Unlike before, the skincare routine gets more and more complicated that it can be confusing for beginners. After all, thanks to the technology and research we get to know better about our skin and subsequently, the right formula and products to go with it.
But for us newbies to skincare, it can be overwhelming. Fortunately, we have compiled a list of products that are essential for your skincare routine, enough for you to stick to the regimen while helping to improve your skin as well. Here’s how.
Cleanser
It goes without saying that a cleanser is a very first product to start in any skincare routine. The main function of this product is to cleanse your skin from dirt, oil, impurities, and even toxins from the environment that gets stuck on the skin’s surface, as well as within the pore.
Choose the right cleanser according to your skin type and doing the routine twice a day (right after you wake up and before going to bed) is enough to get the job done for cleansed, healthy skin.
Toner
Toner is used to be debatable as one of the must-haves in a skincare routine. The product is used to formulated with alcohol that can be handy for oily/combination skin to remove excess oil effectively, but not so good with dry/sensitive skin.
In fact, it aggravates the skin. But thankfully, thanks to the discovery in Korean-based skincare products, we get to indulge with hydrating toners that work just as well to purify and prep the skin, minus the aggravation.
And yes, hydrating-based toners are suitable for all skin types! Apply the product right after you pat your skin dry from the first step, to maximize the efficacy as well as prep the skin for the next steps.
Essence, serums, or face oil
The products listed in this category are considered to be non-essential but personally, considering the state of the environment (and dietary) we’re in, these products can be essential for your skincare routine especially if you’re skin is not as healthy for some time.
Essence, serum, and face oil are essentially a type of product that adds nutrients to the skin in a more intensive manner than a moisturizer would. As different skin has different issues and/or goals, choose any of these products according to your skin type, skin concern, and the goals you want to achieve for your skin. Depending on the concentration of the product, applying once a day is all you need for your skin.
Moisturizer
The essential product that you need in a skincare routine as a moisturizer not only, well, moisturizes your skin but also works by creating a protective seal on the skin’s surface from any harmful elements in the environment. Choose moisturizer according to your skin type (water-based for oily skin type while creamy ones for dry) and apply a layer to lock all of the goodness of products from the previous step.
Sunscreen
Unlike before, sunscreen is considered to be essential and should be included in a skincare routine. The product essentially works by creating a protective layer for the skin, neutralizing harmful UV rays from penetrating your skin, which causes your skin to age faster than it is supposed to.
Keep in mind to apply in the morning during the routine, and apply at regular intervals to ensure your skin stays protected.
