If there was one self-care activity that we’d recommend every girl, irrespective of her age, to indulge in, it has to be skincare. Not only is healthy, glowing skin an instant confidence booster, but the simple act of applying your skincare products and massaging your face feels super relaxing.
But if you’ve got a very tight schedule and find it difficult to follow an elaborate 10-step skincare routine every single day, then you’ve come to the right place. Scroll down for a quick and easy skincare routine that’ll help you flaunt healthy, glowing skin for any event.
1. Cleanser
Cleansing forms the basis of every skincare routine and is an extremely important first step to get rid of oil, dirt, makeup and other impurities. Pick a cleanser that’s meant for your skin type and use it twice a day. How do you find out if you’re using the right cleanser? Well, it’s simple – post-cleansing, your skin should feel soft and refreshed, not dry and tight.
BB picks: Simple Kind To Skin Micellar Cleansing Water
2. Toner
Using the wrong cleanser can disrupt the pH balance of your skin and leave it more susceptible to damage. This is why it is mandatory to follow up cleansing with an alcohol-free toner. Apart from balancing your skin’s pH levels, a toner helps tighten your pores and allows the rest of your skincare products to absorb quickly into your skin and show better results.
BB picks: Lakme Absolute Pore Fix Toner
3. Serum
Serums are the best way to target specific concerns and achieve healthy, glowing skin. Formulated with active ingredients, serums are potent skincare products that deal with many issues ranging from dullness and acne to pigmentation and dry skin. The lightweight texture of a serum sinks right into your skin, and a large number of active ingredients present in it helps deliver much faster results.
BB picks: Dermalogica Biolumin-C Serum Brightening Vitamin C Serum
4. Moisturiser
Irrespective of your skin type, tone or texture, using a moisturiser is non-negotiable. Besides delivering hydration, moisturisers repair and protect your skin barrier, smoothen out texture, calm inflammation and prevent premature ageing. But it is important to choose a moisturiser suitable for your skin type. If you have oily skin, use a lightweight gel-based moisturiser, while those with dry skin should opt for something thicker and more nourishing.
BB picks: Pond’s Super Light Gel Oil Free Moisturiser
5. Sunscreen
Your AM skincare routine won’t give you the desired results if you skip applying sunscreen. Not only does it help in protecting your skin against tanning, but it also prevents other signs of sun damage such as pigmentation, dark spots as well as signs of premature ageing. Make sure that you choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more and apply it at least twice a day, even when indoors.
BB picks: Lakme Sun Expert SPF 50 PA+++ Ultra Matte Lotion Sunscreen
6. Lip balm
The skin on our lips is fragile compared to the rest of our face and more prone to damage. Ensure that you exfoliate your lips at least two to three times a week to remove dead skin cells and keep your lips pillowy soft. Additionally, make sure that you apply a lip balm to protect against dryness and cracking.
BB picks: Lakme Lip Love Chapstick SPF 15 - Purelipcare
Written by Urvi Dalal on May 14, 2021
Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!