How to apply serum
It's very important never to apply too much of a product as your skin
can only absorb so much. When you layer too much on your skin, the
product will sit on the surface rather than absorb. It's very easy to
over-apply serums because they tend to be light and packed with actives.
Generally three drops smoothed over your entire face and neck is
enough.
How to apply moisturizer
If your skin feels sticky, you've applied too much. A peanut size is usually all you need.
How to apply eye cream
A pea-sized amount is enough for both eyes and it should be applied
every morning and night after your moisturizer. The skin around the eye
is very sensitive so use your ring finger, considered the weakest, to
lightly dab in a circular motion the cream under the eye to the
cheekbone, at the outer corners and underneath the brows. You'll also
want to apply some onto your eyelids to help create a smooth foundation
for eye makeup.
How to apply sunscreen
You need about a tablespoon of sunscreen for your face and about two
ounces for your body. If you opt for chemical sunscreen, make sure
you apply it at least 20 to 30 minutes before going out in the sun. Also
remember that you need to be wearing it 365 days a year and when in the
sun re-apply it every 90 minutes.
What order to apply your skincare products
Day: Cleanse, exfoliate, tone and then apply your
sunscreen before applying any moisturizer/treatment products if you're
using a chemical sunscreen as it takes 20 to 30 minutes for chemical
sunscreen to bind with your skin and become activated; if you apply your
moisturizer/treatment product first, this will interfere with that
process. If, however, you're using a physical sunscreen, apply sunscreen
last as physical sunscreens work like physical shields on the skin's
surface to prevent absorption of the damaging rays.
Night: Cleanse, exfoliate, tone and then apply any
moisturizer/treatment products. Toning is often skipped, but it's
crucial as it helps dampen skin allowing your moisturizer/treatment
products to absorb more readily.
When to apply your skincare products
Studies have shown that skin repairs itself most effectively between 10
and 11 p.m. so ideally you should be applying your night creams before
this time. This also ties into the importance of sleep. When we sleep,
our bodies repair and renew themselves and that includes on a cellular
level in our skin. You'll also want to save your high-powered anti-aging
products and retinoids for your nighttime routine since they tend to
weaken in the sun.