Tip #1: Sunscreen is non-negotiable.
The UV Rays are the biggest accelerator of skin aging, and the creator of the long-term damage from UV exposure happens before age thirty. The easiest way to slow the aging process is, to wear sunscreen and limit sun exposure. It is important to use sunscreen with UVB & UVA protection. Remember, UV can penetrate clouds and glass, so make sunscreen part of your morning regimen, all days of the year even in winter.
Tip #2: Calm acne inflammation with ice.
Tip #3: Toner is unmissable
At a time, removing oil from the skin was the main purpose of a toner. The formulas were little more than alcohol and water. The more it itched, the better it worked. Today's toners are formulated to work on the full spectrum of skin concerns, from acne to aging, and are designed to repair and renew as well as refine our skin.
The secret bonus of toner is prepping your skin for better absorption of follow-on products to maximize results. Don't skip the toner, cause this undercut the effectiveness of your creams and serums.
Tip #4: Don’t wait for your first wrinkle to start using an active regimen.
Prevention is always easier than repair. Start early with actives like vitamin A, peptides, and acids to protect against environmental damage and slow the effects of aging. If you have acne, make controlling breakouts your top priority to avoid damage from scarring or pigmentation. Fortunately, many of the ingredients that are best for acne management also help push off the signs of aging. And because most of the long-term damage from UV exposure happens before age thirty, daily sunscreen is essential.
Tip #5: You don’t need a 12-step skincare routine.
More products don’t necessarily equal better. Aside from being time-consuming and expensive, an overabundance of products can stress your skin. A healthy skincare routine consists of four basic steps: cleanser, toner, corrective serum, and hydrator/protector. You can speed results with booster products, but these four are the essentials you can’t do without.
Tip #6: Acids cure the dulls.
Acids dissolve the “glue” that binds dead cells together to slough them away and instantly give skin a brighter, fresher appearance. Each has its particular strengths—smoothing, tightening, firming, thickening, and brightening among them—that can be harnessed to address your concerns.
Tip #7: Take care of your skin barrier.
The skin is a barrier against the world, the most important organ of our body, as it protects all our other organs from irritants, allergens,
chemicals, environmental pollutants, and bacteria. A weakened or compromised skin barrier shows redness and irritation. Nourishing oils, peptides, moisturizing ingredients, and antioxidants increase lipids and protect against moisture loss to help keep the skin's barrier strong and resilient. healthy barrier. happy skin.
Tip #8: Dry skin needs exfoliation.
Lack of moisture causes skin cells to die more rapidly, creating an excess of dead cells on the skin’s surface. The cellular buildup blocks moisture from entering the skin, creating a self-perpetuating cycle of parch. Exfoliation clears a path for moisture to enter the skin, improving elasticity, reducing the appearance of fine lines, and undulling skin.
Tip #9: Discover niacinamide.
This vitamin B3 derivative is a multi-tasking monster of skin enhancement and a key component in many serums and toners. It’s a potent antioxidant and powerful anti-inflammatory with proven benefits for everything from texture to tone. As a co-factor in the synthesis of ceramides, niacinamide raises nourishing fatty acid levels in the skin, increasing elasticity and improving barrier function.
Because it inhibits the transfer of melanosomes (the transporters of pigment) to skin cells, niacinamide also helps defend against hyperpigmentation, age spots, and acne scars.
Tip #10: Cleanse consciously.
If you’re using a cleanser with active ingredients but rushing through your cleanse, you’re not getting the optimum performance from your product. Wash your face for 60 full seconds before rinsing off your cleanser to allow the ingredients to do their work. The extended massage time also revs up circulation, bringing oxygen and beneficial nutrients to the skin.
Tip #11: Layer products from light to heavy.
Products with the lightest viscosity should be applied first to ensure optimal absorption—thinner serums to thicker serums, and finally, lotions and creams. Heavier formulas like moisturizers can act as a barricade to other products, so they need to go last. Moisturizers and sunscreen are the icings on the cake.
Tip #12: Bump up to the next serum level to push your results.
The Vivant line uses active ingredients that bring visible changes to the skin. The formulas are multi-tiered, so you can graduate from one level to the next as your skin progresses. In the first few weeks with a new product, you will notice some acclimation (mild flaking or slight redness). These are the signs of accelerated cell turnover—dead cells being brought to the surface and sloughed off to reveal fresh, healthy, vibrant skin. Once you stop seeing the signs of acclimation, it means your skin has become accustomed to the product, and you are in maintenance mode. Your skin is still benefitting and, if you are comfortable with the results you are getting, you can stay at this level to maintain your results. But if you want to push your results farther, it’s time to move up.
