Amanda Phelps

Your skin needs protection before, during, and after a workout. I recommend lightweight, sweat-friendly products, including a non-comedogenic sunscreen, refreshing facial mist, gentle cleanser, and lightweight moisturizer to help keep skin clean, comfortable, and hydrated without feeling heavy.

Involves alternating between different skincare ingredients to address various skin concerns, avoid potential overuse/sensitization and to promote overall skin health. Daily musts: Mild cleanser and moisturizer, retinol, hyaluronic acid and SPF

Yes, men's skin is different than women's skin but it doesn't mean they don't need skincare. … they do! Men's skin tends to be more oily and thicker. Men also tend to prefer simple skincare routines but effective. Men usually look for products that absorb quickly and don't feel greasy and/or sticky

Finally, a guide to help pregnant/breastfeeding women find an effective and safe skincare routine

Focuses on gentle exfoliation and targeted ingredients like vitamin C or niacinamide to even tone, reduce dullness, and enhance radiance

Teen skincare should be simple, gentle, and easy to maintain. I recommend a mild cleanser, lightweight moisturizer, and daily sunscreen, with targeted acne products added when needed—without overwhelming young skin with too many active ingredients.

Follow this routine if you are in your 20's to mid 30's. This age range is all about keeping your skin in shape and learning about anti-aging. Seems kind of early? Not so much, skin's turnover starts to slow down in our 30's

As your skin changes, your routine may need a little extra focus on hydration, prevention, and maintaining a healthy-looking complexion. I recommend antioxidant serums, gentle exfoliators, nourishing moisturizers, and daily sunscreen, with targeted ingredients like vitamin C, peptides, and retinoids to address your individual skin concerns.

Melasma can be stubborn, so a consistent, gentle routine is key. I recommend products that help brighten uneven skin tone while supporting the skin barrier, along with daily broad-spectrum sunscreen to help protect against UV exposure and prevent dark spots from becoming more noticeable.

A common complaint I hear in clinic from my patients from age 16 to age 72 - “I hate my pores." It's the one common skin woe that can annoy any gender, age or skin type. Pores can be minimized with professional treatments but using certain products at home can not only maintain pores but prevent them from getting larger.

To be perfectly honest, products alone are not going to solve elasticity concerns. It takes a combination of skin treatments and products for the best result. That being said, I still encourage using products at home to help maintain results and to help prevent further sagging of the skin. Listed here are products I approve of for promoting skin tightening and firming.

I recommend to all my patients to try to get a retinol into their routine. It can be confusing with the various types of retinol but with this list I make it easy to find a retinol that suits your skin type & concerns. Retinols have come a long way where even the most compromised skin can use one

Vitamin C is a versatile antioxidant that can help brighten dull skin, improve the appearance of uneven tone, and support your skin’s defense against environmental stressors. I recommend choosing a well-formulated vitamin C product that fits your skin type and using it consistently for the best results.

Common humectants such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and aloe vera - Attract and retain moisture in the skin, keeping it plump, smooth, and hydrated for a healthy, supple appearance.

Cleansers come in a variety of forms and everyone as their preference. This list is cleansers I approve of and organized by formulation

Products are separated by what the product mainly targets in the eye area. Most eye products will target several concerns but here they are listed by what the product will primarily treat - making it easier to find the best eye product

Your lips deserve skincare, too! I recommend nourishing lip balms, treatments, masks, and lip products that help prevent dryness, smooth rough texture, and keep lips soft and hydrated. Don’t forget a lip product with SPF for daily sun protection.

Your makeup should work with your skincare, not against it. Look for gentle, non-comedogenic formulas that won’t clog pores or irritate your skin. Mineral makeup, lightweight foundations, tinted moisturizers, and products with skin-loving ingredients can provide beautiful coverage while helping your skin stay comfortable and healthy-looking.

Makeup can enhance your natural features while still supporting healthy-looking skin. I recommend lightweight, skin-friendly formulas that are non-comedogenic when possible and contain nourishing ingredients, especially if your skin is sensitive, dry, or acne-prone.

Lightweight, natural-looking products to subtly enhance features while keeping the skin fresh, radiant, and almost bare-looking

K-beauty products focus on gentle, hydration-rich formulas that support healthy, glowing skin through consistent care rather than harsh treatments. They often feature innovative ingredients with an emphasis on layering lightweight products for long-term skin health.

French skincare emphasizes simplicity, elegance, and maintaining a healthy skin barrier with minimal but effective products. It often focuses on gentle cleansing, hydration, pharmacy-based formulations, and achieving naturally radiant skin rather than covering imperfections.

Beach skincare focuses on protecting the skin from sun exposure, saltwater, wind, and dehydration while keeping the routine lightweight and comfortable. Key products often include broad-spectrum sunscreen, antioxidant serums, hydrating mists, and soothing after-sun treatments to help prevent dryness and sun damage.

The DSPT™ Skin Type is Dry, Sensitive, Pigmented, and Tight. DSPT is prone to dehydration, inflammation and hyperpigmentation.

While dry, sensitive skin can be a challenge for this skin type, the right skincare regimen that includes a barrier repair moisturizer and anti-inflammatory ingredients can leave DSNT types well on their way to healthier, clearer skin.

DSPW is one of the most complex and challenging skin types to manage, as all four barriers to skin health are present: dehydration, inflammation, pigmentation, and aging. DSPW skin is also sensitive and therefore prone to inflammation like acne and/or rosacea