No matter how old we are, September always has that back-to-school feel. A clean slate with fresh motivation and organisation.
We’re applying that same principle to our skincare. This back-to-school season, we’re taking it back to basics with skincare that doesn’t take hours of your time, but gives you impressive results.
The core principle of a back-to-school skincare approach is quick, easy and doesn’t eat into precious time. The great news is that this is The Skin Diary way, too. Our dermatologists build skincare to make it as easy yet effective as possible to slot into busy modern life.
Back-to-school skincare steps
Step 1: Cleanse
Cleansing should always be your first step. A clean canvas enables your skincare actives to work their best and keep your skin barrier happy. Dirt, oils and matter from pollution can accumulate throughout the day, so removing this ensures oxidative stress is minimised. This is important as it can lead to accelerated skin ageing and trigger pigmentation issues.
In the morning, a quick cleanse to remove sweat from the night is great.
At night, a more thorough cleanse is needed. You can use a balm cleanser (followed by a cream if you like to double cleanse), to remove sunscreen, makeup and dirt from the day. For extra tips on best cleansing practice, check out our blog: Skin Ageing Unlocked | How to wash your face.
Step 2: Morning protection
Daytime is when protection is the main aim of the game. An A* routine includes hydration, antioxidants, DNA repair and sunscreen, but busy weekday mornings often mean that’s just not possible.
That’s why we created Age Defence Moisturising Day Cream.
We’ve dubbed it: The Everyday Day Cream. It does all that great protection in one easy step.
Formulated with antioxidants, encapsulated sunscreen, moisturising ingredients (like glycerin and squalane) and DNA repair enzymes. Your all-in-one that protects, nourishes and repairs.
Step 3: Nighttime repair
After your cleanse, consistency using actives at night can yield great results. But when routines are complicated, it’s not always easy to prioritise. Night Repair Therapy was designed with you in mind.
It combines a powerful retinyl-ester with skin barrier-loving moisturising ingredients for a luxurious step that doubles collagen and elastic fibres for more youthful skin.
In short: it helps your skin appear better rested, even on the days you don’t feel like it.
Back-to-school skincare products
The Ultimate Skin Ageing Duo
Too busy, too overwhelmed or too confused by skincare? With decades of research, our dermatologist team designed The Ultimate Skin Ageing Duo with you in mind.
A day and night routine packed with science-led ingredients that have clinically proven final formulations. Quick and effective 🤩
The result? Glowing, refreshed skin. Ready to take on a fresh new term — whatever that looks like for you.