If you like where you are but feel like you could use a little boost, you can stay at your current serum level but move up to a stronger toner. That can give you a boost without initiating the signs of acclimation that the higher-level serum formula would bring.
Tip #13: Don’t forget about your neck and décolletage.
The skin on your neck and décolletage is thinner and more delicate than your face, making it more prone to wrinkles and sagging. It’s also an area that gets a lot of exposure to age-accelerating elements like UV, so it should not be ignored.
Keep in mind that some of the products you use on your face may be too strong for these sensitive areas. Use gentle, nourishing products, and always sunscreen!
Tip #14: Be consistent.
Using all the right products won’t bring the results you want if you don’t use them consistently. Whether your skincare issue is acne, discoloration, or aging, daily maintenance is required if you want to keep your skin in peak condition. A four-step regimen includes a cleanser, toner, serum, and SPF. Using all four steps consistently will maximize the benefits because each step enhances the next.
Rule of thumb: your morning routine is about protecting your skin; your nighttime routine is about repairing it.
Tip #15: Eye cream is essential.
The skin around the eyes is more delicate than the rest of the face, making it vulnerable to environmental stressors. And because there is less collagen, the eye area is the first place signs of aging appear. Daily eye cream is essential to defend against damage and keep the fragile skin around the eyes hydrated, plumped, and smooth.
Tip #16: Boost your booster.
For nourishing the skin, detoxing, and lifting dull, dead cells, a mask brings instant gratification while supporting long-term tone and texture enhancement. You can give your weekly booster session a supercharged performance enhancement with one simple trick. Just apply your favorite corrective serum under the mask.
Tip #17: Every regimen needs a vitamin C serum.
In addition to being the cofactor in collagen synthesis, vitamin C suppresses excess melanin and protects against photodamage, making it an essential ingredient for bright, firm, healthy skin. Vitamin C’s photoprotective effects are magnified when paired with vitamin E. This synergistic combo anchors Vivant’s Pure C + E serum for maximum repair and damage control. Make it a morning ritual for resilience and radiance.
Tip #18: Prioritize peptides.
Peptides are not a luxury skincare ingredient; they are the core of cellular health.
These cell-signaling agents encourage the skin to produce more collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, the pillars of a healthy skin structure. Peptides reduce the appearance of fine lines, calm redness, and extend the life of injectables. They are the closest you can get to Botox in a bottle.
Tip #19: Use one high-performance serum.
Serums are formulated to be maximally potent with highly concentrated ingredients that target specific concerns like acne, aging, or discoloration. In short, they are the workhorses of your skincare stable, capable of taking on and transforming all your trouble spots. Vitamin A is top of the list for clearing acne, fighting the signs of aging, or promoting and maintaining firm, bright, glowing skin.
Tip #20: Don’t spot treats.
Spot treating is the whack-a-mole of skincare. When you spot and treat only the individual lesion, you allow bacteria in the surrounding skin to continue growing and spreading. A complete cell turnover cycle takes thirty days, meaning pimples form under the surface long before you see them. To clear your skin and prevent future breakouts, use your skin care product all over your face.
Tip #21: Get regular professional treatments.
No matter how dedicated you are to your skincare regimen, professional treatments can bring added benefit with professional-grade products, specialized equipment, and skilled techniques that aren’t available in your homecare. Your aesthetician can evaluate your skin condition, spot underlying issues, make appropriate recommendations, and perform targeted treatments, giving you higher-level results tailored to your needs.
A monthly facial is ideal, but if time or budget is an issue, try to get in at least three to four times a year. Peels are best done in a series to see the full benefit.
Tip #22: Go to bed.
Sleep is the body’s natural repair cycle and one of the best things you can do to protect skin from premature aging. During this nightly downtime, cells go into regeneration mode, tissue is strengthened, and cortisol, the stress hormone responsible for inflammation, decreases. At the same time, increased flow of nutrients and oxygen to the skin helps remove toxins and promote a brighter complexion. Take advantage of your body’s reparative sleep mode by using nourishing skincare as part of your nighttime routine.