Skincare is overwhelming! Here is my daily/weekly routines for maintenance 💧
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DAILY ROUTINE
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SKIN CYCLING 🚲
DAILY ROUTINE
These are the my must have products I use everyday day, alongside my skin cycling routine.
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Reduces redness, and helps prevent breakouts. I use it in the mornings, just make sure to use spf!
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% for Exfoliation & Even Skin Tone
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My favorite face wash! I use it every night and let it sit on my face for at least 60 seconds.
Toleriane Purifying Foaming Facial Wash
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My skin can get pretty dry, so I use this both morning and night to help avoid any dry spots.
Deep Hydration Moisturizing Cream - Skincare
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Hydrates the skin and can be used twice a day (morning and night). I apply to damp skin to increase effectiveness!
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides)
SKIN CYCLING 🚲
Skin cycling refers to rotating between exfoliants, retinoids, and rest / recovery. This allows you to experience the benefits of all products while reducing your risk of irritation.
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Day 1: exfoliating
I use lactic acid because it’s effective yet gentle. I apply it to clean skin (right after my hyaluronic acid) and follow up with a moisturizer.
Lactic Acid 10% + HA: High-Strength Exfoliator for Dry Skin
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Day 2: Retinol
Adapalene is my favorite type of retinol as it also helps with breakouts. Apply to clean skin (after hyaluronic acid) and follow up with moisturizer. When starting a retinol use the sand which method to prevent irritation. Apply a thin...
Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% | Retinoid for Acne
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Day 3 & 4 : Recovery
Maintaining a good skin barrier is vital to healthy skin. It keeps the good stuff in and the bad stuff out. I prefer using a thin layer of cicaplast after my moisturizer on recovery days. An alternative for oily skin is coll...
Cicaplast Balm B5 for Dry Skin Irritations
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Day 3 & 4: Recovery (alternative)
Collagen masks are another great way to maintain a good skin barrier. Apply after moisturizer and leave on for at least 3 hours.