La Roche-Posay
Apply to dry or damp skin. Massage gently over face and eye area, then rinse with lukewarm water (or wipe off with a cotton pad).
Gentle milky cleanser — perfect for mornings. Won’t strip your skin barrier.
La Roche-Posay
Apply to dry skin and massage to dissolve sunscreen and grime. Add water to emulsify into a light foam, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Foaming oil cleanser — breaks down SPF and the day’s buildup. Use at night.
Anua
After cleansing, pour a small amount into your palms or onto a cotton pad and gently pat or sweep it over your face and neck.
CeraVe
Apply evenly to face and neck, avoid eye area. Wait 30–60 seconds before moisturizer.
AM only. Always follow with sunscreen.
The Ordinary
Apply 2–3 drops to face. Gently massage or pat into skin.
Do not use with direct Vitamin C in the same routine.
The Ordinary
Apply 2–3 drops to slightly damp face immediately after cleansing/toning.
Lock in with moisturizer immediately — HA draws moisture from skin if left unsealed.
The Ordinary
Apply a few drops to face in the evening. Avoid immediate eye area and lips.
If sensitive, apply moisturizer BEFORE retinol ('sandwich method'). Wear SPF next morning.
Paula's Choice
Apply a dime-sized amount to a cotton pad and sweep over your entire face and neck. Avoid lash line and eyelids.
Follow with SPF 30+ if used in the daytime.
La Roche-Posay
Apply a generous amount to face and neck in gentle circular motions.
Shiseido
Glide the stick directly over face, neck, ears, and hairline until evenly coated. Pat in with clean fingers. Reapply every 2 hours outdoors or after sweating.
Invisible, non-comedogenic, travel-friendly. Always the last step in your morning routine — apply 2–3 minutes before makeup.
Origins
Use ring finger to gently tap a small amount along the orbital bone under your eyes. Do not rub.
Mediheal
After cleansing, place the pads on your forehead and cheeks for 15 minutes, then remove and gently pat in the remaining essence.
Caudalie
Apply a thin layer to dry skin, avoid eye area. Rinse off with warm water.
Use 1–2 times per week when pores feel clogged.
Neutrogena
Gently wipe over face to remove dirt, oil, and makeup.
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