BEAUTY GUIDE EPISODE 2:
The IDEAL Skincare Routine
An Aestheticians’s Pro tips
Achieving healthy skin is not rocket science, but it does require effort and consistency. This easy-to-adopt regimen consists of a few foundational products — The cleanser, toner, *serum, SPF moisturizer, and nourishing cream work together in a specific order to give you the best results. Proper skincare layering is also key, so make sure to apply these products in the order above. Lastly, certain products are more effective for nighttime versus day.
During the day, our skin’s oil production is at its highest and it’s exposed to pollution and harmful UV rays. At this time, our skin needs lighter products infused with antioxidants and SPF to help defend and protect it.
At night our skin produces less oil and goes into repair mode, which means it needs more nourishing products with vitamins and peptides to help restore and counteract the harmful effects of the day.
STEP 1: Cleanse
The first step in any skincare routine is proper cleansing. Choose a cleanser that is best suited for your specific skin concern. A cleanser designed for all skin types (and my personal favorite) is Juliette Armand Elements Cleansing Face Foam - for all skin types.
STEP 2: Toner
Toners are applied after cleansing. They help balance the skin’s pH and remove excess dirt, oil, makeup, and other impurities. A well-formulated toner can help your complexion appear fresher, smoother, and more balanced—without over-drying your skin. We recommend Juliette Armand Elements AHA Preparation Lotion with AHA that reduces the pH of the skin and enhances the efficacy of the cosmetic products. For all skin types. Look for ingredients like retinol (a form of vitamin A), hyaluronic acid, peptides and vitamin C.
STEP 3: Serum
Serums can add moisture and high concentrations of beneficial nutrients to your skin to target concerns like wrinkles, discoloration and uneven texture. There are a few common types of serums: Anti-aging, Hydrating, Antioxidants, Brightening and Resurfacing serums. Anti-aging serums help slow down the aging process and work to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Look for ingredients like retinol (a form of vitamin A), hyaluronic acid, peptides and vitamin C. We highly recommend Gold Award winning Juliette Armand, Elements Retinoid 3%. Follow the episodes of our Beauty Guide to find out more about other different serums. Serums should be applied after a cleanser, toner and before a moisturizer. Depending on the formula, serums can be used daily, both morning and night (always follow the directions on the package). To apply, gently pat the product on damp skin.
STEP 4: Moisturize and Protect.
This is an essential skincare step to keep you hydrated and protected from the sun’s harmful rays. We cannot get enough of our Juliette Armand Bronze Award Winning Face Gel SPF 30. Oil free and light tinted sunscreen face gel for all skin types. It offers a broad spectrum of sun protection from UVA, UVB and infrared (IR) radiation .
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