An evening routine doesn’t need ten products. It needs a few minutes that you actually look forward to.
1. Cleanse, slowly. Wash away the day with lukewarm water and a gentle cleanser. Take a full minute. The point is as much the pause as the cleansing.
2. Apply your serum. A few drops, pressed into the skin with your fingertips. Follow the directions on the product for how much to use and how often.
3. Finish with a cream. Smooth it over your face and neck. Then put your phone down for the night, if you can.
That’s all. What makes it a ritual isn’t the number of steps. It’s doing the same small thing each evening, with attention.
If you have sensitive skin or a skin condition, check new products with a pharmacist or dermatologist first, and always follow the directions on the label.
