DRY SKIN:
If you’re battling dryness, your skin is craving hydration and nourishment. Here’s a routine to keep your complexion glowing:
Cleanser, opt for a gentle, hydrating cleanser that won’t strip your skin of its natural oils. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid or ceramides.
(Some PSA favorites would include Alumier Sensicalm, Revision Gentle Cleanser, or Obagi Gentle Cleanser)
Toner, choose a hydrating toner to replenish moisture and prep your skin for serums and moisturizers.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Bright and Clear, Revision Soothing Toner, and Obagi Balancing Toner)
Serums, incorporate a hydrating serum rich in antioxidants and vitamins to boost hydration and fight signs of aging.
(PSA favorites include Alumier Vitamin C&E Peptide and Ultimate Boost Serum, Obagi Hydro-Drops, Elastiderm Face Serum, and Vitamin C 10%, and SkinMedica HA5)
Moisturizer, use a rich, creamy moisturizer with ingredients like shea butter or squalane to lock in moisture and soothe dryness.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier HydraRich, Revision Firming Night Cream and DEJ Face Cream, and Obagi Hydrate)
Sunscreen, don’t forget the SPF! Opt for a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to protect your skin.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Sheer Hydration, Revision Intellishade Original, and Obagi Physical Defense
-Retinol, once you have your dry skin under control, you could consider adding in a retinol to your routine to receive the anti aging benefits.
(Some PSA favorites include Obagi Retivance, Revision DEJ Night Cream, and Alumier .25 or .50 Retinol)
OILY SKIN:
If you’re dealing with excess oil and shine, your goal is to balance oil production without stripping your skin. Here’s a routine to keep oiliness at bay.
-Cleanser, choose a gentle foaming cleanser to gel cleanser to remove excess oil and impurities without over drying.
(Some PSA favorites would include Alumier Purifying Cleanser, Obagi Foaming Cleanser, and Revision Brightening Wash)
-Toner, Reach for a toner formulated with ingredients like witch hazel or salicylic acid to control oil and minimize the appearance of pores.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Bright and Clear and Obagi Cleanziderm Toner)
-Serums, use a lightweight, oil-free serum with ingredients like niacinamide or hyaluronic acid to hydrate without adding extra oil.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Vitamin C&E Peptide, Intellebrite, Ultimate Boost Serum, Obagi Vitamin C 20%, Elastiderm Face Serum and C-Clarifying Serum, and SkinMedica HA5)
-Moisturizer, Opt for a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer or gel moisturizer to hydrate your skin without clogging pores.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier HydraDew, Obagi Hydro-Drops, and Revision DEJ Face Cream)
-Sunscreen, Choose a lightweight, non-comedogenic formula to protect your skin without causing breakouts.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Clear Shield, Obagi Sunshield Matte, Revision Intellishade Matte or TruPhysical)
-Retinol you will want to include this in your routine to improve cellular turnover and overall skin health.
(Some PSA favorites include Obagi Tretinoin .05 or .10)
COMBINATION SKIN:
If you’re dealing with both dry and oily areas your goal is to balance hydration while controlling oiliness. Here’s a routine to keep your skin in harmony.
Cleanser, use a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser to remove impurities without disrupting your skin’s natural balance.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Purifying Cleansing Gel, Obagi Foaming Cleanser, and Revision Papaya Cleanser)
Toner, reach for a toner that’s formulated for combination skin, balancing oiliness in the T-zone while hydrating dry areas.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Bright and Clear, Obagi Balancing Toner, and Revision Soothing Toner)
Serum, incorporates a hydrating serum with lightweight, non-comedogenic ingredients to moisturize dry patches without exacerbating oiliness.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Ultimate Boosting Serum and Intellibrite, Obagi Hydro-Drops, Elastiderm Face, Vitamin C 15%, and SkinMedica HA5)
Moisturizer, Choose a lightweight, hydrating moisturizer with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin to balance moisture levels without feeling greasy.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier HydraDew, Obagi Therapeutic Moisturizer, and Revision DEJ Face Cream)
Sunscreen, you will want to protect your skin with a broad-spectrum SPF to prevent sun damage and signs of aging.
(Some PSA favorite include Alumier Clear Shield, Obagi Physical Defense, and Revision Intellishade TruPhysical or Matte)
Retinol, Don’t forget the number 1 anti-aging ingredient.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier .5 Retinol, Obagi .05 Tretinoin Gel and Retivance)
NORMAL SKIN:
If you’re blessed with normal skin, your goal is to maintain its balance and keep it looking healthy and radiant. Here’s a simple routine to keep your skin in top shape.
Cleanser, Use a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser to remove dirt and impurities without stripping your skin.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Purifying Cleansing Gel, Obagi Gentle Cleanser, and Revision Papaya Cleanser)
Toner, reach for a hydrating toner to refresh your skin and prepare it for the next steps in your routine.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Bright and Clear, Obagi Nu-Derm Toner, and Revision Soothing Toner)
Serum, incorporate a lightweight serum with ingredients like vitamin c or peptides to brighten and nourish your skin.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Vitamin C&E Peptide, Intellibrite, Ultimate Boost Serum, Obagi Vitamin C 15%, Hydro-Boost, and Elastiderm Face Serum, and SkinMedica HA5)
Moisturizer, Choose a lightweight, hydrating moisturizer to keep your skin soft and supple without feeling heavy.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier HydraDew and HydraRich, Obagi Hydrate, and Revision DEJ Face Cream and Firming Night Cream)
Sunscreen, protect your skin with a broad-spectrum sunscreen to prevent premature aging.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Sheer Hydration, Obagi Physical Defense, and Revision Intellishade Original and TruPhysical)
Retinol, a must have in your skincare routine for all the anti aging benefits.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier .5 Retinol, Obagi .05 Tretinoin Gel and Retivance)
SENSITIVE SKIN:
If you have sensitive skin, your goal is to soothe and calm irritation while protecting your skin’s barrier. Here’s a gentle routine to keep your skin happy.
Cleanser, Opt for a fragrance free, hypoallergenic cleanser that’s gentle enough for sensitive skin
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier SensiCalm, Revision Gentle Cleanser and Papaya Cleanser)
Toner, use a calming toner with soothing ingredients like chamomile or aloe vera to reduce redness and inflammation.
(A PSA favorite would be Revision Soothing Toner)
Serum, Choose a gentle serum with calming ingredients like green tea to soothe sensitive skin.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Ultimate Boost Serum, Obagi Hydro-Drops and Elastiderm, and SkinMedica HA5)
Moisturizer, reach for a fragrance free, hypoallergenic moisturizer with ceramides or hyaluronic acid to hydrate and strengthen your skin’s barrier.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier HydraRich, Obagi Hydrate, and Revision DEJ Face Cream and Firming Night Cream)
Sunscreen, Don’t forget to protect your skin. A mineral based sunscreen is ideal containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which are less likely to cause irritation.
(Some PSA favorites include Alumier Clear Shield, Obagi Sun Shield Matte, and Revision TruPhysical)
Retinols, when incorporating retinols into your skincare routine, it is best to do a patch test to insure there is not too much irritation. A moisturizer can be applied immediately after, to help offset the side effects of retinoids.
(A PSA favorite would be Obagi Retivance)
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