Skin Cycling: Everything You Need to Know About the Latest Skincare Trend
Just like the rest of the body, your skin needs rest. Constant exposure to products that contain powerful ingredients can damage the surface level of the skin, causing irritation. The solution? Skin cycling! This latest viral trend has taken the skincare world by storm - but how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know!
What is Skin Cycling?
Originally coined by Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe, Skin Cycling is a skincare regimen that allows for “rest days” during the week, so that your skin can repair itself after using certain products. Achieve happy, healthy skin while also getting the most out of your products without an 11-step skincare routine!
How to Incorporate Skin Cycling in Your Skincare Routine:
Day 1: Exfoliate
Begin your weekly routine with exfoliation to reveal fresh, radiant skin. This step removes dead skin cells, brightens your complexion, and boosts the effectiveness of other products. Our Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask combines both chemical and physical exfoliation. The Rice Powder gently sloughs away surface dead cells, while the Fruit AHA blend accelerates cell renewal for a smoother, brighter complexion. For a quick, no-mask alternative, try Fresh Start Lime Pearl + Prickly Pear 5% PHA Resurfacing Treatment. Ideal for those short on time or seeking a gentle exfoliating and toning treatment, it features Prickly Pear PHA and Lime Pearl, a natural source of AHA that visibly brightens and refines skin texture.
Day 2: Retinol-based product
On the second day, incorporate a bio-retinol product like our Skin Hero Bakuchiol + Calendula Bio-Retinol Serum. This serum contains a plant-based retinol substitute called Bakuchiol, that smoothes fine lines, fades discoloration, and decreases breakouts. Once your skin has adjusted to an active formula like Skin Hero, consider incorporating Dream into your routine for added brightening. This ultra-gentle, plant-based retinol derived from Picão Preto, a medicinal herb native to Brazil, will leave your skin feeling even softer and smoother.
Day 3 & 4: Rest Period
During this rest period, we recommend using your favourite replenishing products tailored to your skin's unique needs. For hydration, indulge your skin with Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum and Glow 49% Jojoba Oil Serum. If you're seeking firming benefits, try Boost 49% Rosehip Oil Serum and Firm Believer Goji Stem Cell + Pomegranate Smoothing Neck + Face Cream. For those with sensitive skin, take this time to soothe and restore with Restore Ceramides + Gotu Kola Barrier Repair Cream or Replenish Ceramides + Blueberry Barrier Repair Serum, both developed in collaboration with Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, specifically for sensitive skin.
Repeat Routine
To get the most effective results, integrate this routine with your favorite cleansers, creams, and eye masks.
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Hi,
I have dark marks on my face due to an incident . I should have taken care of it right away but I didn’t bother or didn’t want to think about it. What do you recommend?