skincare tips

A good skincare routine is usually your ticket to healthy, glowing skin. But, are you sure that you’re getting the most out of all the products you use?

Even if you’re already following the instructions of your skincare products and diligently applying them day and night, there still could be a few little things you can do to make them more effective and last that little bit longer.

Here are some of the expert top tips that every skincare-lover should be following to make sure their skincare is doing its best.

  • Apply your products in the correct order

The order you apply your skincare products is extremely important as it allows for each product to be fully absorbed by your skin.

Generally, products should be applied from thinnest to thickest texture. This is because thinner textures will find it more difficult to break through the thicker ones and penetrate your skin. 

So, if you’re putting a light serum on top of a thick moisturizer, chances are, you won’t experience any benefits from the serum.

A basic routine should be something like this for your morning skincare: cleanse, toner, serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen.

  • Store your skincare properly

Although many people don’t think about it, your skincare can go bad, just like the food in your fridge, so it’s important to store them in the optimal conditions to prevent this.

Skincare should not be in a spot where they’re exposed to direct sunlight as this can cause the ingredients to break down and become ineffective.

The best place to store your skincare is under your skin, or in some kind of cabinet where it can be shut away.

  • Pay attention to expiry dates

All skincare products come with an expiry date and, if you’re using products outside of their expiry date, they may be doing more harm to your skin than good.

The expiry date counts from the moment you open the product, so make sure to keep an eye on when the expiry date is coming up so you can stop using the product.

  • Use chemical peels and retinoids at night

Chemical peels and retinoids are very powerful ingredients that can work wonders for your skin, but you should be careful to use them at the correct time.

These products can be very harsh on the skin and make it sensitive to sunlight, so if you’re using them as part of your morning skincare routine it can make your skin a lot more fragile and delicate – also more prone to burning.

It’s always best to use these kinds of products in the evening to prevent sun damage.

  • Less is more

Using large amounts of your skincare products won’t always guarantee you better results – and it will just mean that you use up all your products quicker.

You only need about 2 or 3 drops of serum and a nickel-sized amount of moisturizer to do the job, so don’t think you need extra product to care for your skin.

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