The Ultimate Guide to The Ordinary Skincare Routine for Beginners

Welcome to your daily skincare routine, where you’ll learn the basics of how to take care of your skin. In these uncertain times, it’s essential to establish self-care routines, and what better way to start the day than practicing self-love and care by taking care of your skin.

The Basics of a Skincare Routine

Before we get started with your daily routine, it’s vital to understand the types of products you should be using, and what they do to your skin. The basic skincare routine consists of four steps. The first step is cleansing, followed by toning, moisturizing, and, lastly, protecting your skin from harmful UV Rays, using sunscreen.

Cleansing

Cleansing is the foundation of any skincare routine. It removes the dirt, impurities, and excess oil that has accumulated on your skin overnight. It is an essential step to achieve healthy, clean skin, preventing breakouts, and minimizing pores. There are two types of cleansers: oil-based, and water-based cleansers. For oil-based cleansers, we recommend The Body Shop’s Chamomile Cleansing Butter, which gently melts away makeup, dirt, and impurities. On the other hand, water-based cleansers like The Ordinary’s Squalane Cleanser are ideal for oily and acne-prone skin. They help control oil secretion and deep clean your pores.

Toning

Toning is the second step in your routine, and it is essential to balance your skin’s pH level, which will be disrupted during the cleansing process. Toners conditioning and prepare your skin to better absorb the moisturizer you’ll use next. A well-formulated toner soothes and hydrates the skin, allowing for better absorption of the active ingredients in your moisturizer. Thayers Witch Hazel Toner is a fanfare when it comes to toners. It gently exfoliates and tightens the skin’s pores and helps to reduce redness and irritation.

Moisturizing

Moisturizing is the third essential step in your routine, and it helps to hydrate, nourish, and lock in all the moisture in your skin. All skin types needs hydration, irrespective of oily or dry, and for this reason, it’s important to use a moisturizer. A well-formulated moisturizer can also prevent premature aging, protect your skin’s barrier, and even out your skin tone. For moisturizing, we recommend The Ordinary’s Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA. It’s lightweight, absorbs quickly, and is excellent for all skin types, leaving your skin feeling hydrated, smooth, and looking radiant.

Sun Protection

Sunscreen is the last, but not the least step to your final morning routine. It’s important to protect your skin from harmful sun rays because they can lead to premature aging, pigmentation, and even skin cancer. The KraveBeauty’s Beet Shield SPF50+ PA++++ is a perfect go-to sunscreen because it doesn’t leave a white cast, it’s lightweight, and perfect for all skin types. It’s a two-in-one product that moisturizes your skin while providing broad-spectrum UV protection.

Conclusion

So there you have it, the steps you need to take for a healthy and great skin. Remember, it’s okay to prioritize time and money in taking care of your skin since we only have one skin, and it’s worth fighting for. Do you have a skincare routine? Do you have any questions? Feel free to share in the comments below!