Routine & facial care: what are the daily steps?
The world of skincare can seem overwhelming at first, but it doesn't have to be. Taking care of your facial skin should become second nature. You just have to learn how to treat your skin properly on a daily basis.
What are the essential steps to creating a facial skincare routine that really works? To answer this question, we have prepared this guide to creating your daily skincare routine.
Spending a few minutes a day on your skincare can bring impressive changes in the long term, and your skin will be very grateful! But be careful, the order in which you apply the products defines how your skin will absorb them... and the effect they will have!
Facial cleansing
To have clear skin , it is imperative that your face is completely clean before continuing the treatment. The ideal is to cleanse the skin twice a day: in the morning (to remove excess sebum that occurs during sleep) and in the evening (to remove impurities and makeup residue).
If you wear makeup, remove it with a gentle makeup remover like our bi-phase Mi-Eau Mi-Lait , or our Extra Cleansing Oil . You can finish cleaning your skin with a cleanser without sulfates or detergents, like our Eau de Lait . If you don't wear makeup, don't forget to still cleanse your face with a very gentle cleanser like our Chantilly cleansing foam.
In addition, you should know that daily pollution leaves impurities on your skin that you can remove with our two-phase makeup remover or with our makeup remover oil. It is therefore important to purify your skin and clean it daily to keep it clean and fresh. And when you are on the go, don't forget that you can use our Cleansing and Makeup Removing Milk Wipes for the face to wash your skin in the morning and evening.
Facial toning
When you tone your skin, you prepare it to absorb the rest of the treatment products more effectively. A good toner hydrates and rebalances your skin's pH, boosts its defense mechanisms, and reduces the size of pores. Its liquid consistency also helps it penetrate quickly.
Apply the toner with a cotton pad and let it absorb to reveal smooth skin . You can use our Hydrating Milk Water as a toner. It will also helpsoothe the skin .
Application of facial serum
Facial serum is a formula of active ingredients in very high concentration and penetrates into the deepest layers of the skin. There are serums for different actions: repair, brighten, moisturize, treat wrinkles… This step is not essential for young skin (although we recommend it for all ages) but it is very powerful on mature skin. Apply 2 to 3 drops of serum with your hands in small touches all over the face.
Facial hydration
Moisturizers are typically a slightly denser textured product than serums because they are designed to absorb more slowly. This helps seal in moisture and protect your skin. Moisturizing your face is a must-have step in any skincare routine. We need moisture to maintain elasticity and the barrier effect (preventing the skin from losing water and becoming dehydrated). It is best to choose moisturizers with plant oils, rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, such as wheat germ oil or rosehip.
Facial treatment
Between 1 to 3 times a week, depending on when you feel your skin needs it, it is important to exfoliate your skin and apply a mask. When to apply the face mask in the daily routine? It depends on the type of mask. If it is moisturizing, apply it after the toner (like everything that is moisturizing). If it is rather purifying, apply it before the toner (but after cleansing). Scrubs and masks allow you to have an even skin tone .
If you've been dreaming of smoother skin without imperfections, wrinkles, fine lines, spots or pores, now you know all the secrets of our facial care routine. All you have to do is apply it all in your bathroom on a daily basis, of course!
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