Beauty · Skincare
A Simple 4-Step Glow Routine
You don't need twelve steps and a dedicated fridge to have a routine that works. Most skin-care routines come down to four jobs. Do them consistently and you're ahead of most shelves.
1. Cleanse
Start with a gentle cleanser that doesn't leave your skin feeling tight. In the evening, that's the step that removes sunscreen, makeup and the day. In the morning, a quick rinse is often plenty.
2. Treat
This is where a targeted product goes, such as an antioxidant serum in the morning. Introduce one new active at a time so you can tell what's helping and what isn't, and patch-test first.
3. Moisturize
A moisturizer helps support your skin barrier. Pick a texture you'll enjoy using: lighter gels for warm months, richer creams when the air is dry.
4. Protect
Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is the unglamorous hero of any glow routine. The best one is the one you'll actually wear every day.
Add a little ritual
A relaxing facial massage tool and a silk pillowcase are easy extras that make the routine feel like a treat rather than a chore.
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Consistency beats complexity. If you have persistent skin concerns, a dermatologist is always the best person to ask.