Proper facial care will help women have healthy, bright and anti-aging skin. In particular, the order of using skin care products plays an important role, because it will determine the effectiveness of skin care.
1. Skin care steps in the morning
Taking care of your skin in the morning will help protect your skin from being damaged by external influences such as dirt, sunlight… Therefore, the priority products to use are moisturizers and sunscreen. Specifically, the order of skin care steps in the morning is as follows:
- Moisturizer. Moisturizes the skin and can come in the form of a cream, gel or balm.
- Sunscreen. Necessary to protect skin against sun damage.
Step 1: Facial cleanser
Facial cleansers are used to remove dirt that has accumulated overnight. You can use an oil or cream cleanser. Experts recommend that you prioritize using an oil-based cleanser to dissolve the oil secreted by the skin.
How to wash your face properly:
- Wet your face
- Take a sufficient amount of facial cream/cleansing oil and apply evenly on the skin
- Massage and rinse face again
- Dry with a clean towel
Step 2: Liquid facial cleanser
Step 3: Toner
Step 4: Antioxidant serum
The serum contains antioxidants that will protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Vitamins C and E are popular antioxidants used to improve skin texture and firmness. Besides, you should also use a few drops of serum to rub evenly on your face and neck.
Step 5: Treatment
Women with blackheads acne will use anti-inflammatory products to treat them.
Step 6: Eye cream
Step 7: Soothe your facial skin with essential oils
The lighter the skin care product is, the sooner it should be applied. Easily absorbed oils are light in weight so should be used before moisturizer. This product is especially effective for dry skin tanning. You will put a few drops of oil on your fingertips, rub them gently before applying to your face.
Step 8: Moisturizer
Moisturizer will help hydrate and soften the skin. Each type of moisturizer will have different effects on different skin types. Therefore, you should choose a moisturizer that is right for you.
- Thick creams are more suitable for normal or combination skin
- Liquid and gel moisturizers are recommended for oily skin types
How to use: Take an amount of moisturizer larger than a pea. Apply the cream to your cheeks first, then apply to the rest of your face.
Step 9: Facial oil has a heavier texture
Products containing oils take some time to absorb into the skin. This product is suitable for dry skin. They will be applied after using moisturizer to lock in previous skin care steps.
Step 10: Sunscreen
Step 11: Foundation or makeup
2. Skin care steps at night
Night is the time when the skin regenerates and recovers. If the skin care products during the day have a light texture, the skin care layer will be thicker at night. Night skin care steps are as follows:
Step 1: Remove oil makeup
Oil-based makeup remover will help break down greasy ingredients in makeup. You can use makeup remover cotton to wipe away dirt and greasy residue.
Step 2: Liquid facial cleanser
Facial cleanser allows removing makeup and dirt on the skin remaining after makeup removal.
Step 3: Exfoliate
Step 4: Moisturizing toner
Use toner to finish the facial cleansing cycle at night and prepare for skin care steps.
Step 5: Skin care acids
Commonly used skin care acid products are Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs). This skin care treatment can help exfoliate, prevent acne, and moisturize.
Step 6: Serum and essence
The serum contains skin-nourishing ingredients (vitamin E), antioxidants (green tea extract). If you are prone to acne, switch to using retinol or vitamin C.
Step 7: Treatment
During this step, anti-inflammatory products are applied to the pimples.
Step 8: Moisturizing mask
Moisturizing masks provide many benefits for dry skin and prevent clogged pores. Based on the purpose of use, you should choose the appropriate mask.
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