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Answer a few questions about your skin and we'll build a morning and evening routine, matched to your skin type, concerns and priorities. General guidance, not medical advice.
How to build a skincare routine
A simple routine has four moves: cleanse, treat, moisturise and, in the morning, protect. Layer from the thinnest texture to the richest and give each step a moment to absorb. This is general guidance, not medical advice.
1. Cleanse
Start morning and night with a gentle cleanser suited to your skin type, so the steps that follow can absorb.
2. Treat
Serums carry the active ingredients. Save antioxidants like vitamin C for the morning and treatments like retinol or exfoliating acids for the evening.
3. Moisturise
Lock in hydration with a texture that fits your skin, a lighter gel for oily skin or a richer cream for dry skin.
4. Protect
Finish every morning with a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher, the most important daily step for protecting your skin.
Skincare routine FAQs
In what order should I apply my skincare?
Work from the thinnest texture to the richest: cleanser, then serum, then moisturiser, and in the morning finish with SPF. If you use a facial oil, apply it after your moisturiser as the final step. This is general guidance, not medical advice.
What is the difference between a morning and evening routine?
Mornings focus on protection, so pair an antioxidant serum with a broad-spectrum SPF. Evenings focus on repair, which is the best time for treatments like retinol or exfoliating acids while your skin rests.
How do I introduce active ingredients like retinol?
Start slowly, around two to three nights a week, and always patch test a new product first. Give your skin a few weeks to adjust before adding another active, and stop if you notice ongoing irritation.
Do I really need every step?
No. A cleanser, a moisturiser and a daily SPF are the essentials. Serums, eye creams, facial oils and weekly masks are optional extras you can add once the basics feel comfortable.
Can this routine replace advice from a dermatologist?
No. This builder offers general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a specific skin concern, a persistent condition or sensitive skin, speak to a qualified dermatologist.
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