There are two posts - this one, which covers my morning anti-aging routine, and a second one which covers my evening anti-aging routine. Subscribers/members have access to a printable version of both routines (including suggestions for alternate products) in the members-only section of the blog. If you're not a member and would like to be, you can sign up here.
(This post may contain affiliate links which were added to make it easier for you to find the items. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, I will receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you). You are free to use the links or not - if you do, I thank you!)
Let's start with a brief update on my skin. In March 2018, I was diagnosed with rosacea, subtype 2. (If you want to read more about that, check out my post: Five Important Things I've Learned About Rosacea or All About My Skin.) That brought my skincare routine to a screeching halt as I was told to stop everything except the prescription cleanser, the First Aid Beauty Anti-Redness Serum, and the CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion - at least until the rosacea calmed down. I'm going to be honest. I had a mini freak-out when I realized I wasn't going to be able to use my anti-aging products for an undetermined length of time! I think I was most upset about losing all of the progress I had made with tretinoin.
Fast forward to now, and I've finally been able to get my anti-aging skincare routine back on track over the past couple of months. This is my current routine for mornings:
La Roche Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
2) While my skin is still slightly damp, I spritz Lexli Tone & Balance Aloe Vera Face Toner over my face, neck, and décolleté. This is a new product for me (replacing the Thayer's Witch Hazel), and I feel like it has helped in keeping the rosacea calm. A review will be coming soon.
Timeless Vitamin C+E+Ferulic Acid Serum
3) When the toner is almost absorbed (but my face is still slightly damp) I apply Timeless Vitamin C+E+Ferulic Acid Serum. I place about 10 drops in the palm of my dampened hand, lightly rub my hands together to distribute the serum, then gently apply to my face, neck, and décolleté. Then I rub the remainder on the backs of my hands.
4) I move directly into the next product - the Argireline 10% Solution from The Ordinary. I don't really measure this, I just drop some on my fingertip and apply to my forehead, the lines between my eyes (near the bridge of my nose), crow's feet, and nasolabial folds - any place where there are lines caused by repetitive movement.
The Ordinary's "Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1%
6) Next up - Timeless CoEnzyme Q10 Serum. I stopped this serum for awhile, but I missed it. It definitely makes my skin feel and look better. I feel like it provides a lot of moisture/hydration. I use about 5-6 drops, applied with damp hands to my face, neck, and décolleté. When I was using the original Buffet Serum or the Matrixyl 10% + HA, I would just mix the CoQ10 serum with the other serum before applying. I don't do that with the Buffet Serum that contains copper peptides because I'm not sure if the copper should be mixed with the CoQ10.
7) After the CoQ10 has absorbed, I apply the Pretty Pearlfection Cream moisturizer - which is one of the products I sell at I Feel Pretty Products. I have used it for many years, and it works so well at keeping breakouts at a minimum, sometimes healing them overnight. I use a pea-sized amount applied with damp hands to my face, neck, and décolleté.
8) Now I spot treat any red (rosacea) areas with First Aid Beauty Anti-Redness Serum. It contains colloidal sulfur, which is great for rosacea. If I have any other breakouts, I will also apply to them. Obviously, if you don't have rosacea or other redness, you can skip this step.
Lexli Revital-Eyes Rejuvenating Cream
9) Even though I don't really believe that an "eye" product is necessary, I do like to apply something to my undereye area, even if it's just an oil. I avoid putting tretinoin near my undereye area, but it still seems to creep up there and cause some extra dryness. Right now, I'm using Lexli Revital-Eyes Rejuvenating Cream (review soon). If I don't use that, I will use few drops of watermelon or rosehip seed oil.
10) And let's not forget the lips! I apply GrandeLIPS Hydrating Lip Plumper (in clear) to plump and hydrate my lips. I leave it on until I'm finished applying makeup, then if there is any that hasn't completely absorbed, I will wipe it off before applying lipstick.
11) And you know what the last step is going to be, right? Sunscreen. For my face, I like Paula's Choice RESIST Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30. Not only is it lightweight and doesn't get greasy, it also contains several antioxidants like resveratrol. I also like Australian Gold Botanical Tinted Face Sunscreen SPF 50 and Neutrogena Ultra-Sheer Dry-Touch SPF 70, 85+, or 100+.
Whew! That seems like a lot, I know. But you know how it it - once it's a habit, it doesn't take long to apply everything. If you ever have any questions about my routine, please feel free to email me or contact me on social media!
Don't forget - if you're interested in subscribing to Enjoy the View and getting weekly updates in your in-box, you can sign up here. Members have access to a members-only section of the blog where there are free printables, including a printable version of my morning anti-aging skincare routine!
No comments:
Post a Comment
I love reading your comments!!