for Step 5: this is going to be all
about your spot treatment. This is if your trying to target a pimple, scar, or a dark spot. And the
two most popular actives for spot treating, are benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid for pimples,
and for dark spots, niacinamide, which i have a video about here, that you can watch in depth.
Now the reason why I say to use it before your moisturizer,is so it can really penetrate into
your skin without having to get through another layer. And the reason for spot
treating in the morning would make more sense is if your using a retinol at night, this would
minimize the chances of irritation if your using retinol, as it gives a sufficient amount of time
in between. Which brings us to step 6. Which is moisturize. And Yes, everyone needs a moisturizer,
even if you have oily skin. And ideally its best to apply the moisturizer while the skin is still
damp, from the serum and treatment, so you can lock in more hydration with your moisturizer. What
most people forget is the fact that a moisturizer not only infuses your skin with hydration but also
helps trap in all the products underneath it to make the ingredients even more effective. Which
is why I dont skip out on it. And you notice, how we went from thinnest to thickest. Moisturizers
are usually thicker in consistency because they are designed to absorb slower than your other
products, which helps to protect your skin longer. Which brings us to the thickest and arguable one
of the most important steps, last but not least, step 7: Sunscreen. Sunscreen should be the last
step in your daytime skin care routine. And The absolute bare minimum SPF you need on your face
is SPF 30. Now There is a tricky part to this, I want you to be aware of. Chemical
sunscreens have to be absorbed into the skin to be effective, so applying after your moisturizer
will delay that. However, if you apply your chemical sunscreen before your moisturizer,
your moisturizer will not work as well either because the skin is coated with
chemical sunscreen. So one way to work around that is to use a physical or mineral sunscreen,
since it does not have to get absorbed into your skin. Zinc is a safe and effective option and
provides the broadest protection against UVA and UVB rays. Now to recap that was, step 1:
your cleanser, step 2: your toner. Step 3: your antioxidant serum. Step 4: Your eye cream. Step 5:
your spot treatment. Step 6: Your moisturizer. And lastly step 7: which is your sunscreen.
Now there you go, thats my step by step morning skincare routine, if you want to see one for
nightime, let me know in the comments below. Also dont forget to check the description for all the
products I recommend for each step along the way. Like this video, if you learned anything and Leave
a comment down below if you have any questions, I would be happy to answer them. Until then,
I aspire to see you all live your best life, and ill see you guys on the next one.