How to Build a Skincare Routine That Works

A good skincare routine does not need ten steps. It needs a few compatible products, used consistently, in an order that supports your skin.

Start with what your skin needs today rather than copying a trend. Dryness, excess oil, sensitivity and uneven tone can overlap, so introduce one targeted product at a time and pay attention to how your skin responds.

The four-step foundation

Use a gentle cleanser, follow with a treatment chosen for one main concern, seal in hydration with moisturiser, and finish every morning with broad-spectrum sunscreen. Once that foundation feels comfortable, optional steps such as toner or eye care can be added deliberately.

• Cleanse: remove sunscreen, makeup and daily buildup without leaving skin tight.
• Treat: apply a serum or active suited to your current goal.
• Moisturise: support the skin barrier with a texture you enjoy using.
• Protect: use sunscreen generously as the final morning step.

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Give new products time

Patch test first and avoid introducing several strong actives together. A simple routine followed consistently makes it much easier to identify what is helping—and what is not.