Clarifying Routine for oily, congestion-prone-looking skin
The goal is to decongest and comfort — not “strip and scrub.” Harsh, drying products leave skin feeling tight, and skin that feels stripped often looks shinier and more congested. This routine pairs 2% Salicylic Acid with Calendula to visibly refine congested areas and calm the look of redness — for a clearer-looking complexion without the tight, uncomfortable feel.
Morning & Night (AM/PM): Clear Foundation
- Cleanse: Massage 1 pump Gentle Cleansing Mousse Micellar Foam onto damp skin using circular motions. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. PM Double Cleanse: Wash #1 with 1 pump to remove SPF and build-up; Wash #2 with ½ pump for a fresh, thorough cleanse.
- Prep & Soothe: Immediately press 1–2 pumps Calendula Herbal Extract Essence onto damp skin to cool and calm the look of redness.
- Target (PM): Apply 1–2 drops 2% Salicylic Acid Serum to congested areas on dry skin. Start 2–3x weekly.
- Soothe (PM): Press 1–2 pumps Calendula Essence after the serum to comfort and hydrate.
- Seal: Massage 1 pump Soothing Cream onto the face and neck — hydrated skin looks more balanced. AM: Always follow with SPF+.
Please Note:
- In the Morning: Apply Calendula first on slightly damp skin (after cleansing) — it’s your prep and comforting step, creating a calm, hydrated base for the day.
- At Night: Apply Calendula second (after the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum) to immediately comfort the skin if the acid leaves it feeling tingly.
Weekly Clarify (PM, 1–2 Times a Week): Deep Cleansing Magic Mud Mask AHA
- After cleansing, apply the Magic Mud Mask with a finger or spatula to the entire face (avoiding the eye area).
- Leave for 10–15 minutes. As it dries, it gently lifts dull surface cells, draws out excess oil and surface impurities, and leaves pores looking refined.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Follow with Calendula Essence to comfort freshly exfoliated skin, then Soothing Cream.
- Frequency: Once a week to maintain a clear-looking glow, or twice a week when congestion looks heavy.
- Pro Tip: Do not use the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum on the same night as the Magic Mud Mask.
Advanced Upgrades: Refine & Nourish
Once skin feels comfortable with the base routine, introduce these three:
Once skin feels stable (after 3–4 weeks), introduce Retinol Serum with Vitamin E to target the look of post-blemish marks and uneven texture. At this stage, your 2% Salicylic Acid Serum moves to the morning so Retinol can work on visible renewal at night.
- Start 2–3 times per week (1–2 times if your skin is sensitive-feeling), gradually increasing as your skin adapts.
- Commit to SPF: Retinol can make skin more sensitive to the sun. Daily sunscreen, every day.
- Pause & Restore: If skin looks red or feels flaky, pause the Retinol Serum for 3 days and use only Calendula Essence, Capsule Serum, and Soothing Cream until skin feels comfortable again.
- Separate Actives: Use the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum in the morning.
Professional Upgrade: The Retinol Introduction
The “Active” Split:
- Morning: 2% Salicylic Acid Serum to keep congestion-prone areas looking clear.
- Night: Retinol 2–3 times a week for visible renewal.
- Off-Nights: Capsule Serum instead of Retinol to nourish the skin’s visible moisture barrier.
- The Golden Rule: Never use the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum and Retinol in the same evening.
The Retinol Schedule (PM Only)
“Low and Slow”: Weeks 1–2: 2 nights per week · Weeks 3–4: 3 nights per week (if skin stays comfortable) · Week 5+: Every second night.
Transitioning to Maintenance: The “Clear-Looking Skin” Phase
Once skin looks clear, shift your focus to maintenance:
- The Swap: Stop applying the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum every morning. Transition to Retinol Serum as your primary nightly step to keep skin looking smooth and refined.
- Targeted Application: Keep the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum on hand for targeted morning use on the occasional spot.
- The Benefit: This avoids over-exfoliation while keeping skin feeling hydrated, comfortable, and clear-looking long-term.
Advanced Upgrade Routine
Advanced Morning: Protect & Comfort
- Cleanse: Gentle Cleansing Mousse Micellar Foam
- Prep: 2–3 drops Skin Activating Treatment Essence
- Target (AM only): 1–2 drops 2% Salicylic Acid Serum as a targeted application to keep congestion-prone areas looking clear
- Soothe: 1–2 pumps Calendula Herbal Extract Essence to calm the look of daytime redness
- Nourish: 1 pump Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum to support the skin’s visible moisture barrier
- Seal: 1 pump Soothing Cream, followed by SPF+
Advanced Evening: Renew & Restore(on nights you’re not using the weekly Mud Mask)
Option A — Retinol Nights (2–3x weekly): Double Cleanse (Cleansing Micellar Foam) → Prep (Skin Activating Treatment Essence) → 1–2 drops Retinol Serum with Vitamin E on completely dry skin → Soothe (Calendula Essence) → Seal (Soothing Cream)
Option B — Rest Nights (all other nights): Double Cleanse → Prep → 1–2 pumps Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum (a “break” from actives, focused on comfort) → Soothe → Seal
Critical Care — Pause & Restore: If skin looks red or feels flaky, stop the Retinol Serum for 3 days and use only Calendula Essence, Capsule Serum, and Soothing Cream until skin feels comfortable.
