Skincare for Beginners: a simple 4-step routine
Published 10 September at 15:55
If you’re just starting to learn about skincare, it’s very easy to get the impression that you need a lot of products. Cleanser, toner, essence, serum, exfoliant, moisturizer, SPF, retinol, acids – the list can quickly become complicated.
In reality, a good skincare routine doesn’t have to be long. To begin with, it’s much more important to understand what your skin needs and to consistently use a few well-chosen products.
A simple routine can have just 4 basic steps: cleansing, hydration, moisturizer, and sun protection.
There is no mandatory number of products you need to use.
7-, 8-, or 10-step routines may be suitable for some people, but they are not the starting point. If you’re a teenager, a student, or simply haven’t had a consistent skincare routine before, it’s easier to start with the essentials.
A basic routine makes it easier to observe how your skin reacts and what it actually needs. In addition, if you introduce many products at the same time and irritation occurs, it will be difficult to identify which product caused it.
In skincare, more products don’t automatically mean better results.
