My Skincare Routine Part 2: Evening
This is the second part of my skincare routine series, but if you missed part one my morning routine is here. Today I’ll be dishing the details on my evening skincare routine. I like to take my time and use my evening skincare routine for relaxation. My goals with my evening routine are to treat any skin troubles I am having and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. I love waking up with clear, glowing skin!
STEP 1: EYE MAKEUP REMOVER
Because I have lash extensions I need to use something oil free to remove any eye makeup I wore during the day. I like these Clean and Clear Oil Free cloths to remove eye makeup while being careful around my extensions.
STEP 2: OIL OR BALM CLEANSER
This is the first step of my double cleanse. The purpose of this step is to remove makeup and sunscreen before cleansing my face. My favorite cleanser for this step is currently the Omorovicza Charcoal Cleansing Balm but it’s pricey so I use Banila Clean It Zero Purity on the regular.
STEP 3: GENTLE, LOW PH CLEANSER
A cleanser with a PH over 6 can strip your moisture barrier and invite breakouts so I always go for a gentle, low PH cleanser. My favorite of the moment is Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser. It feels so soft and gentle on my face and leaves my skin feeling supple!
STEP 4: ACID TONER
After rinsing I use an acid toner applied with a cotton round. This helps to prep my face for acids and PH dependent products. Currently using COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner.
STEP 5: ACIDS AND PH DEPENDENT PRODUCTS
I use an AHA/BHA serum nightly, which performs best at a PH under 3.5 so this is when I apply it. This smooths away the top layer of dead skin cells to reveal even, glowing skin. I like using Drunk Elephant’s T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic night serum. Wait 20 minutes after apply so it doesn’t interfere with other products.
STEP 6: RETINOL
I have been using Philosophy Miracle Worker pads for years. Retinol or a Retinoid is the number one product you need for anti aging. This product helps firm my skin, reduce the look of my pores and fine lines, and keep breakouts at bay. I wait 20 minutes after using before applying my next step so I get the full benefits.
STEP 7: HYDRATING TONER
A hydrating toner really helps to moisturize my dry skin and prep my skin for the rest of my hydrating products. This COSRX Essence has the same ingredients as SK-II but much more wallet friendly!
STEP 8: SERUM
I added in this Glossier Hyaluronic Acid serum into my routine to help plump some of my fine lines. I especially like the results I’m getting around my eyes! This serum isn’t sticky and absorbs well.
STEP 9: EYE SERUM
At night I like to use this Retinol + Ferulic Eye Serum to firm the skin around my eyes and prevent my eyelids from drooping. Again, Retinol for the win!
STEP 10: MOISTURIZING CREAM
Lastly I seal it all in with a moisturizing cream. I started using the COSRX PHA Moisture Renewal Power Cream and waking up with a major glow! This cream is formulated with 3% PHA to lightly exfoliate away dead skin and coconut extract and niacinamide to seriously hydrate.
And now it’s time fore bed! Let me know if you have any questions or try any of these products. I’d love to hear!
