Winter Maintenance
Skincare RoutineJust a general maintenance plan that consists of a solid moisturizer, gentle cleanser, retinol...
Just a general maintenance plan that consists of a solid moisturizer, gentle cleanser, retinol and vitamin c serum. Sunscreen is optional as this routine is used in a place where the average UV index is below 2 from the beginning of November thru the end of February. Sun exposure is even recommended during the winter.
Morning Routine
6 steps
Water is preferable, but if there is no water available, this works fine for...
Water is preferable, but if there is no water available, this works fine for cleansing in the morning.
I prefer to wash with water in the morning. However, sometimes a proper wash...
I prefer to wash with water in the morning. However, sometimes a proper wash with cleanser is needed, and this works well without setting my face on fire first thing in the morning.
Alternate with black snail cream. Not for any specific reason other than I...
Alternate with black snail cream. Not for any specific reason other than I like both and can't decide which I like more.
Alternate with skinfix moisturizer. Not for any specific reason other than I...
Alternate with skinfix moisturizer. Not for any specific reason other than I like both and can't decide which I like more.
Only really needed with prolonged sun exposure or for hiking in glacial areas...
Only really needed with prolonged sun exposure or for hiking in glacial areas with significantly higher uv index. Otherwise, some sun is beneficial in the northern latitudes.
Evening Routine
8 steps
To remove makeup or as a general cleanser when water is not available.
To remove makeup or as a general cleanser when water is not available.
Can swap out with the CeraVe if face is feeling sensitive, but a good cleanse...
Can swap out with the CeraVe if face is feeling sensitive, but a good cleanse is still needed
Paint around eyes and corners of nostrils prior to other retinol serum...
Paint around eyes and corners of nostrils prior to other retinol serum application to avoid excessive irritation, but still benefit from retinol treatment. Alternate every other day with vitamin c serum to avoid irritation.
Apply to rest of face after application of The Ordinary retinol around eyes...
Apply to rest of face after application of The Ordinary retinol around eyes and corners of nostrils. Alternate avery other fay with vitamin c serum to avoid irritation.
Alternate with black snail cream. Not for any specific reason other than I...
Alternate with black snail cream. Not for any specific reason other than I like both and can't decide which I like more.
Alternate with skinfix moisturizer. Not for any specific reason other than I...
Alternate with skinfix moisturizer. Not for any specific reason other than I like both and can't decide which I like more.
Apply after showering
Apply after showering