They’re as different as night and day

Why Your Skincare Routine Needs a Day and Night Approach

Wondering why your beauty therapist keeps harping on about the importance of having a dedicated day and night skincare routine? Let’s break it down. Your skin is your largest organ, and its functions vary depending on what your body is doing throughout the day.

Daytime: Protection Mode

During the day, all your organs are hard at work: your heart is beating, your lungs are breathing, and your liver is detoxing. In response, your skin primarily acts as a protective barrier. It’s your first line of defense against external aggressors such as UV rays, pollution, and environmental stressors.

Key Products for Morning Routine:

1. Antioxidants: Antioxidants form a shield around your skin, helping to bounce back harmful elements like sun exposure, pollution, and temperature changes. It also brightens your complexion and promotes collagen production.

2. Sunscreen: A non-negotiable step in your morning routine, sunscreen protects your skin from damaging UV rays, reducing the risk of skin cancer and premature aging.

3. Moisturizer: Applying a moisturizer creates a barrier that minimizes water loss throughout the day. This is particularly important as the skin can become dehydrated due to environmental factors.

Nighttime: Regeneration Mode

As the day winds down, your body slows down too. Your heart rate decreases, breathing calms, and your skin shifts into repair mode. At night, your skin regenerates new cells, detoxifies excess oils, and absorbs the beneficial ingredients from the products you apply.

Key Products for Evening Routine:

1. Vitamin A: Known as the number one ingredient for rebuilding and regenerating the skin, Vitamin A comes in various forms (we stock four based on your skin’s needs). It’s the best anti-aging ingredient, helping to resurface the skin and unclog pores prone to blackheads.

2. Heavier Moisturizers: At night, your skin is more receptive to products. For those with dehydrated or dry skin, a thicker cream will provide maximum hydration. For oily skin types, a light to medium moisturizer is ideal, as most people have a combination of skin types rather than pure oiliness.

The Importance of Cleansing Twice Daily

Cleansing is an essential step in any skincare routine, and it should be done twice a day.

• PM Cleansing: In the evening, it’s crucial to remove makeup, dirt, pollution, and any impurities that have accumulated throughout the day. This step prepares your skin for the nourishing serums and creams that follow, allowing for better penetration and effectiveness.

• AM Cleansing: This step is equally important but often overlooked. Washing off the serums and thicker creams from the night before prevents them from sitting on your skin all day. If left unwashed, these products can mix with makeup, sweat, and pollution, leading to clogged pores and breakouts.

Conclusion

A consistent day and night skincare routine is essential for maintaining healthy skin. During the day, your focus should be on protection, while at night, the goal is regeneration and repair. By understanding how your skin functions throughout the day and using the right products, you can support its natural processes and achieve a radiant complexion.

If you have questions about tailoring your skincare routine to fit your unique needs, don’t hesitate to ask one of our knowledgeable team members!