How To Build A Skincare Regime

You’re probably familiar with the mantra ‘cleanse, tone, moisturize’. It’s the cornerstone of every good skin care routine. But what about masks, serums, exfoliants and more? 

With a myriad of products out there, building a personalized skin care routine can be overwhelming.

You need an everyday routine that includes exactly the right steps and skin care products that are just right for your skin. Not sure where to start? Well, begin here with our quick guide to the basic steps, with added top tips and featured products.  

1. Cleanse

Washing your face clear of dirt, dead skin cells, excess oils and makeup is a must. It’ll help keep your skin fresh and clear. Plus, a clean base means moisturizers and other products are better absorbed. 

Cleansing twice a day, morning and night, is ideal. You might prefer a creamy cleanser or one that foams with water, depending on your skin type. 

TOP TIP: At night, you might want to opt for a double cleanse. Before using your regular cleanser, apply an oil, balm or micellar water to remove makeup. 

FEATURED PRODUCTS: 

• CLINIQUE Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm: A nourishing makeup remover that’s suitable for all skin types.
• ELEMIS Gentle Foaming Facial Wash: Leaves your skin with a squeaky clean feeling.
• CLARINS Total Cleansing Oil: A beautifully scented, silky oil-based cleanser.  

2. Tone

Don’t skip this essential step after each cleanse. Toning is designed to balance out your skin by working hydration and skin-loving ingredients deep into the pores whilst also ensuring they are clean and clear. 

TOP TIP: Using an exfoliating toner once a day at night will help remove dead skin cells and brighten your complexion. 

FEATURED PRODUCTS: 

• LA MER The Tonic: Soothes, refreshes and purifies using marine-rich ingredients. 
• PESTLE & MORTAR Exfoliate Toner: A rejuvenating toner that promotes skin renewal to deliver a glowing complexion.

3. Add a serum

Serums deliver powerful ingredients to freshly cleansed skin. They’ll protect it from environmental aggressors and add targeted nutrition. This makes them the best product to personalize your skin care routine and address any specific problems you might have.  

Some serums are designed to prevent skin from drying out, others reduce dark spots and reduce fine lines. In fact, there is a serum out there for every skin issue.

TOP TIP: Why not use more than one serum for different zones on your skin? This will give you the most targeted, effective skincare. 

FEATURED PRODUCTS: 

• CLARINS Double Serum: A youth-boosting serum that firms, smoothens and boosts radiance. 
• LA MER The Lifting Contour Serum: A silky serum that tones, firms and uplifts. 

4. Hydrate 

Moisturizers replace moisture levels inevitably lost throughout the day and by cleansing. Although moisturizers are recommended for all ages, our ability to withhold moisture declines with age. 

The best moisturizers also protect the skin from environmental damage and offer other skin-boosting ingredients. 

TOP TIP: Use different moisturizers for day and night. Night creams should be richer and full of potent, restorative ingredients. Day creams should be lighter and more protective. 

FEATURED PRODUCTS:

• DIOR Dreamskin: A day cream that cares for and protects skin, and promises luminosity.
• CHANEL Hydra Beauty Micro Crème: The advanced micro-droplet formula in this day cream allows moisture to penetrate deep into the skin for beauty and radiance.
• MISSHA Time Revolution Night Repair Special Set: A combination set which features four probiotic creams designed to provide all you need to wake up to glowy, healthy skin. 
• CHANEL Crème de Nuit: A rich night cream that reverses daytime damage, and smoothens and firms your skin. 

5. Include an eye cream 

The skin in the eye area is thinner and more delicate so ideally you should use an eye cream rather than facial moisturizer here. Products are cleverly designed to target common problems like dark circles and puffiness.  

TOP TIP: Look for soothing and brightening ingredients, such as caffeine and vitamin C, but avoid fragrance, which can be irritating.  

FEATURED PRODUCTS:

• CLARINS Total Eye Lift: Anti-aging product that firms and smoothens to guard against fine lines and wrinkles. 
• LANCÔME Advanced Génifique: Features probiotics and a flexible massage applicator. It strengthens and densifies lashes, too. 

6. Don’t forget sun protection

Experts agree that sunscreen is vital, both for your health and your complexion. Avoid skin damage by wearing the best sunscreen for this weather every day of the year. 

TOP TIP: Choose a super lightweight, invisible cream or gel designed for the facial area, and apply before primer and makeup.   

FEATURED PRODUCTS:

• CLINIQUE Super City Block: An easy-to-wear product that feels weightless but offers SPF40. Wear alone or under makeup
• CLARINS UV Plus: This lightweight gel gives UV protection as well as fortifies your skin against atmospheric, indoor, pollen, blue light and photo pollution.

Just a Few Steps Away From Healthy, Beautiful Skin

These six steps represent all the basic day-to-day care your skin needs to be at its best. Taking time to choose products ideally suited to your skin type will also result in a glowier, more youthful complexion. 

With FACES, you can find all the featured products above and more, including extra treats like masks and exfoliants to give your skin a helping hand.

Why not start the search for your ultimate routine now?