The start of the work year often brings earlier alarms, more errands, and a schedule that quickly fills up again. To prevent your skincare routine from being the first thing to disappear from your day, keep it simple: gentle cleansing, a suitable moisturizer, and sunscreen in the morning. This is the foundation of a work-day skincare routine; a few steps you can stick to even on your busiest days.
Before you begin: Organize your routine according to your skin's needs.
You don't have to start the year with a whole new set of products. See what your skin really needs: Is it dry from the air conditioning? Does it get shiny throughout the day? Or do you want a routine that preps your skin for makeup without caking?
Morning skincare routine before work
1. Gentle cleaning without overdoing it
Start your day with a cleanser that removes oil and sweat without harsh rubbing. Some of my routine options include:
- Centella Foaming Cleanser-IUNIK : A foaming cleanser that cleanses skin deposits and gives dry or flaky skin extra moisture.
- IUNIK Centella Mild Cleansing Foam : According to the product page, this cleanser is especially suitable for oily, combination, and normal skin. It contains centella and salicylic acid, so reduce or discontinue use if you experience dryness or stinging.
Choose one cleanser according to your skin type and needs. Using two water-based cleansers consecutively will not produce faster results, but it may increase dryness.
2. One moisturizing step is enough
After cleansing, all you need is a moisturizer each morning. If your conditioner leaves your skin feeling tight or dull, IUNIK Beta-Glucan Serum might be right for you . Incorporate it into your routine as a highly hydrating serum with a non-greasy texture, and apply it as a step before your moisturizer.
3. Fix the hydration with a suitable moisturizer.
Moisturizer isn't just for dry skin. Even oily skin needs balanced hydration, but with a lighter texture. Choose a light gel or lotion if your skin tends to be oily, and a richer cream if it's dry, then let it absorb before applying makeup.
4. Sunscreen is the last step.
Finish your skincare routine with a facial sunscreen, applied after moisturizer and before makeup. Choose a broad-spectrum, water-resistant product with an SPF of 30 or higher; these are the specifications recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology.
With all the travel and sun in Saudi Arabia, it's not enough to just apply it in the morning and forget about it. Reapply it according to the product instructions, especially if you've been sitting outside or sweating.
Evening skincare routine after a work day
At the end of the day, focus on removing makeup and sunscreen, then re-moisturizing:
- Remove makeup and sunscreen with a suitable cleanser, and use double cleansing if the products are waterproof or heavy.
- Wash your face with a gentle, water-based cleanser, without rubbing or using hot water.
- Add beta-glucan serum if your skin needs extra hydration.
- Finish with a moisturizer that suits your skin type.
As for acids, exfoliants, and retinol, you don't need to introduce them all at the beginning of the year. Gradually reintroduce the active products, and don't combine more than one powerful ingredient just because you want faster results.
How do you maintain your routine amidst the hustle and bustle?
- Arrange the products according to the sequence of their use, not according to the shape of the package.
- Stick to a quick skincare routine on weekdays, and leave the extra steps for quieter days.
- Link your morning routine to brushing your teeth, and your evening routine to removing your makeup.
- Don't change all your products at once.
- Choose Korean skincare products according to your skin type and needs, not just according to trends.
Start the year with a routine that serves your day
The practical year doesn't need a perfect start; it needs a routine you can build on, and with my routine you can choose Korean skincare products according to your skin type, and build a clear morning and evening routine without more steps than you need.
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