Morning Routine in 3 Steps (for any skin type)

A good morning routine isn’t about using more products — it’s about using the right ones in the right order. Your skin needs three things after sleep: gentle cleansing, hydration, and protection. Nail these steps consistently, and you’ll see smoother texture, a healthier glow, and makeup that sits better.

Below is a simple 3-step routine that works for any skin type — with easy tweaks for oily, dry, sensitive, or combination skin.

Step 1 — Cleanse (30–60 seconds)

Goal: remove overnight oil, sweat, and skincare остатки without stripping the skin barrier.

How to do it

• Use lukewarm water (hot water can irritate and dehydrate).
• Massage cleanser for 30–60 seconds (don’t rush).
• Pat dry with a clean towel (no aggressive rubbing).

Which cleanser to choose

• Oily / acne-prone: gel cleanser (light foam is ok).
• Dry / dehydrated: cream or milky cleanser.
• Sensitive: fragrance-free, minimal ingredients, gentle texture.
• Combination: gel-cream cleanser or gentle gel.

Common mistake

If your skin feels “squeaky clean” after washing — it’s often too stripped. That can trigger extra oil production and irritation.

Step 2 — Hydrate + Treat (1–2 layers)

Goal: replenish water, soothe, and target your main concern (glow, pores, dryness, redness).

Think of this step as building your skin’s “comfort layer” before moisturizer and SPF.

Option A (minimal & universal): Hydrating serum

Best for everyone.

• Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, panthenol, beta-glucan — all great.
• Apply to slightly damp skin for better hydration.

Option B (add one active for your goal)

Pick one of these (don’t stack everything in the morning):

For glow / uneven tone:

• Vitamin C (stable forms are often gentler)
• Niacinamide (good for pores + tone)

For oily skin / texture:

• Niacinamide
• Very gentle exfoliating toner (not daily at first)

For redness / sensitivity:

• Centella, panthenol, madecassoside, oat extracts

For dryness:

• Ceramides, squalane, peptides (hydration-focused)

Rule of thumb

Morning is for support + protection. Keep strong actives (like retinoids) mostly for evening unless you know your skin tolerates them.

Step 3 — Moisturize + SPF (non-negotiable)

Goal: lock hydration + protect from UV (the #1 причина преждевременного старения, пигментации и раздражения).

Moisturizer tips

• Oily skin: lightweight gel-cream.
• Dry skin: richer cream with ceramides/squalane.
• Sensitive: barrier-repair creams, minimal fragrance.

SPF tips (quick)

• Choose at least SPF 30, ideally SPF 50 if you’re outdoors a lot.
• Apply every morning, even when cloudy.
• Put SPF as the last step of skincare (before makeup).

Quick routine cheatsheet

1) Cleanser → 2) Hydrating serum (optional active) → 3) Moisturizer + SPF