Ruth Therenca 
Looking for morning skin care steps to last the day? Read on.
If you are wondering how to use the skin care products you bought, remember this rule: thin to thick.
You will notice your facial skin care products come in different consistencies, from thin liquids to thick creams, so really, the sequence of how you apply them matters.
Your skin’s role is to keep things out, but with fast paced lives, taking care of it from the inside out can be an elusive practice.
You will want to use good skin care products to get the useful elements in, in the right sequence.
How to layer skin care products in the morning
Dr. Rogers, a certified dermatologist, advises it’s good to have a morning skin care routine to protect the skin from the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. Layering skin care products in the morning is also meant to shield you from the effects of pollution and other harsh weather elements.
Here are simple skin care routine steps for a clearer daytime skin.
Step 1: Cleanse
Before applying anything else on your face, start by splashing warm water on your face. If you are going to use a cleanser, ensure it’s suitable for your skin type, to prevent irritation in the form of burns.
Step 2: Tone
Many people skip this step which is fine. But if you want to take your skin care regimen a notch higher, maybe you are wondering:
What does a toner do for your skin?
A toner is meant to close your skin pores after cleansing, so as to prevent contaminants from penetrating into it.
While at it, ensure your toner is meant for your skin type, because different toners come with different nourishing compounds for treating different skin types.
Dr. Rogers advises, toners were meant to bring back the skin pH balance which has been destroyed by harsh regular soaps .
So, if your skin has been okay without toners, then there is no need to include it in your regimen. This is good for you if you have damaged skin.
Step 3: Antioxidant serum
A good serum has vitamin c and E to protect your skin from the effects of free radicals. Good antioxidant serums don’t come cheap, but they promise to slow signs of aging. How to apply antioxidant serum? You ask. Simply by patting a few drops on your face and neck.
Step 4: Cream the Eye
The skin around your eyes is thinner, making it prone to fast aging. Fine lines, dark circles and puffiness around the eyes are signs of aging you would like to slow. So invest in a good eye cream.
To apply your eye cream, use your ring finger by dabbing a small amount. You can skip this step if your antioxidant serum is fragrance-free and eye friendly.
Step 5: Spot Treatment
If you have a pimple, anti-inflamatory and spot-drying products will help. But remember, pimples might be a sign of an infection on the inside, so be keen on that.
You can skip this step if you are spotless or would like to have nature take its course.
Step 6: Moisturize
Moisturizers are meant to soften and soothe skin.
If you have dry skin, go for a balm or cream. If you have normal skin or a combination of dry and oily, go for thicker creams. If you have oily skin opt for fluids or gels.
Step 7: Apply Sunscreen
This is an important morning skin care routine step, as it protects you from harmful UVA and UVB rays from the sun, which may cause cancer.
Always apply suncreen 15-30 minutes before going outside and opt for one with a minimum of SPF 30.
There you have it! Simple skin care steps for the day.
