Gone are the days of using a single bar of soap to wash your hair, face and body. Men, we’re looking at you.
No matter who you are, everyone should have a daily skincare routine (that is if you want smooth, healthy and hydrated skin). A skincare routine doesn’t need to be complicated. We always recommend starting with the basics and building habits to follow every day.
Here’s a round-up of our top essentials to get you started.
Start with a cleanser.
A good skincare routine always starts with a cleanser. Not only does it remove dirt, sweat, oil and other debris from the surface of your skin, it also helps to keep your pores clean to avoid congestion and the chance of a breakout.
If you have dry skin, use a gentle formula like our Ultra Hydrating Milk Cleanser. If you have oily or combination skin, use Ultra Clear Foaming Cleanser. Bonus, this cleanser can also be used as a shaving foam and help to prevent razor bumps and ingrown hairs. How? It’s formulated with Mandelic Acid and Salicylic Acid to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells. Without exfoliating, hair follicles may become clogged beneath the skin which can lead to unwanted ingrown hairs, bumps and breakouts.
Use a hydrating serum.
This an essential step to keep your skin well-hydrated and skin barrier supported, daily. A hydrating serum everyone needs? Ultra B² Hydrating Serum. Apply it once or twice daily after your cleanse to lock in moisture and transform dry, dehydrated skin into a soft, bouncy and radiant complexion.
Apply a lightweight moisturizer.
Optimal hydration is essential to support the skin so that it can protect itself from harsh environmental stressors (temperature, wind, pollution). This is why adding a moisturizer into your routine is essential. After your hydrating serum, layer a lightweight moisturizer like our Ultra Hydrating Lotion to restore comfort.
If you need a moisturizer formulated to address your concerns, find your match in our article: How To Pick The Right Moisturizer.
Exfoliate weekly.
Though it may not necessarily need to be part of your daily routine, regular exfoliation (once or twice a week) is an essential step to achieving smooth, healthy skin. Exfoliation works by removing unwanted dead skin cells and uneven texture from the skin’s surface so that fresh, soft and radiant skin is exposed underneath. Opt for a gentle formula, like Ultra Gentle Exfoliating Gel. You can also use this one on the body for smoother skin, all over.
Don’t forget sunscreen.
By now we all should know that SPF is an essential daily step, no matter who you are. Protect your skin from UVA and UVB radiation daily using a broad spectrum sunscreen.
*Always follow the directions for use. Sunscreens form only one part of sun protection. Apply frequently as directed for effective sun protection. Avoid prolonged sun exposure.
