Putting skincare on in the wrong order can waste half of it. The rule is simple: thinnest to thickest. Here’s the exact order, morning and night.
The golden rule
Apply products from most watery to most rich, so each layer can absorb: cleanser → toner → essence/serum → moisturizer → (AM) sunscreen. (what each step does.)
Morning routine order
- Gentle cleanse
- Toner / essence (optional)
- Treatment serum (optional)
- Moisturizer
- Sunscreen — always last (my pick)
Night routine order
- Double cleanse (oil then foam)
- Toner / essence (optional)
- Treatment (e.g. cica for calming)
- Moisturizer
The 3 mistakes guys make
- Sunscreen under moisturizer (it goes on top, last).
- Piling on 6 products on day one — start simple.
- Skipping moisturizer because skin is oily (it still needs it).
FAQ
How long to wait between layers? Just until each absorbs — 30 seconds to a minute is plenty.
