Order matters: Your guide to skincare order

There are more pots and potions on your vanity than chemicals in a lab. You got them so that your skin looks just as good as it does with Instagram filter. 

The products were purchased with scrutiny of your budget and the reviews, and yet, your skin pretty much looks the same. So, where did you go wrong?

Order matters!

The order in which you apply the products is crucial and marks the territory between, holy guacamole that’s my skin, holy guacamole, why isn’t that my skin. 

Of course, there could be other problems as well, including nutritional deficiencies and skin conditions that might be behind the dull skin. So, consultation with your Dermatologist in Lahore is important, too. 

For to utilize your skincare products, you must respect the order. Certain products cannot be applied with other ingredients, damaging your skin. Similarly, some don’t let the subsequent product to permeate, rendering it useless then. Hence, it is vital that you take care of the order in which you use the product. 

The daytime order 

If you are feeling overwhelmed but another complication being added to your already confounding skincare routine, don’t be, as we got you covered. A good technique to remember the order is by using the following mnemonic: 

Crissy tried establishing some semblance, however mother overruled soon

This is broken down as follows: 

Crissy: Cleanser

Start off with a cleanser. Try going for a mild cleanser unless your skin is oily and acne prone. In that case, go for oil control. Also, as you clean your face afterwards, pat it dry instead of rubbing the towel in your face. 

Tried: Toner 

Toners are great for giving your skin a fresh look, as they help in getting rid of dead skin, hydrating the skin, unloading the pores, and helping with the pH, keeping which optimal is vital. Tap the toner on your face, using light motion. If your skin is very dry, use the formula which is suitable then. 

Establishing: Eye cream 

If you are using eye creams for the wrinkles and dark circles, now is the time to dab them on. Use your ring finger for this, as it has the lightest touch. 

Some: Serums & antioxidants 

You can now apply your serums. Try to use ones that are packed with antioxidants like vitamin C so that your skin cells can recover from the damage otherwise done by the free radicals. 

Similarly, any retinols and acids will also go in this step. Read the labels carefully to see if your serums can be used together. 

Semblance: Spot treatment 

Now, do spot treatment for some targeted issues like blemishes, hyperpigmentation, scars, dark spots etc. Be careful with this step; don’t use products on open wounds.  

However: Hydrate

If your skin has been especially dry, you can now try on a hydrating mask. However, perform this sparingly; you don’t need to use it every day. These help in replenishing moisture to your skin.  

Mother: Moisturize 

Moisturizer is something you cannot skip. It helps in improving the texture of the skin, making it look young and plump. For summers, you can use a lighter lotion but switch to cream for winters, where dry skin is going to be an issue. 

Overruled: Oil 

Facial oils are great for not only to lock the moisture in your skin, but they also offer benefits otherwise as well. 

Soon: Sunscreen 

During the day, using sunscreen is vital as it protects against sun damage, which includes hyperpigmentation, skin cancer, premature aging etc. 

The nighttime order 

The order for the most part remains the same, except for substituting sunscreen with night cream, but even then, you can skip this step. Perhaps in summers, when its already too hot, night cream can be too much. 

If your skin is not improving despite the change in order, you must consult your Dermatologist in Karachi.