If you know what
products work well for your skin, that’s only half the battle. When you
apply them is the other key to perfect skin success. Your complexion has a
natural circadian 24-hour cycle that is influenced by hormonal levels,
environmental aggressors, the production of melatonin to protect from the sun,
and the need to recharge the skin cells at night.
Research carried out shows
that if there is a lack in the normal circadian rhythms in skin stem cells then
the cells can age prematurely, suggesting that these cyclical patterns protect
again cellular damage. We believe that it is important to understand these
natural cycles and work with them for the greatest benefits from your skincare
regime.
While the cycle can
differ for each individual (especially during one’s period), it should be used
as a guideline that can be changed at each individual’s discretion. “The skin’s
cycle is basically to have an active/protective against the elements phase
during the day and a regenerative phase at night.”
Follow the hourly cycle
below to find out the best time to apply your products and truly get your
skincare routine on track.
6 a.m.
The skin will be very sensitive when you first awake. “The natural hormonal (cortisol) activity at this time is more likely to produce a histamine reaction, which can be experienced as sensitivity, inflammation or even allergy, it is best to apply calming creams and anti-inflammatory creams.
The skin will be very sensitive when you first awake. “The natural hormonal (cortisol) activity at this time is more likely to produce a histamine reaction, which can be experienced as sensitivity, inflammation or even allergy, it is best to apply calming creams and anti-inflammatory creams.
8.am.
Although we normally layer on the products in the morning—the serums, the moisturizers, the oils—to provide for hydration throughout the day, your skin doesn’t need it. Your skin is already producing sebum in the morning which naturally moisturizes so it doesn’t need to take extra moisture. Instead focus on protection with a topical antioxidant, a moisturizer to balance oil production, and sunscreen. The goal of these products is to protect your skin from environmental assaults, such as Ultraviolet Radiation, pollution, stress, and high energy visible light.
Although we normally layer on the products in the morning—the serums, the moisturizers, the oils—to provide for hydration throughout the day, your skin doesn’t need it. Your skin is already producing sebum in the morning which naturally moisturizes so it doesn’t need to take extra moisture. Instead focus on protection with a topical antioxidant, a moisturizer to balance oil production, and sunscreen. The goal of these products is to protect your skin from environmental assaults, such as Ultraviolet Radiation, pollution, stress, and high energy visible light.
12 p.m.
The skin produces sebum during the middle of the day as part of its protective cycle against UV rays that would have been a problem historically when living mostly outdoors without much protection available from the sun and element. Keep oily skin at bay with blotting cloths.
The skin produces sebum during the middle of the day as part of its protective cycle against UV rays that would have been a problem historically when living mostly outdoors without much protection available from the sun and element. Keep oily skin at bay with blotting cloths.
4 p.m.
Some people may have skin that feels very dry and dehydrated by the end of the day if their moisturizer does not hydrate well enough. Some may even need a second application of moisturizer if their skin is on the extremely dry side. This is the perfect time to apply hydrating formulas, like masks and serums, because the skin most readily absorbs.
Some people may have skin that feels very dry and dehydrated by the end of the day if their moisturizer does not hydrate well enough. Some may even need a second application of moisturizer if their skin is on the extremely dry side. This is the perfect time to apply hydrating formulas, like masks and serums, because the skin most readily absorbs.
9-11 p.m.
This is the other time of day when skin will be at its most sensitive. Again, apply calming and anti-inflammatory creams.
This is the other time of day when skin will be at its most sensitive. Again, apply calming and anti-inflammatory creams.
12 a.m.
At night our skin starts the rejuvenation period. As we sleep, our bodies and skin rejuvenate and correct some of the damage that has been done throughout the day. To take advantage, prep your skin just before bed. Your skin will have the same benefits, whether you apply product at 10 p.m. or 1 a.m.
At night our skin starts the rejuvenation period. As we sleep, our bodies and skin rejuvenate and correct some of the damage that has been done throughout the day. To take advantage, prep your skin just before bed. Your skin will have the same benefits, whether you apply product at 10 p.m. or 1 a.m.
Collagen production is
boosted, harmful free radicals are neutralized and cells are restored [at
night. This is why an active night treatment product which assists in the
process is so important for healthy, radiant skin. Use products that contains
peptides that boost the skin’s collagen production, moisturizes and relaxes the
muscles to prevent wrinkles from forming overnight.
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