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How To Layer Skincare?

Layering skincare is the latest beauty must-do for great skin. Why should you layer your skincare and how to go about it? Read on to find out.

Overview

Skincare layering is the process of applying multiple skincare products to your face at once, in order to get the best results. The idea behind it is that each layer of product works together in order to provide your skin with everything it needs to be healthy and glowing. Skincare layering can be intimidating, but that&rsquo;s because everyone has different skin types and wants different things from their products. That&rsquo;s why I created this guide, so you can learn how to layer skincare like a pro.&nbsp; 
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Layer Skincare

Ideally, every product should get their 15 minutes skin-time before something else goes on top of it especially when it comes to serums. If we are being realistic, no one has that amount of time, which is why layering comes in handy. We will be honest, your skin is not a sponge, it will not absorb all the products and most of them won&rsquo;t even make it pass the upper layers. This is why we need to hack our methods and allow for some products to be the carrier of others. A great example of that are the chemical exfoliants.

Exfoliants tend to get rid of the dead cells on your skin, making room for the serums to absorb into the skin. When you have applied your serums, you need a layer to lock it all in along with hydration. Your moisturiser does that for you and then another layer of protection is provided by your SPF during day time. 
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If you&rsquo;re wondering how to layer your skincare, here&rsquo;s the order I recommend:

<ul>
	<li>Step 1: Cleanser</li>
	<li>Step 2: Toner&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Step 3: Serum or moisturiser&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Step 4: Retinol or Vitamin C product (if applicable)&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Step 5: Eye Cream (if applicable)</li>
	<li>Step 6: Face Oil/Balm (if applicable)&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Step 7: <a href="https://merisehat.pk/article/retinoids-and-sunscreen-a-love-affair">Sunscreen</a> 
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It is important to note that retinol and Vitamin C do not go together and the most ideal approach with them is that they should be used in different times i.e., either in the morning or the evening. Prioritise the products that should stay on your skin the longest and use them during the nighttime.&nbsp;

Hydrating sleep masks are an ideal way to finish off your night time routine. It is the ideal protective layer for all of your serums. 
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Still confused? Here Is A Simple Rule of Thumb:

The lightweight products go first and you can gradually build up the consistency by going with heavier and creamier products. Another way to do this is to go with water-based products first and lock in that hydrating factor with oils or cream-based products. This is ideal because water won&rsquo;t penetrate the creams or oils if put on top and since water is easily absorbed onto the skin, it allows for other products to gradually work themselves into the skin one by one.&nbsp; 
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Sun protection is important, whether you&rsquo;re a morning jogger or a night owl. The sun&rsquo;s rays can cause premature ageing and skin damage &mdash; but it doesn&rsquo;t have to if you&rsquo;re vigilant about keeping your skin safe.

SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and it refers to the amount of time it takes for your skin to get burned when exposed to the UVB spectrum of sunlight, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). SPF works by absorbing UVB rays before they penetrate your skin and cause damage. This makes SPF an excellent tool in the fight against ageing, wrinkles, redness and more harmful effects from too much exposure to the sun&#39;s rays.

The most important thing about sunscreen is that you should use it every single day &mdash; no exceptions! It should be applied liberally all over your body (including around all parts of your face) at least 30 minutes before going outside so that it has time to absorb completely into your outermost layer of skin cells called stratum corneum.&nbsp; 
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Bottom Line

If you&rsquo;re still confused about how to layer skincare and which order to use, don&rsquo;t worry. The key is to start with the least number of products, understand what goes onto your skin and what needs to be left on the skin the longest.&nbsp;

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