SKINCARE PRODUCTS

Every person’s skin is different, and any skincare routine should be customised for both skin type and unique skin concerns. However, there are a few essential steps, and selecting the proper skincare formula for each one is key for maintaining healthy-looking skin. A basic skincare routine includes a facial cleanser, a vitamin C serum, a moisturiser, and sunscreen to cover the skin’s cleansing, hydration, and environmental-protection needs. The addition of toner, corrective serums, and retinol skincare products can further help address specific skin concerns and amplify the results of any core skincare routine .

Even if your skincare routine doesn’t include all of these steps, we recommend you follow this skin care routine order to make the most out of your products.
Morning routine:

• 1. Cleanser
• 2. Toner
• 3. Vitamin C serum
• 4. Corrective serum*
• 5. Moisturiser
• 6. Broad-spectrum, high SPF sunscreen

In the evening::

• 1. Cleanser
• 2. Toner
• 3. Corrective serum
• 4. Retinol skincare products
• 5. Moisturiser or night cream

*When applying multiple serums, apply the one with the lightest, most fluid consistency first. Give the serum a chance to absorb before applying additional serums. Follow our guide on how to layer skincare for more information.

SkinCeuticals' commitment to highly efficacious, science-backed skincare means we create formulas containing highly efficacious ingredients, providing targeted solutions to a range of skin concerns. All products also use packaging designed to preserve their potency. Some of the ingredients we use include:

• Vitamin C: A potent antioxidant that brightens the skin, boosts collagen, and protects against environmental damage. We carry several potent vitamin C serums to suit all skin types.
• Retinol: The gold standard for anti-aging, retinol are known for their ability to improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and target blemish-prone skin. Find retinol in the SkinCeuticals range of retinol creams.
• Hyaluronic acid: Universally loved for its ability to attract and retain moisture. This humectant is found in cleansers, moisturisers, creams and serums to ensure the skin is hydrated. It's suitable for all skin types and a staple in many routines. Our hyaluronic serums contain high concentrations of hyaluronic acid for deep hydration.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A multi-tasking ingredient that addresses a variety of concerns, including redness, pore size, and skin tone. Its versatility and generally good tolerability make niacinamide very popular. The Metacell Renewal Serum is formulated with niacinamide to support smoother, more even skin tone.
• Peptides: Peptides are short chains of amino acids that help promote collagen production to visibly improve skin firmness. This ingredient is often used in anti-ageing skin care products, include our range of peptide serums.
• Salicylic acid: An oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid that exfoliates the pores, helping to manage excess oil and minimise breakouts. SkinCeuticals carries a number of salicylic acid products to suit oily and blemish-prone skin.
• Glycolic acid: An alpha-hydroxy acid that gently exfoliates the surface of the skin, improving texture and tone. Glycolic acid is a gentler exfoliant compared to salicylic acid, and can be found in the Glycolic Renewal Facial Cleanser.

Your skin type is defined by how much sebum (oil) your skin naturally produces, how it responds to certain ingredients, how it feels and its overall appearance. Skin types include normal, dry, oily, and combination and there are general characteristics associated with each. Although primarily determined by genetics, factors such as ageing, hormonal fluctuations, change of seasons, or travelling to a different climate can have an effect on one’s skin type.
Normal skin
Normal skin will have no distinct characteristics, neither overly oily or overly dry. Skin care products for normal skin should focus on maintaining the skin's condition.
Dry skin
Dry skin often feels tight, may be prone to redness or visible skin flaking and have more pronounced fine lines and wrinkles. Skincare for dry skin should include formulas that are designed to provide extra hydration and reinforce the skin’s barrier to help prevent moisture from evaporating.
Sensitive skin
Sensitive skin is more prone to redness and irritation. This skin type may also struggle with finding skin care that doesn't irritate their skin. Skin care products for sensitive skin should be free of fragrance and parabens, and ideally developed with dermatologists.
Oily skin
Oily skin produces an excess of sebum (the skin's natural oils), causing the skin to appear shiny. This skin type is more prone to clogged pores and breakouts. Skincare for oily skin helps reduce excess oil and shine while decongesting pores and minimising their visibility.
Combination skin
Combination skin will have both oily and dry areas. Oiliness tends to be around the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) and dry areas tend to be on the cheeks. Skincare for combination skin helps restore balance by addressing the moisture needs of these different spots.
If you're still unsure, speak to a professional dermatologist to identify your skin type and discuss a tailored skincare routine.

Just as diet and exercise help maintain a healthy body, a comprehensive skincare routine helps maintains the skin's condition. Skin care products help the skin's natural functions, by cleansing, hydrating, and protecting it. Different products will be important for different reasons.

• Cleansing is an essential part of your morning and evening routine. Regular cleansing helps keep the skin clear of excess oil, dirt, and impurities that can lead to clogged pores, as well as dead skin cells that can lend a dull, lacklustre appearance.
• A moisturiser or cream is necessary to keep the skin hydrated and support and strengthen its protective moisture barrier. A moisturiser is formulated with humectants that attract and retain water to keep the skin hydrated, as well as skin-identical lipids that bind skin cells together, protecting against environmental aggressors.
• Sunscreen is an essential skincare product in any daily routine. UV radiation plays a major role in skin ageing, and a number of skin concerns and conditions. To protect from UVB and UVA rays, always use a broad-spectrum, high SPF sunscreen at the end of your morning routine.
• While not an essential skincare product, serums are beneficial in providing higher concentrations of key ingredients to target specific skin concerns. Serums can be formulated to address skin texture, fine lines and wrinkles, blemish-prone skin and dry skin.
• Toners are another non-essential skin care products, but can provide additional skin benefits, like balancing skin pH, removing residual impurities after cleansing, and providing additional hydration.

It’s easy to find the best SkinCeuticals skincare routine for your skin with our Routine Finder. This quick quiz helps guide you to the best skin care products based on your age, gender, skin type, and main skin concern. For more targeted solutions to your skin goals, seek professional advice from a dermatologist.