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February 9, 2020 · 2 min read

Benefits of a Good Skin Care Routine

Let’s face it! As much as treating your skin to a treatment or procedure that can be done in a clinic, the results are going to be significantly enhanced and go a whole lot further when you implement a great skincare routine at home.

Woman with healthy glowing skin following her daily skin care routine in Pickering

I REGRET TAKING CARE OF MY SKIN. SAID NO ONE EVER

Let’s face it! As much as treating your skin to a treatment or procedure that can be done in a clinic, the results are going to be significantly enhanced and go a whole lot further when you implement a great skincare routine at home.

All this rejuvenating beautification that you are considering taking on with lavish aesthetics treatments will last longer, be complemented further and exponentially accelerate and optimize the effects of all your efforts with a high-quality skincare regime!

Not sure where to get started when there are so many products out there?Here are some simple steps to get you on the path of creating habits that your skin will thank you for the rest of your life!

1. Find a Trusted Skincare Professional

Get yourself a trusted cosmetic professional who can make a plan with you. Just like a fitness trainer or a healthy eating coach, investing in your skin can benefit from professional advice that will address the areas that trouble you. It is so easy to build up all those bathroom drawers with endless products but one great product is better than a variety. Get the best bang for your buck that will not be too overwhelming

RN skincare professional building a personalized routine with a client in Pickering
A trusted professional helps you choose products that actually suit your skin.

2. De-Clutter Your Skincare Shelf

If you are really committed to investing in your skin, it will be easier by minimizing the products and focusing on just the one routine you have planned out with your trusted professional. Toss anything that compromises or doesn’t enhance your new committed routine.

3. Start Simple With a Skincare Starter Kit

Many top-quality skincare companies recognize that the cost and criteria to get someone started may be too time-consuming or financially daunting.

The post-peel routine

Many companies offer a starter skincare kit that will save you money but optimize your results without too much commitment in terms of time or money. Bundles are a great incentive for getting started.
Simple skincare starter routine flatlay with cleanser, serum, moisturizer and sunscreen
Start simple: one focused routine beats a drawer full of half-used products.

4. Commit to Baby Steps in Your Routine

If you are going to run a 10 km run this summer, you better ease into it! No one, especially you, wants to quit your new routine so commit to a short amount of time both the start and end of the day. Then, once you start to see the unbelievable difference in your skin, you will be inspired and motivated to grow your process and keep up with the routine.

5. Set Up a Skincare Shrine

Starting a skin care regiment is more difficult to skip when it is staring at it every day by your bathroom mirror. Display your beautiful new products as a reminder to use it, and that you deserve it!

Skincare products displayed on a bathroom vanity as a daily routine reminder
Display your products where you will see them every day.

It takes 21 days to create a habit - and even less to start seeing and feeling the results in your skin with a top-quality skincare routine. Are you ready to develop a new habit?

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is a good skin care routine important?+

A consistent at-home routine protects and extends the results of any in-clinic treatment. Daily cleansing, targeted serums and sun protection keep skin healthy between visits, so the effort and investment you put into your skin goes further and lasts longer.

What are the basic steps of a daily skincare routine?+

A simple, effective routine starts with a gentle cleanser, followed by a treatment serum suited to your concern, a moisturizer to support your skin barrier, and a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning. In the evening you can add a retinol once your skin tolerates it. Quality and consistency matter more than the number of products.

How long does it take to see results from a skincare routine?+

Habits take roughly 21 days to form, and many people notice improvements in skin feel and clarity within a few weeks of consistent use. Deeper changes in tone and texture typically build over several months, which is why committing to your routine daily is so rewarding.

Do I really need a professional to build my routine?+

You can absolutely start on your own, but a trusted skincare professional helps you choose the right products for your skin instead of guessing. At Victoria Rose Aesthetics, our RN-led team in Pickering can assess your skin and build a focused plan so you invest in what actually works for you.

Is sunscreen necessary if I already use serums and moisturizers?+

Yes. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is one of the most important steps in any routine because it protects against sun damage that causes premature aging and uneven tone. Without it, the other products in your regimen are working against ongoing UV exposure.

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