The variety available can be overwhelming, so we’ve rounded up our favourites from the likes of Shiseido, Tatcha and Augustinus Bader to help you simplify your daily regimen
Shopping for skincare can feel challenging because of the many questions that may arise when selecting products. The mental narrative may look a little something like this: What’s the difference between a purifying and clarifying cleanser? Do I really need to use toner? How many serums should I be using? What products do I require for a “good” routine?
To answer those questions: clarifying cleansers will brighten and smooth skin while purifying ones will deep cleanse; toner is not essential but feels nice; none if you don’t have major skin concerns; and you can boil down a routine to five simple steps—cleansing, moisturising, applying sunscreen, exfoliating and masking. The last two steps are optional, but highly encouraged, as they can help boost the effectiveness of your current skincare products.
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Cleansing
Cleanse your skin thoroughly at least once a day to remove any excess make-up, sebum and bacteria, and to prepare a clean base for moisturiser and other products. Regular cleansing also prevents the accumulation of dead skin cells, which may cause blemishes.
If you have normal to dry skin types, you can opt for cleansing balms and foams which help the skin to retain moisture, while combination to oily skin types can use gels and serums for a deeper cleanse.