The Ultimate Guide to Layering Your Skincare Products

Because glowing skin is all about getting the order right.

Let’s be honest — skincare can feel like a full-blown chemistry class. Between your cleanser, serum, toner, and that one product you’re not totally sure how to use... it’s easy to feel a little lost.

But here’s the good news: layering your products correctly doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, once you’ve got the basics down, it becomes second nature — and your skin will thank you.

Step 1: Cleanse

Start with a clean canvas. Use a gentle cleanser to remove dirt, makeup, and impurities.

Try: Eve Lom Cleanser 50ml 
It’s soothing, sulphate-free, and perfect for everyday use.

Step 2: Tone (optional, but nice!)

Toners help balance your skin’s pH and prep it to absorb all the goodness you’re about to layer on.

Try: REN Clean Skincare Ready Steady Glow Daily AHA Tonic 100ml

This one’s a hydrating AHA toner that also helps with gentle exfoliation.

Step 3: Targeted Serums

This is where the magic happens. Think Vitamin C in the morning, and retinoids in the evening. Always apply serums from thinnest to thickest consistency.

Morning Go-To: Paula's Choice C15 Super Booster 20ml

Evening Hero: Medik8 Crystal Retinal – Works on fine lines, texture, and dullness.

Step 4: Eye Cream

Lightweight and gentle, eye creams should go on before any heavier moisturisers.

Try: Augustinus Bader The Eye Cream 3ml

Great for hydrating and smoothing the delicate eye area.

Step 5: Moisturiser

Seal everything in with a hydrating moisturiser suited to your skin type.

Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream 50ml

Step 6 (AM ONLY): SPF!

No skipping this step. Even if you’re indoors, SPF is your skin’s best defence against premature ageing.

Try: LANEIGE Hydro UV Defence EX SPF 50 20ml

Lightweight, matte finish, and plays nicely with makeup.

Pro Tips:

• Let each product absorb before layering the next.

• Introduce new products slowly — especially actives like retinoids.

• Less is often more. Your skin doesn't need 12 steps to glow!

Getting your skincare routine right doesn’t have to be a mystery. With the right products in the right order, you’re setting yourself up for clearer, healthier, happier skin.