Ultimate Guide to Layering Science Skincare Products for Maximum Effectiveness and Radiant Skin
Layering skincare products correctly is essential for achieving optimal results. I am not talking about “slugging” with petroleum jelly either. Please don’t do that for SO many reasons.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to using some products from Science Skincare and why you do it in this order:
1. Start with Cleansing: Appropriate Cleanser
Begin your routine with the right cleanser for you skin. Use the gently foaming Gel Cleanser (AHA + Caviar Lime) for normal or sensitive skin, the powerhouse Carbon Cleanser (activated charcoal + Tea Tree) for oily or acne-prone skin and the oil-based Cream Cleanser (Vitamin A, B, C + Sea Buckthorn + Macadamia) for dry, mature and normal skin. The correct cleanser will remove impurities and prepare your skin for the application of active ingredients.
2. Apply Niacinamide: AKA Vitamin B3/B5 Serum
Next, use the Vitamin B3/B5 Serum (Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid + Davidson Plum) to reduce inflammation, improve skin barrier function, reduce pigmentation, balance oil, and enhance moisture retention. Niacinamide is ideal for prepping the skin before applying a Vitamin C complex.
3. Brighten with Vitamin C: Triple C Serum
Follow up with the Triple C Serum (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (C) + Peptides + Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (C) + Kakadu Plum (C)) to deliver potent antioxidants that brighten the skin, promote collagen and elastin development and combat free radicals. Applying Vitamin C after niacinamide optimises its efficacy.
4. Hydrate and Protect: SPF and antioxidants
To lock in moisture, protect against environmental stressors, camouflage and deliver potent antioxidants, follow up with one of the Suntint Protect (SPF 25 + Kakadu Plum + CoQ10) moisturisers. This is an all-in-one foundation, SPF and antiaging moisturiser in one.
5. Evening Routine: Resurface and Replenish
In the evening, after cleansing, use Exfoliant Serum (salicylic acid + Vitamin A + Tea Tree) to unclog pores and blackheads, remove dead skin cells and promote skin renewal. Follow this with Vitamin A 0.5% Serum (Retinaldehyde + Vitamin B, C and E + Red Algae). This will enhance cell turnover and collagen production, offering anti-aging and scar improving benefits with less irritation compared to traditional retinol.
6. Moisturise: Rest and Repair
Finally, finish your evening routine with a moisturiser to suit your skin. For oily skin use the Hydra Lotion (Peptides + Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid + Minerals + Honey extract), for sensitive skin, Nurture and Repair (Peptides + Cucumber + Watermelon), and all other skin the Hydra Cream (Peptides + Nut oils + Emu Apple). This final step locks in hydration, infuses the skin with active ingredients and supports the skin’s barrier function, essential for maintaining skin health overnight.
Did you know that we have skin health experts all over Australia recommending and using Science Skincare? They also stock our premium Black Label Range. So if you’re looking for expert advice, or to up the ante on your current skincare routine, they’ve got your back. To find the nearest one to you click HERE.
