Ensure your hands are clean before touching your face to prevent transferring dirt, bacteria, and oils that can cause breakouts.

Start with an oil-based cleanser to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and excess oil on your skin's surface. Follow up with a water-based cleanser suited to your skin type to remove impurities without stripping your skin's natural moisture. Double cleansing ensures a thorough cleanse, promoting clearer and healthier skin.

Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, revealing smoother, brighter skin. Use gentle exfoliants suitable for your skin type—avoid over-exfoliating, which can lead to irritation and sensitivity. Choose between chemical exfoliation (using acids like AHAs or BHAs) for a deeper cleanse or manual exfoliation (using scrubs or brushes) for a physical buffing effect. Chemical exfoliation is often gentler and more effective for sensitive skin types.

After cleansing, apply skincare products from thinnest to thickest consistency. Start with serums and treatments, followed by moisturizers. During the day, finish with sunscreen; at night, use heavier night creams. Allow each layer to absorb for about 30 seconds to 1 minute before applying the next to maximize efficacy and absorption into the skin. Lock in hydration with a moisturizer suitable for your skin type, which helps maintain skin barrier function and prevents moisture loss. Follow with sunscreen every morning, even on cloudy days, even if you are near windows, to protect against UV damage and premature aging. Wait a few minutes between each product application to ensure absorption and efficacy.