Your Personalized Skincare Checklist
Morning Routine (AM)
1. Cleanser - Gentle cleanser (e.g., Cetaphil/CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser)
2. Serum - Niacinamide 10% (e.g., The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%)
3. Moisturizer - Lightweight (e.g., Neutrogena Hydro Boost)
4. Sunscreen - SPF 50+ (e.g., Re'equil or Minimalist SPF 50) - do not skip!
Night Routine (PM)
1. Cleanser - Gentle foaming (e.g., Simple or Saslic DS)
2. Retinol (3x/week) - e.g., Minimalist Retinol or 0.025% Tretinoin
3. Moisturizer - e.g., Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
4. Exfoliation (1-2x/week, alternate with Retinol) - e.g., Glycolic or Lactic Acid
5. Rest days - Use only cleanser + moisturizer
Weekly Schedule
Mon - Retinol Night
Tue - Exfoliation Night
Wed - Retinol Night
Thu - Rest (cleanser + moisturizer only)
Fri - Retinol Night
Sat - Exfoliation or Hydrating Mask
Sun - Rest (cleanser + moisturizer only)
Tips to Remember
- Patch test all new products before full use
- Avoid mixing Retinol with exfoliants on the same night
- Stick to this routine consistently for 8+ weeks
- Apply sunscreen every morning without fail
- Stay hydrated and get 7-8 hours of sleep
Generated on 2025-06-22