Where To Start With Your Skincare Routine
Whew - good - you’re here! This post is important for your skin, so we’re going to keep it short and simple.
There are a lot of skin potions out there and a whole lot of complicated lingo used to describe what’s in them. Often we hear “I don’t know where to start with my skincare routine!” …and we get it!
That’s why, today, we’re laying out the basics of a simple, effective skincare lineup.
The three ingredients listed below are a great place to start for anyone who’s looking to take care of their skin for the long run. If you start with these ingredients, you’ll be on the right track toward building a routine that’ll keep your skin clear, happy, and fresh all year!
Remember this very important bit: a consistent routine is key if you want to see real results.
We have paired each ingredient with a favorite high-quality product from AlumierMD, a skincare brand we trust and that you can purchase through us.
1. Retinol
Retinol is a vitamin A derivative and an antioxidant, which improves wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and acne by increasing cell turnover, which encourages older, damaged skin cells to fall off the skin, revealing the newer, fresher skin cells underneath.
We recommend
AlumierMD Resurfacing Serum,
a retinol that is microencapsulated, meaning it gently releases retinol through the night, reducing the redness that’s common with retinoids. It also contains niacinamide, tea extracts, and honey, which all soothe irritation, and Matrixyl® Synthe’6®, a peptide-based on a natural tripeptide that improves the structure and resilience of skin tissues.
2. Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and improves age-related changes through increased collagen production, provides photoprotection and neutralizes free radicals, and reduces hyperpigmentation by reducing melanogenesis.
We recommend
AlumierMD EverActive C&E+Peptide serum,
which contains vitamin C, vitamin E, and Matrixyl® Synthe’6®, which work together to protect and brighten the skin while helping to maintain moisture.
3. Niacinamide
Also known as vitamin B3, niacinamide improves the protective lipid layer of the skin, which leads to brighter, more hydrated skin with fewer signs of irritation. It also minimizes the appearance of pores and improves the skin’s tolerance to retinoids and other everyday irritants like pollution and allergens.
We recommend
AlumierMD HydraLight Facial Moisturizer.
Vitamin B3 is found in several AlumierMD products, including the HydraLight moisturizer, which is great for normal to oily skin, or the HydraDew moisturizer, which is amazing for normal to dry skin.
