How to Layer Skincare in the Correct Order, by Anime for Everyday Self-Care on YouTube. 1 min 10 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 10 s
- Time to do it
- 5 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 6
What you need
Steps
Wash your hands, then cleanse your face with lukewarm water. Pat dry with a clean towel and leave the skin slightly damp so the next layers absorb better.
Press a few drops of hydrating toner into your palms and pat it over your face and neck. Skip cotton pads and avoid rubbing, since patting keeps the skin calm.
Apply your serum while the toner is still damp. Use a pea-sized amount for the whole face and press it in, focusing on the areas you want to target.
Wait about 30 to 60 seconds for the serum to settle, then smooth moisturizer over your face and neck. This step holds the water in and stops the layers below from evaporating.
Warm two or three drops of facial oil between your palms and press it over your face as the last evening layer. In the morning, you can leave the oil out if your skin gets oily under makeup.
Finish every morning routine with sunscreen as the final step, using about two finger lengths for the face and neck. Let it set for a minute before you apply makeup.
Tips and common mistakes
Go from the thinnest texture to the thickest, since a rich cream first blocks lighter products from reaching the skin.
Give each layer a short pause so it does not pill or roll off when you add the next one.
Use sunscreen every morning, even in winter or indoors near windows, and reapply during long days outside.
Patch test a new serum or oil on your inner arm for a day before using it on your face.
Questions
Do I need every one of these steps?
No. Cleanser, moisturizer and morning sunscreen are the core. Add toner, serum and facial oil only if your skin needs them and your budget allows.
Should I use facial oil in the morning?
Usually not. Oil sits on top of sunscreen and can make it less effective, so keep oil for your evening routine and use sunscreen as your last morning layer.
How long should I wait between layers?
Around 30 to 60 seconds is enough for most products. If a layer still feels wet and slippery, give it a little longer before adding the next one.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
