As an aesthetician, I get asked quite a bit about the correct order to apply skincare products . It is a source of confusion for many people. Moisturizers, serums, cleansers, exfoliators, oh my! Let’s end the mystery of ‘The Order of the Products’.

1 - Cleansers

The first step is to cleanse the skin. Don’t rush this step - for some cleansers, it takes time for the active ingredient(s) to work.

2- Exfoliators

Exfoliators follow cleansers, whether it is a physical exfoliator, such as a scrub, or a chemical exfoliator. Follow the specific exfoliator instructions for how to use it.

3 - Serums

Next up are serums. Some serums are meant to be applied only in the morning and others only at night. Often, serums can be layered on top of one another. For instance, most* of the AlumierMD serums can be used in any order.

(* excluding Everactive C&E+Peptide, which is the first serum applied in the morning, and Alumience A.G.E. and Vitamin Rich Smoother, which are applied last in that order)

4 - Eye Products

Eye creams and serums are applied following serums.

5 - Moisturizers

An essential part of skincare, moisturizers are the second last product applied to the skin.

6 - Sunscreen

Last, but certainly not least, are sunscreens. Reapply throughout the day as per instructions. Many people skip this step, especially in winter. However, wearing sunscreen daily, all year, is one of the most important things you can do for you skin.