Get the experts' advice for the best skincare routine
Do you sometimes find yourself looking lost in front of the shelves of skincare products? Skincare can feel like a whole science of its own, with rules, recommendations and myths. At ECOOKING, our team consists of beauticians, dermatological advisers, product developers and experienced practitioners. We use that expertise to create effective skincare products and routines developed to support your skin and bring out its natural glow.
The complete skincare routine step by step
Once your skincare routine has become a routine, it’s straightforward: First, you cleanse your skin of dirt and grime, then you add moisturizing and active ingredients, and finally, you finish with a protective cream. Let us take you through the routine step by step.
Step 1: Cleanse
Sebum and sweat are released through the pores, which can easily become clogged with the day’s dirt, pollution and excess oil. That’s why the first step in your skincare routine is to cleanse your skin thoroughly with a mild facial cleanser that removes impurities deep down and prepares the skin to receive nourishment.
Should I choose a water-based or oil-based cleanser?
If you use many products in your routine, double cleansing can be an effective way to remove excess oils, makeup and dirt.
First, use an oil-based cleanser to dissolve makeup, excess oils and sunscreen in your pores. Then use a water-based cleanser to remove dirt and oils, leaving your clean skin ready for the next step in your skincare routine.
How to cleanse your face:
Moisten your skin with a little water and spread the product over your face with clean fingertips or a damp cotton pad. Move your fingers in circles so your cleanser can reach your pores and dissolve the accumulated dirt and sebum.
cleanse in the evening and in the morning cold water and a washcloth
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Cleansing Gel
Facial cleanser for normal, oily and blemish-prone skin that cleanses thoroug...
Cleansing Milk
Fragrance-free cleansing milk for dry and sensitive skin that gently removes ...
Step 2: Exfoliation
The next step in your skincare routine is exfoliation. Your facial cleanser has removed the worst of the dirt and sebum, but now it’s time to rid your skin and pores of dead skin cells and impurities. With a gently exfoliating facial scrub, you increase your skin’s cell renewal and smooth its surface. This creates healthier, more even and glowing skin.
How to exfoliate your face:
Apply a little product to your fingertips and massage the scrub over your clean, damp face using gentle movements. Let the small grains do their work without rubbing your skin too hard.
Exfoliate your face 2-3 times a week. Pay attention to your skin’s signals and skip exfoliation if your skin is sensitive and delicate.
We recommend:
A facial scrub that combines gentle, effective ingredients to exfoliate the surface of your skin, leaving it velvety soft.
Cleansing Scrub
Fragrance-free, exfoliating face scrub and cleanser in one that cleanses deep...
Daily Peel 7%
Fragrance-free exfoliating toner with 7 % glycolic acid for daily peeling, gi...
Lip Scrub 30 ml
Our Lip Scrub 30 ml removes dead skin cells from the lips, leaving them softe...
TIP: Use a face mask a couple of times a week. Choose the mask that meets your skin’s needs. A moisturizing mask is a safe choice that lets your skin soak up plenty of moisture and nourishment.
Step 3: Toner
A light and refreshing toner marks the end of the cleansing part of your skincare routine. Toner is a nutrient-rich liquid skincare product that both balances and prepares the skin to absorb moisture and vitamins. Toner helps the skin restore its pH after the different cleansing steps, leaving it healthy and fresh.
How to use your toner:
Toner has a light, liquid consistency that is easy to dab over your face with your fingertips or a cotton pad.
Use your toner morning and evening, or carry it in your bag to keep your skin moisturized and glowing throughout the day.
We recommend:
A toner that is fragrance-free, rich in vitamins and has a refreshing and cooling effect.
Skintonic
Fragrance-free toner and face mist that removes remaining impurities after cl...
Step 4: Serum
Now you’re ready to take your skincare routine a step further. Your cleansing products have removed dirt and sebum, and now it’s time to add nourishment, vitamins and active ingredients to your skin. A serum is an effective product that works to help your skin with its specific concerns and needs. Serum firms, renews and moisturizes, giving your pores a boost and nourishing them deeply.
How to use serum:
Apply your serum all over your cleansed face. Serum has a light, liquid consistency that you can easily spread with clean fingertips. To help the serum absorb as well as possible, spread the product evenly and gently roll a Derma Roller over your skin.
Use your serum every morning and evening for visible results.
We recommend:
A serum that suits your skin type and contains the active ingredients and antioxidants that can help your skin regain its health and youthfulness.
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Hyaluronic Serum
Fragrance-free moisturising serum that provides intense moisture and plumpnes...
Super Serum
Fragrance-free anti-ageing serum that firms, reduces fine lines and wrinkles,...
Retinol Serum
Pure retinol in capsules that reduces fine lines, pigmentation spots, pores a...
Vitamin C & Ginseng Serum
A vitamin C serum that strengthens skin's collagen, gives tired skin a glow a...
5. Facial oil
The second-to-last step in your skincare routine is about restoring moisture to your skin. The best way to do this is with a nourishing facial oil that forms a natural layer over your pores and lets your skin absorb moisture. Facial oil protects your skin from drying out and from external particles, allowing your serum to work undisturbed and helping your skin retain moisture.
How to use facial oil:
Facial oil has a smooth consistency, and a little oil goes a long way when spread over your cleansed face with your fingertips. If you struggle with dry skin, you can apply a little extra facial oil to bathe your skin in moisture and care.
Use your facial oil morning and evening as part of your skincare routine.
We recommend:
A facial oil made from a blend of natural and caring oils.
Facial Oil
Our Facial Oil provides intense moisture and nourishment, softens skin, gives...
Multi Oil
Organic body oil that nourishes and softens skin, hair and beard and can also...
6. Face cream
You’ve finally reached the last step in your skincare routine. Congratulations! Your skin is cleansed, nourished and cared for, and now it needs to be thoroughly moisturized so the caring layers underneath can be protected and preserved. A good face cream will do just that.
How to use your facial cleanser:
Spread your facial cleanser all over your face and, ideally, down your neck and chest. In the morning, use a Day Cream that prepares your skin for the day’s challenges - and in the evening, use a Night Cream that nourishes your skin while you sleep. Also apply an Eye Cream around your eyes.
As the final step in your morning skincare routine, always apply sunscreen with the sun protection factor that suits you and the season.
We recommend:
A face cream with SPF and a smooth consistency that absorbs easily and moisturizes the skin as a base for your makeup.
Day Cream
Moisturiser that hydrates dry skin, adds glow, strengthens skin collagen and ...
Firming Cream SPF 50
Day cream with SPF 50 that gives visibly firmer skin in four weeks and protec...
What makes a good skincare routine?
A good skincare routine is manageable, tailored to your skin type and based on gentle and active ingredients.
Manageable, because a skincare routine only becomes a routine if it lasts and becomes a natural, self-caring part of your everyday life.
Tailored to your skin type, because your skincare routine should give your skin the care it needs and help it rebuild, find balance and be nourished on all fronts.
And it should contain ingredients with well-documented effectiveness that can protect your skin and provide visible results.
At ECOOKING, we create skincare products based on our values: Openness, integrity and honesty. That’s why you can be sure to find effective, caring and gentle skincare products with us when you’re looking for new additions to your skincare routine.
