Japanese layering is a beauty ritual that takes care of your skin every day through different steps. How? What are these famous steps that come to the rescue of your skin? Become an expert on this infallible beauty ritual!
What is layering?
Japanese layering is a Japanese beauty ritual that is extremely widespread throughout Asia, particularly in South Korea. In Asia, where purity is synonymous with beauty, the skin must be luminous, soft and velvety, which is why special attention is paid to skincare. But what is Japanese layering and what does it consist of?
Japanese women, in their quest for beautiful, radiant and flawless skin, have developed a skincare routine based on the layering of several layers of cosmetics. These treatments are applied in a very specific order, which helps optimize the treatment applied next. Each product plays a particular role in enhancing, smoothing and illuminating the skin. Expertly studied, Japanese layering is a moment of pure well-being to treat yourself to every day.
Before embarking on this made in Japan skincare routine, make sure you know your skin type. Using the right products according to your needs is essential to obtain satisfactory results. For example, oily or acne-prone skin will not have the same characteristics as dry or dehydrated skin.
Define your beauty goals to choose the benefits of the different treatments you will apply. Get rid of blackheads? Give your complexion a boost? Reduce wrinkles and fine lines? Japanese layering can treat so many problems. To do this, simply follow the steps carefully!
Makeup remover
Whether you adopt Japanese layering or not, removing makeup is the first step in all beauty rituals. Essential, removing makeup is necessary to remove all traces of makeup and to knock out impurities, pollution, dust and excess sebum accumulated during the day. If you don't have the time or the products necessary for all the steps of Japanese layering, don't hesitate to use a Collosol wipe to remove makeup, cleanse and moisturize your face!
• How to remove makeup?
Using a disposable cotton pad or, ideally, an organic washable cotton pad, apply a few drops of Collosol Eau de Lait to your skin. Its milky formula is ideal for cleansing and removing makeup from all skin types, from the most sensitive to the driest. Paraben-free and surfactant-free, this milky lotion removes impurities and makeup without damaging the skin. Special mention for its fresh and powdery scent, perfect for starting your Japanese layering while feeling soothed and relaxed.
The cleaner
Japanese women complete the makeup removal step with a deep cleanse using a cleansing gel or cleansing foam. This second part of the double cleansing process ensures that your skin is completely free of impurities and dead skin that can clog pores and prevent the rest of your skincare from working optimally.
• How to clean your skin?
Choose the cleanser formula that best suits your skin type. This can be a superfatted soap or a cleansing foam such as Chantilly Collosol without fragrance, for example. Gently cleanse your skin without rubbing, using small circular movements. Rinse with clean, lukewarm water and dry with a clean, soft towel, patting your face rather than rubbing it so as not to irritate it.
The lotion
Applying a tonic lotion aims to remove limescale residue and soothe the skin after the cleansing step. The tonic prepares your skin to receive the remaining care. You can also choose a floral water that will leave a soft and light scent on your skin. Among the most used floral waters, we find lavender water, chamomile water or rose water , which is one of the ingredients of Collosol products because it is full of benefits for the skin.
• How to apply a tonic lotion?
Most toners or floral waters have a spray to make them easier to use. If this is the case, spray the lotion directly onto your face and let it air dry before proceeding to the next step. Otherwise, pour a few drops of toner into your hands or onto a cotton pad and apply to your skin, morning and evening, by tapping with your fingers to activate collagen production and allow the skin to regenerate more quickly. Here too, Eau de Lait is ideal because it gently removes limescale residue without damaging the skin.
The serum
Also called fluid, serum is a treatment that addresses a specific need. There are some for different issues: serum for radiance, for hydration, purifying serum, lifting, anti-aging or even anti-fatigue. All that remains is to find the one that best meets the needs of your skin and your face.
• How to apply a serum?
The serum is applied morning and evening to your face, décolleté and neck, generally using a pipette. In general, a few drops are enough to cover the entire area because the serums are very concentrated. Spread the serum with your fingers, focusing on the areas to be treated: patches, fine lines, pimples, dry areas, etc.
Moisturizing cream
Day or night, the moisturizer complements the effects of the serum. Applying a moisturizer is a crucial step in the beauty routine of Japanese women who attach particular importance to hydration. Hydrated skin is supple and luminous skin, which will be less prone to wrinkles and imperfections, which is why this step is essential in Japanese layering.
• How to apply your moisturizer?
Apply about a dab of moisturizer to your fingertips and smooth it over your face, starting with your cheeks, which are generally drier, and finishing with your T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) so as not to apply too much product to these oily areas. Feel free to adapt this gesture according to your skin type, focusing more on dry areas.
Eye contour
The contour of your eyes has specific needs that Japanese layering takes into account. A very sensitive area, the contour of the eyes is generally the first part of the face to be marked by the signs of aging, especially at the temples. As a preventative measure, Japanese women include ultra-hydrating and regenerating eye contour in their daily routine using products specifically designed for this area.
• How to apply your eye contour?
Morning and evening, spread the eye contour with your fingertips, from the inner corner to the outer corner of the eye. Guaranteed decongestant effect for a fresh and sparkling look even after a short night!
Lip balm
Just like the eye contour, lips require special attention. The last step in the Japanese layering ritual, lip balm enhances, hydrates and protects lips from external aggressions.
• How to apply lip balm?
If you opt for shea butter, a small amount is enough to cover your entire lips. Apply this small amount to the center of your lips and then pinch them to evenly distribute the product and plump up your lips. If you've been heavy-handed, you can use the excess to nourish your hands!
As you will have understood, 10 minutes are enough to adopt Japanese layering and pamper your skin daily. If this may seem tedious, some products like Collosol Milk Water can allow you to group several steps into one: makeup removal, cleansing and toning! All that's left is to find your care products according to your problems. Smooth, pure, hydrated and luminous skin awaits you at the end of these 7 steps! From now on, when someone you know asks what Japanese layering is, you will have the answer to all their questions!
Our advice: always keep Collosol wipes on hand, which remove makeup, cleanse and moisturize your skin in one go for days when you're short on time, or when you're traveling.
