I didn’t start really taking care of my skin until I was in my mid-twenties. I thought everything was a gimmick and didn’t really understand the importance of taking care of your skin (especially with hydration and SPF!!!). As I’ve gotten more and more into skincare, I’ve realized what my skin needs and what it doesn’t. So let’s get into my current skincare routine from start to finish!
Over the years (and as I’ve gotten older), I’ve realized that my skin doesn’t need much. I know that makes me VERY lucky, but after speaking with my dermatologist the only thing my skin TRULY needs is: hydration, retinol, and SPF. In the morning, I like to focus on getting my skin hydrated and glowy (and prepped for make up if needed). At night, I focus on heavier product, masks, and active ingredients.
Current Skincare Routine
Morning Skincare Routine
Step 1: Cleanse
Since I have pretty dry skin all year round, I don’t wash my face in the morning. But when I do wash my face I switch between Youth To The People’s Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser and La Roche Posay’s Gentle Facial Cleanser (if my skin is especially irritated/dry). I simply splash my face with cold water to get rid of any excess product from my nighttime routine.
Step 2: Tone
After pat drying my skin, I use CeraVe’s Hydrating Toner. My skin typically has some dry patches, so I feel like this helps and I love that it’s so affordable.
Step 3: Serum
Next, I use U Beauty’s Resurfacing Compound. I plan on doing a complete review of U Beauty because I’m actually blown away by their products. The Resurfacing Compound takes the place of EIGHT (!!!) products which is insane.
Step 4: Moisturize
I let that settle in a bit, go get my morning coffee started, and then come back to apply my moisturizer. I swap between MDSolarSciences Daily Perfecting Moisturizer w/ SPF 30, La Roche Posay Double Repair Face Moisturizer, and U Beauty’s Super Hydrator.
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Evening Skincare Routine
Step 1: Cleansing Balm
I’ve been trying to get better about double cleansing, so I started using this balm at night.
Step 2: Cleanse
After that, I use either the YTTP or La Roche Posay mentioned above.
Step 3: Serum
After that, I’ll use Drunk Elephant’s B-Hydra serum, a Soothing & Barrier Support serum. Then I’ll finish off with some Squalane and the Super Hydrator from U Beauty.
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Step 4: Mask
When it’s a mask night I’ve been loving this hydration mask and this viral sheet mask that you leave on overnight (I actually haven’t slept with mine yet, I just start my nightly routine very early, ha).
Step 5: Red Light
I also try to use my LED red light mask a couple times a week. I didn’t want to spend a ton of money, and I thought this one was reasonably priced with good reviews. To be completely honest, I don’t know if it works. Everyone I follow that I trust their skincare recs have talked about the benefits of red light therapy. So I’m going to continue to use it!
Step 6: Lip Treatment
I finish everything off with U Beauty’s Lip Plasma (don’t forget to use code DANA20 at checkout!) or Rhode’s Peptide Lip Treatment. I love a little glaze on the lip while still getting tons of hydration – so these products are so elite for me!
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I absolutely loved reading your skincare routine! It’s so detailed and informative, and I love how you broke down each step, from cleansing to moisturizing. Your approach to consistency and using products tailored to your skin type really resonated with me. It’s great to see how much care and thought you’ve put into selecting the right products. I’m definitely going to try incorporating some of your tips, especially the one about exfoliating gently to avoid irritation. Thanks for sharing your routine – it’s inspiring and makes skincare feel more achievable for everyone!
Some great selections! I’m a massive fan of The Ordinary. How did you find the face mask? I’ve not been brave enough to try it overnight yet, is it comfortable?
Thanks for sharing your skincare routine! It’s always inspiring to see how others approach self-care and maintain glowing skin. Thanks For Sharing
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Thanks for sharing your routine and the helpful tips! The emphasis on consistency and finding what works for your skin is very valuable
Your skincare journey is so relatable! It’s amazing how simple yet effective your routine is—hydration, retinol, and SPF really are the holy grail. I love that you focus on quality over quantity and that you’ve found what truly works for your skin. Your breakdown is super helpful, and now I’m tempted to try the U Beauty Resurfacing Compound! Also, I totally get the struggle with double cleansing—it’s a game changer once you get into the habit. Excited for your full review on U Beauty! 💖✨
I really appreciate how detailed and thoughtful your skincare routine is! From my experience with treatments like BioRePeel, I’ve learned that what you do after a peel or exfoliation is just as important as the products you use daily. Following proper aftercare—like gentle cleansing, hydrating, and sun protection—is key to getting the best results and avoiding irritation. I found this BioRePeel aftercare guide – https://beautydermal.com/blog/biorepeel-aftercare-essential-tips-for-optimal-recovery-and-results/ super helpful in understanding how to support my skin post-treatment. Incorporating these steps helped me maintain a glowing, healthy complexion without setbacks. Highly recommend checking it out if you’re exploring peels or other resurfacing treatments!