My Nighttime Skincare Routine

I recently shared my morning skincare routine and now I'd like to share my nighttime regimen. I have combination skin, but a little more on the dryer side and it isn't very sensitive. I can go to sleep with a face full of makeup and won't breakout. But that's not a good idea and I do try to follow a morning and nighttime skincare routine to try to maintain healthy-looking skin.

As I mentioned in my morning skincare routine blog post, when it comes to products, I like to switch it up. I usually just go to Sephora, tell them what my concerns are and let them recommend products for me to try. Some of the brands I've liked using include Fresh, Clinique, Caudalie, Kiehl's, Algenist, Origins, Philosophy and AmorePacific. If you click on any of these links, it'll bring you to the specific product I liked using from these brands. Now let's get into my nighttime skincare routine.

Step 1: Face Wash

If you read my morning skincare routine post, you'll notice that it's very similar to my nighttime routine. The first thing I do after brushing my teeth is wash my face with face wash. 

• Makeup Wipes: Neutorgena was my favourite brand of makeup wipes and I would use them before I wash my face when I had a lot of makeup on. But I recently switched to reusable makeup remover cloths and like these so much better!
• Scrub: I like to use a face scrub and a lip scrub 3 times a week, I'll either use it in the morning or at night. 
• Mask: I'll do a mask twice a month and use Indian Clay mixed with organic apple cider vinegar.
• Clarisonic: I like to use a Clarisonic three times a week when washing my face.

Step 2: Toner

I'll then apply some toner to a cotton pad and wipe my face with it. I have a really old toner bottle that I got from Clinique and I just refill it with my new toner because I love the dispenser on it. I always try different products, but one product that works well as a toner is witch hazel. The purpose of a toner is to help remove excess dirt, oil and makeup. It also corrects and balances the pH of your skin.

Step 3: Eye Cream

I like to apply eye cream underneath my eyes before applying any other products just so that I know it's really getting into that sensitive area. I also take a tiny bit of eye cream and apply it to my laugh lines.

Step 4: Serum/Face Oil

Next, I'll apply a serum. I always switch it up, but an inexpensive option that works well for me is Jojoba oil. 

Step 5: Night Cream

The final step in my skincare routine is to apply some night cream. Since I'm just going to bed I'm not worried about wearing an SPF, so a good quality night cream is all I need.  I'll then apply some lip balm and go to bed. If you want to see some of my favourite skincare products, they can be found in my shop.

I'm all about routines and I think they're essential if you want to maximize your time and reduce stress. This week I shared my night routine on my YouTube channel, so make sure to check out that video.