About New Routine to Try - May 2025

Stick to acids at night only, and keep daytime all about protection and hydration.

Morning

Gentle Cleanser

Hydrating Toner or Essence

Antioxidant Serum (like Vitamin C, if your skin tolerates it)

Moisturizer

Broad Spectrum SPF 30+ (non-negotiable if you use acids at night!)

Nightime

Cleanser – Use a gentle, non-stripping cleanser – No exfoliating cleansers (save that for your acid product!) Toner (Optional) – Only if it's hydrating and alcohol-free – Skip if you're using an acid for exfoliation Acid Product (like lactic or salicylic acid) – Apply to dry skin – Wait about 10-15 minutes before layering anything else to let it fully absorb and minimize irritation Serum (if needed) – Use something calming or hydrating (like hyaluronic acid or niacinamide) Moisturizer – Go for something soothing and barrier-repairing – Look for ceramides, squalane, or centella asiatica Facial Oil (optional) – Only if your skin’s extra dry and needs that extra cushion