Lately, we’ve become more conscious about skincare ingredients and what they do for our skin. Information about skin care products is all around us, from social media to beauty blogs and estheticians. And since you can learn more about ingredients and their benefits for your skin, and even tutorials are readily available, there’s no end to the different recipes you can tweak to make your skincare work at its optimal level. Learn about the concept of skin care cocktails and how they can impact your daily life..
What is a skin care cocktail? | How to mix cocktails effectively | make cocktails step by step | Combinations I want to try | mixing masks | Combinations to avoid
What is a skin care cocktail?
Multi-step skin care is no longer considered high-maintenance and has become a kind of standard these days. After all, if one effective product is good for your skin, two or even three (or more) should be better. Although this is not always the case, there are many ingredients that can be combined to complement each other and enhance effects beyond what can be achieved alone. Skincare cocktails are the process of combining and layering products within a skincare regimen to enhance effectiveness, absorption, and results (or all of the above) for healthy, glowing skin. This process is easy and can be customized according to your needs.
Several ingredients bring out the best in each other, enhancing their effectiveness and taking your skincare to the next level. These combinations allow you to create the perfect skin care routine for your specific needs, but cracking the code takes some work. When it comes to ingredients, more is not necessarily better. Layering too many ingredients can block the active ingredients, cause irritation, and defeat the whole purpose of the practice. But just like a good bartender concocts a great drink, the right skincare cocktail recipe can be a magical combination.
How to make an effective skin care cocktail
The key to a cocktail that works for your particular skin is to really focus on what you’re trying to achieve. Whether you want to create brighter-looking skin, clearer, more balanced skin, or a smooth, hydrated glow, understanding your end goal and working backwards is the most effective way to curate mixology. is.
A skin care cocktail routine requires knowledge of how to layer active ingredients. It is important to understand which ingredients work well together and in what order they should be applied. A good rule of thumb is to apply based on texture. The lightest products go first and the thickest products last. Toner, serum, oil, moisturizer, and daily SPF.
The timing of your application is also important. Give each product enough time to absorb into your skin and dry before applying the next product. Approximately 5 minutes is a good time frame. Signs of layering something too soon can show up as pilling or flaking of the product on the skin. Again, the term “cocktail” may conjure up images of one big martini shaker filled with various ingredients, but this is more about layering ingredients than mixing them.
Skin care cocktail step by step
To get the most out of this skin care strategy, follow these simple rules:
step 1
A good tip is to find products that complement your skin type and address any concerns you have. If your goal is a cocktail to help problem or acne-prone skin, our Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser is a good place to start. It both cools and balances, reducing visible signs of skin problems and breakouts. Or try Acne Advanced Cleansing Foam, which effectively prevents acne breakouts and unclogs pores.
Cleansing is followed by exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and other debris on the skin’s surface that can interfere with product absorption. Exfoliating cleansers like Charcoal Exfoliating Gel Cleanser and Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Cleanser can do double duty and save you time. Both cleanse and exfoliate in one step, preparing your skin for the rest of the cocktail.
Step 2
Applying toners and essences can enhance the effects of your cocktail routine. The toner will remove any residue that may be left on your face and complete the cleansing process. Toners can also address skin concerns from acne to aging and balance your skin’s pH levels. Follow with an essence that preps your face for the next step in your routine, maximizing hydration, plumping, and protection. It’s known that skin absorbs active ingredients better when it’s a little damp, so spray or swipe on a hydrating essence and it’s ready to receive the next ingredient in your cocktail routine..
Our Pineapple Refining Tonique is designed to brighten, moisturize and exfoliate skin with gentle enzymes and acids. If you want to purify your skin and improve its barrier function, Birch Water Purifying Essence is the perfect choice.
Step 3
This is where the real cocktail making begins. As mentioned earlier, some products can work together to enhance the effectiveness of each. Two ingredients that go well together are salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps prevent acne breakouts and helps exfoliate and unclog pores. And hyaluronic acid is a skin humectant, nourishing and moisturizing dry skin. When the two are applied back-to-back, the salicylic acid helps absorb excess oil, while the hyaluronic acid pumps moisture back into the skin, reducing dryness. Our Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Acid Serum combines hyaluronic acid and strawberry salicylic acid in just the right balance.
Niacinamide is another ingredient that our product support team loves because it can be combined with almost anything. Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, visibly reduces pore size, retains moisture, supports the skin barrier, and smoothes uneven texture. It is usually combined with ingredients such as antioxidants (vitamin C), glycolic acid, traditional retinol, and bakuchiol. Vitamin C and niacinamide combine to provide hydrating, whitening, and skin smoothing benefits. The combination of niacinamide and bakuchiol in our Bakuchiol + Niacinamide Moisturizer also smoothes wrinkles, visibly tightens skin, and reduces the appearance of large pores and uneven skin without causing visible irritation. Minimizes the appearance of textured texture.
If you’re looking for more combinations targeting a specific problem, we’ve got you covered.
dehydrated skin
Skin prone to spots
The dynamic duo of Clear Skin Willow Bark Booster Serum and Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Acid Hydrator is a winning combination that delivers lightweight, transparent hydration.Notable ingredients: hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, salicylic acid
fine lines and wrinkles
Powerful C+E serum with citrus and kale and firming liquid with bamboo. Layer on SPF during the day to further fight signs of aging. Ingredients to look out for: Natural Retinol Alternatives and Vitamin C
happy customers, julietried this combo and said in a review on our website: “When I mixed Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum with Bamboo Firming Fluid, I saw amazing results in skin clarity, even skin tone, and a smooth feel. My Eminence Consultant gave me the idea to use this ingredient to create a product called a “cocktail”. try out! If you do that, you’ll definitely be happy! ”
mixing masks
If you like the idea of layering and mixing ingredients to customize your results, but don’t want to commit to an entire routine, double masking can be a good option. The right mask is not only super nourishing, but also provides all sorts of benefits, from hydration to improving blemishes, absorbing excess oil, and minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The mask is also designed to deliver a high concentration of ingredients so it can have an immediate effect on your skin and is easy and convenient to add to your at-home routine. If one mask is good, would doubling (or tripling) it be even better? The answer is yes! Click here for more information on double masking here.
Combinations to avoid
Just as some products enhance others, there are combinations of ingredients to avoid. Avoid using large amounts of chemical exfoliants such as alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids in your daily life. These can lead to over-exfoliation of the skin and damage the skin barrier.The same goes for the conventional type. Too much retinol can cause irritation, especially on skin that is already exposed to acids.
While SPF is a non-negotiable in your daytime routine, it’s important to note that it should never be mixed with other products. Instead, it should be the last layer you apply to your skin before makeup. Mixing SPF with another product can make the sunscreen less effective, defeating the purpose of using SPF, and potentially causing serious sun damage. but. However, we do not recommend mixing SPF with anything else, but if the ingredients are mixed with SPF in the formula (such as Bakuchiol and Niacinamide in Radiant Protection SPF Fluid or Passion in Lilikoi Daily Defense Moisturizer) (such as vitamin C from fruits), you’ll be in good shape and your skin will benefit from the included treatments.
Of course, SPF should be worn every day to protect your skin, but it’s important to apply SPF the day after using retinol and acids. Another great cocktail tip for maximum protection is to layer vitamin C with SPF in the morning to protect your skin from environmental stressors. This is 3-4 drops of Citrus & Kale Potent C+E Serum on clean skin before applying SPF.
Interested in building a skincare cocktail-making routine? Contact your local Eminence Organics Spa Partner for advice on which ingredients can be combined to achieve the results you’re looking for.
