How To Layer your Skinceuticals Products As Part Of Your Skincare Routine

All About Skinceuticals

SkinCeuticals was developed by skincare scientist Dr. Sheldon Pinnell. His products are mainly focused on innovative skincare that can improve the overall health and appearance of the skin. The purpose of SkinCeuticals is to provide advanced skincare that is backed by science and not just empty promises.

From decades of skin cancer research, SkinCeuticals reached a breakthrough in antioxidants that came with high potency formulas that contain pure actives that have qualities that allow for optimum penetration to the skin.

SkinCeuticals is made in the USA and is highly recommended and used by dermatologists, plastic surgeons, medical spas and other homecare aesthetic procedures. You can now buy Skinceuticals in the UK at Skinstation, so you get to enjoy the benefits of the innovative skincare too.

How Do I Layer Skinceutical Products Effectively?

Instead of slapping on all your SkinCeuticals products and ending up with sticky skin, product pilling, or wasting your skincare, below is a step by step guide on how you should layer your products effectively that will leave you with beautifully clean, smooth and moisturised complexion this autumn 2020.

1. Start With A Clean Slate

Before applying any skincare, always start with a freshly cleansed face. Use a facial cleanser to remove oil, dirt, and makeup residue that has accumulated throughout the day.

SkinCeuticals offers a wide range of facial cleansers for different skin types such as dry, normal, combination, oily and sensitive skin. All of the facial cleansers in the SkinCeuticals skincare range contain a powerful yet gentle surfactant system that cleans skin without stripping away the natural oils of your skin—thus, leaving it soft and supple after use. This will keep your skin moisturised and glowing throught the colder months of the year. It also has a high-concentration of key ingredients that can solve skin problems such as breakouts, excess oil and dryness.

For normal skin, SkinCeuticals have the Replenishing Cleanser that offers dual-action face wash with a ceramide complex for deep cleansing. For acne-prone skin, they have the LHA Cleansing Gel and Purifying Cleanser with Glycolic Acid that works really well in preventing and managing acne, a common skin issue in autumn and winter. 

2. Toners

Facial toners should always be your second step in your skincare routine and is as vital as everything else. Apply your favorite SkinCeuticals facial toner using a cotton pad and swipe it over the face to remove dirt and makeup residue that you might have missed during cleansing. This all-important step ensures that your skin is toned and well-prepped for the next step in your skincare routine.

SkinCeuticals skincare range offers different kinds of facial toners with different functions. First, the LHA toner that has glycolic acid which helps with clogged pores. As well as the Conditioning Toner that clarifies, softens, refreshes the skin and helps in minimising the appearance of open pores. Although not available in the UK at the moment you can get hold of SkinCeuticals anti-age and blemish toner.

3. Antioxidants And Serums

It’s never too early to start with antioxidants. If there’s anything that can delay ageing or protect your skin from further damage this winter—it’s antioxidants. Oxidative stress can break down collagen, which results in the hindered process of the natural repair of your skin. It can even trigger inflammation that causes wrinkles, fine lines, and even acne breakouts. Not only that, but it helps to brighten and even out your skin tone.

SkinCeuticals is famous for its C E Ferulic Serum. You can apply this as the third step of your skincare routine after cleansing and toning. This serum is the Holy Grail for most and has a triple vitamin C content that aims to protect the skin to an advanced level. Apply four to five drops on your face and neck in a dabbing motion. With regular use, you will have smoother, brighter and glowing skin with a youthful glow.

SkinCeuticals also offers the Phyto Corrective Gel that aids in calming skin redness, the Discoloration Defense Serum that’s for spot correcting skin discolorations, and the C + AHA for a two-in-one antioxidant serum for environmental protection and skin exfoliation.

4. Let It Dry

Don’t forget to give each SkinCeuticals skincare product a few minutes to dry before adding the next. Never apply your skincare products layer after layer when they’ve not been fully absorbed by your skin. Not only will you be rubbing off one product when you apply the next, but you might not be getting the entire benefit of the product because it’s not taking to your skin properly.

5. Locking The Products Down

The next step in your SkinCeuticals skincare routine is to seal the moisture on your skin using a moisturiser, something that is particularly important in the cooler months of autumn and winter when your skin can be prone to dryness. Any skin routine will not be complete without this step. Regardless of what skin type you have, you need to find a suitable moisturiser that can cater to the needs of your skin.

Moisturisers act as a temporary barrier of the outermost layer of the skin, locking in your skin's moisturiser and skincare products. Thus, protecting your skin from the harmful effects of different environmental factors and keeping your complexion glowing and dewy.

SkinCeuticals have moisturisers that hydrate your skin and are designed for all skin types. Their best-selling moisturiser is the Hydrating B5 Gel that contains hyaluronic acid. It is an oil-free serum that helps in restoring the radiance of your skin with just a few drops. If you want something that hydrates and minimizes pores at the same time, their Daily Moisture variant is a perfect fit for those who have normal to oily skin. SkinCeuticals also has a Metacell Renewal B3, a moisturising lotion that can reverse early signs of ageing when used regularly.

6. Reverse If Needed

For those who have sensitive skin, applying a product that’s too strong such as actives, can cause redness and irritation. What you can do is apply a simple serum before that product to reduce the potency. 

7. Protect

Protect your skin further by making sure that you never go without your sunscreen during the day, a vital skincare step that should not be neglected in autumn and winter. This last step is very crucial since it helps protect your skin from the harmful UVA and UVB rays from the sun. Not only will you be avoiding sunburns if you regularly use your sunscreen during the day, but it will also lessen the appearance of sunspots, fine lines, and wrinkles.

SkinCeuticals has broad-spectrum sunscreens that fight against photoaging for all skin types. It also has chemical-free UV filters that are suitable for daily and active use because of its lightweight feel. SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense Sunscreen even contains a slight tint that can blur out imperfections. It can be used alone or underneath your makeup.

Don’t forget that SkinCeuticals also has a range of products to combat specific skin concerns. From slowing the signs of ageing to fighting acne, there is a whole range of SkinCeuticals products made specifically to improve your skin’s health and appearance such as the Phyto Corrective Gel.

Other Skin Care Tips To Remember:

1. Wash And Apply

The best time to apply your skincare is after washing your face or taking a shower or bath. When your skin is damp, it easily locks in the hydration from your moisturiser and other products compared to applying it when your skin is already dry. Also, leaving your skin to dry after washing it without applying your step-by-step skin routine or simply an adequate moisturiser will dehydrate your skin further, because dry air tends to suck the moisture out of your skin, the last thing your complexion needs when facing the drying air of autumn and winter.