Find Your Ultimate Skincare Routine

The thought of having a skincare routine makes a lot of people want to run a mile. The word routine can scare people away because it can have a long, boring and burdened connotation. But, do you know what routine really means? And have you ever thought about other ways it can make you feel awesome apart from having better looking skin!!

Do you need a skincare routine?

Think of it like fitness: when starting fitness training it's important to first look at your current routine, review what's working and what's not working and what can be adjusted for the maximum performance taking into account your goals.

The same applies to skincare. It's important to first assess your current routine; the products you use, your approach to things like drinking water, the number of hours you spend outside, and what you're trying to achieve be it from anti-ageing to finding a routine that works for sensitive skin.

But does having a skincare routine matter? Or can you just pop on some moisturiser whenever your skin feels a little dry? The answer is you should always be taking care of your skin, through a personalised skincare regime. You don't have to be using lots of products in order to have great skin - starting off with a cleanser and moisturiser will help to restore your skin's health. Then, as time goes on you can start to incorporate more products into your routine. Let's break it down a little further for you...

Cleanser 

An essential step for your morning and evening routine. However, this is not to be confused with a face wash, in comparison a cleanser is designed to remove the day/night's grime, makeup and dead skin cells from your face - without stripping it of essential oils. Subsequently, leaving the skin feeling hydrated, happy and looking fresh. Cleansers come in all forms from gel to cream to balm - finding the right cleanser can seem a little overwhelming, as there are so many to choose from. Therefore, we always recommend that you go for one that best suits your skin type.

Moisturiser

Once you have cleansed your face both the morning and evening, you should then moisturise. Those that have oily skins may be reluctant to this, due to their skins naturally more oily texture - yet this is exactly why they need to moisturise, generally speaking - those who suffer with oily skins tend to be more dehydrated, thus your skin compensates and produces excess oil. Equally, if you have dry and sensitive skin you will need to moisturise in order to add hydration back into the skin.

When starting fitness training it's important to first look at your current routine, review what's working and what's not working and what can be adjusted for maximum performance taking into account your goals.

The same applies for skincare. It's important to first assess your current routine; the products you use, your approach to things like drinking water, the number of hours you spend outside, and what you're trying to achieve be it from anti-ageing to finding a routine that works for sensitive skin. 

From here narrow it down to just a few products, that really work for you, and help you to achieve your goals.

Why is a skincare routine important?

Naturally, humans like routine - which is great for skincare lovers, but maybe not so great for those that don't really use skincare products and already have an effective morning and evening routine. So, why do you need a skincare routine and is a simple routine better? First of all, it helps your skin stay in good condition: You're shedding skin cells throughout the day, so it's important to keep your skin glowing and in good condition. An effective routine can help prevent acne, treat wrinkles, and help keep your skin looking its best.

Benefits of a skin care routine

Wondering “how do I start a skincare routine?”, let’s go over it.

1. Great for your mental health

It has been reported that patients who experience anxiety and depression often report that they feel more conscious of their condition 30 minutes to one hour before bed. This is when someone generally has more idle time, which increases worry for a lot of people. It’s when you’re engaged in an activity, including washing, toning, and moisturising your face that you can get out of your head and focus on what you’re doing. (This goes for any activity that keeps you busy, like working on a new project, cooking, or taking the dog for a walk.)

2. Slowing down signs of ageing

Ageing is a natural process that happens to us all, and while you cannot stop the wrinkles coming through - there are ways you can prevent the situation. First of all, it's important to note that ageing can be down to your genetics, while some can be blessed with plump and elasticated skin for longer than others - some of us need a little bit of a helping hand. This is where your skincare routine comes in, through using the correct products every day it can significantly reduce your signs of ageing - ensuring your skin clean and has enough moisture is imperative to reducing the age process.

3. Remember to wear SPF

We talk a lot about prevention, in order to aid the cure. But we really can't stress wearing SPF every day enough. Just because the weather isn't lovely and warm all year round, doesn't mean that you shouldn't be taking the necessary precautions to prevent premature ageing and even burning.

To get you started click here and choose the kit that best suits you. Read the product descriptions to help you decide or contact us on social @proverbskin or by email hello@proverbskin.com and we will help you choose the right product for you.

What should my skincare routine be?

The most common skin type is combination skin, which means that your skin is both dry and oily (oil prominent areas will mostly be in the T zone of forehead, nose and chin). Therefore, the average person should have a should be doing the following skincare routine everyday...

Morning Routine

Cleansing Gel, Toner, Lightweight Moisturiser, Zinc Oxide Sunscreen

Evening Routine

Cleansing Gel, Toner, AHA/BHA Serum, Retinol Serum, Lightweight Moisturiser

Remember that skin care varies according to your skin type. Adjusting your routine to what works best for you is the key to success.

To get you started, choose the kit that best suits you: the Hydration Pro Starter Kit for normal to dry skin or the Oil Balance Pro Starter Kit for normal to combination skin. Each kit contains luxe sample sizes of the Proverb Cleanser, Serum and Moisturiser.  

Reach out to us on our social media @proverbskin or by email and we will help you choose the right product for you.