Lesson 1Night routine overview tailor to time limitsCreate real night routines tailor to time limits. Learn essential vs optional steps, how fi rotate treatments cross di week, an' ways fi keep skin comfy an' protected while savin' time.
Core nightly steps: cleanse, treat, moisturizeRotating retinoids and exfoliants through weekShort routine plans for very late nightsUsing richer creams to simplify layeringWeekly reset nights for extra careTracking skin response and adjusting stepsLesson 2Eye care at night: peptide creams, light emollients, safe application fi fine lines an' dark circlesDiscover how fi care fi eye area at night usin' peptide creams an' light emollients. Learn safe application, product amounts, an' techniques fi address fine lines, puffiness, an' dark circles widout irritation.
Anatomy of the eye contour and thin skinChoosing peptide eye creams for fine linesLightweight emollients that will not cause miliaSafe application patterns and tapping motionsManaging dark circles and puffiness at homeIngredients to avoid near the lash lineLesson 3Serums an' actives fi mornin': vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid or stable types), niacinamide — strengths, benefits, an' practical choicesExplore mornin' serums an' actives suitable fi combination skin. Learn bout vitamin C types, niacinamide strengths, an' how fi choose stable, good-formulated products weh brighten, protect, an' refine texture.
L-ascorbic acid vs stable vitamin C derivativesIdeal vitamin C concentrations for beginnersNiacinamide percentages and tolerabilityCombining vitamin C with sunscreen for defenseLayering serums under moisturizer and SPFStorage tips to prevent vitamin C oxidationLesson 4Toners an' hydratin' essences: humectants fi include (glycerin, hyaluronic acid) an' mild pH balancin'Understand di role of toners an' hydratin' essences in routines fi combination skin. Learn bout humectants like glycerin an' hyaluronic acid, mild pH balancin', an' how fi avoid over-layerin' or sensitizin' di skin.
Differences between toner, essence, and mistHumectants: glycerin, hyaluronic acid, panthenolMild pH balancing and barrier supportAvoiding over-layering and sticky buildupAlcohol content and sensitivity considerationsCotton pad vs hands: application choicesLesson 5Sunscreen pickin': mineral vs chemical, SPF an' PA guidance, textures fi combination skin, reapplication tipsMaster sunscreen pickin' fi combination skin, comparin' mineral an' chemical filters. Learn SPF an' PA guidance, texture choices, an' practical reapplication strategies weh fit busy daytime schedules an' makeup use.
Mineral vs chemical filters: pros and consChoosing SPF and PA levels for daily useTextures that suit oily T-zones and dry areasLayering sunscreen with makeup and primersReapplication methods over foundationCommon sunscreen myths to correct clientsLesson 6Practical product pickin' tips: pharmacy/store basics, readin' labels, patch testin'Gain practical skills fi guide clients in product pickin'. Learn fi use pharmacy an' store basics, read ingredient labels, compare claims, an' do patch testin' fi reduce irritation an' allergic reactions.
Building routines from pharmacy and store brandsReading INCI lists and key ingredient positionsSpotting marketing claims vs real benefitsHow to perform a proper patch testRecognizing early signs of irritation or allergyWhen to advise dermatologist referralLesson 7Nighttime treatments: retinoids an' alternatives (retinol, bakuchiol), chemical exfoliants (BHA/AHA) — when fi use, strengths, layerin' rulesStudy nighttime treatments fi combination skin, includin' retinoids, bakuchiol, an' chemical exfoliants. Learn when fi use dem, safe strengths, an' layerin' rules fi avoid irritation while improvin' texture an' tone.
Retinol vs retinal vs prescription retinoidsBakuchiol as a gentler alternative optionChoosing BHA vs AHA for skin concernsFrequency planning to prevent over-exfoliationLayering actives with moisturizers and oilsManaging purging vs true irritation signsLesson 8Moisturizers fi combination skin: light gel-cream vs lotion; key ingredients (ceramides, glycerin, squalane)Learn how fi choose daytime moisturizers fi combination skin, comparin' gel-creams an' lotions. Understand how ceramides, glycerin, an' squalane hydrate, support di barrier, an' balance oil widout feelin' heavy or greasy.
Gel-cream vs lotion: feel and finish on skinCeramides for barrier support in daily careGlycerin and other humectants for hydrationSqualane for lightweight emollience and glowAdjusting moisturizer by season and climatePairing moisturizers with sunscreen texturesLesson 9Cleansers fi combination skin: gel, micellar, an' low-foam options; texture guidance an' ingredient highlights (mild surfactants, glycerin)Learn how fi choose an' use cleansers fi combination skin, comparin' gel, micellar, an' low-foam options. Understand textures, mild surfactants, an' hydratin' ingredients weh clean effective widout strippin' or irritatin'.
Gel vs low-foam cleansers for T-zone controlMicellar water for gentle makeup and sebum removalMild surfactants to avoid barrier disruptionRole of glycerin and other humectants in cleansersHow to choose a cleanser by feel and after-rinseCommon cleansing mistakes to correct at homeLesson 10Night moisturizers an' occlusives: richer textures an' recovery ingredients (niacinamide, ceramides)Explore how fi select night moisturizers an' occlusives fi combination skin. Compare creams, balms, an' sleepin' masks, an' learn how niacinamide, ceramides, an' lipids support barrier repair widout clogg in pores.
Differences between lotions, creams, and balmsWhen to add occlusives for extra overnight repairNiacinamide benefits for redness and oil balanceCeramides and barrier lipids for skin resilienceLayering moisturizers with serums at nightAvoiding pore-clogging textures on oily areasLesson 11Mornin' routine overview an' timin' fi busy professionalDesign efficient mornin' routines fi busy professionals. Learn step order, approximate timin', an' shortcuts weh maintain skin health an' protection while respectin' limited time before work or daily activities.
Essential morning steps: cleanse to SPFTime-saving two-in-one product strategiesAdjusting routine on no-makeup vs makeup daysQuick techniques for even sunscreen coverageTravel and gym-friendly morning kitsAdapting routines for different work environmentsLesson 12Makeup removal an' cleansin' at night: oil-based or balm removers den gentle cleanser; reason fi double cleanseUnderstand why double cleansin' ideal at night fi combination skin. Learn how fi use oil or balm removers, den a gentle cleanser, fi remove sunscreen, makeup, an' pollution widout over-dryin' or irritatin' di skin.
Choosing oil vs balm makeup removersCorrect massage and emulsification techniqueFollowing with a gentle water-based cleanserAdjusting double cleanse for minimal makeup daysRemoving waterproof eye and lip products safelySigns your cleansing routine is too harsh