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HD Gentle Cleansing Mousse Micellar Foam
HD Calendula Herbal Extract Essence
HD Soothing Cream
HD 2% Salicylic Acid Serum
HD Deep Cleansing Magic Mud Mask
Comfort Routine – for normal amd sensitive-feeling skin
This routine focuses on supporting the skin’s visible moisture barrier while maintaining a clear, vibrant complexion. By combining gentle cleansing with nutrient-rich essences, you give skin the hydration it needs to feel resilient and calm. This balanced approach avoids the “over-stripping” that leaves skin feeling sensitised — for a healthy, glowing foundation.
Morning & Night (AM/PM): Protect & Restore
- Cleanse: Massage 1 pump Cleansing Micellar Foam onto damp skin using circular motions. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. PM Double Cleanse: Wash #1 with 1 pump to remove the day’s SPF/makeup; Wash #2 with ½ pump to fully cleanse.
- Prep: Press 2–3 drops Skin Activating Treatment Essence onto face and neck to hydrate and prep skin for the steps that follow.
- Soothe (especially for sensitive-feeling skin): Massage 1–2 pumps Calendula Herbal Extract Essence into skin to support the skin’s visible moisture barrier and instantly comfort skin that feels reactive. Leaves a plump, dewy finish.
- Seal: Massage 1 pump Soothing Cream into skin to nourish and support the skin’s visible moisture barrier.
- AM: Always follow with SPF+ to defend against the look of early lines.
Weekly (PM) Polish (1–2x Weekly): Deep Cleansing Magic Mud Mask AHA
- After cleansing, apply the Magic Mud Mask with your finger or a spatula to the entire face (avoiding the eye area).
- Leave for 10–15 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water, using a soft cloth to gently pat the mud away. Follow with your normal nightly routine.
- Normal skin: Use up to twice a week to lift away the “grey veil” of dull surface cells.
- Sensitive-feeling skin: Once a week (or every 10 days) to gently exfoliate without friction.
Advanced Upgrades: Refine & Nourish
Introduce these four to help keep skin looking youthful while supporting the skin’s visible moisture barrier. For all skin types, the Calendula Herbal Essence acts as a “Daily Harmoniser” — a nutrient-dense layer of hydration that leaves skin plump, dewy, and comfortable.
The Vitamin C Difference: Powerful yet Gentle
Unlike traditional Vitamin C formulas that can feel harsh, our Vitamin C Brightening Serum is designed for high performance without the “sting.” A stable form of Vitamin C blended with Niacinamide, Ceramides, and soothing Cucumber and Chamomile — brightening and antioxidant support with a comfortable feel, even for sensitivity-prone skin.
The Advanced Daily Flow
Transition to this schedule once your skin feels comfortable with the basics. It balances visible renewal with barrier-supporting recovery nights.
Advanced Morning: Brighten & Defend
- Cleanse: Cleansing Micellar Foam
- Prep: Skin Activating Treatment Essence
- Harmonise: Calendula Herbal Extract Essence
- Target: 2–3 drops Vitamin C Brightening Serum onto damp skin. Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides lock in moisture while Niacinamide visibly refines the look of pores.
- Eyes: Dab Advanced Eye Gel gently around the orbital bone.
- Seal: Soothing Cream + SPF+
Advanced Evening: Renew & Nourish(on nights you’re not using the weekly Mud Mask)
- Option A — Retinol Nights (2–3x weekly): Double Cleanse (Micellar Foam) → Treatment Essence (wait 2 minutes until skin is completely dry) → 1–2 drops Retinol Serum with Vitamin E → Soothing Cream
- Option B — Rest Nights: Double Cleanse → Treatment Essence + Calendula Herbal Extract Essence → 1–2 pumps Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum (“skin food” to nourish the skin’s visible moisture barrier after Retinol nights) → Advanced Eye Gel → Soothing Cream
The Golden Rules for Youthful-Looking Skin
- The Dry Rule for Retinol: Unlike Vitamin C, which loves damp skin, apply Retinol only to dry skin — damp skin can intensify the feel of retinol.
- The Power of the “Off-Night”: Don’t rush to nightly Retinol. Skin looks its best when “Option B” nights give it time to rest and feel nourished.
- Separate Your Actives: Vitamin C in the morning (antioxidant support), Retinol at night (visible renewal). Never layer them at the same time.
- Consistency over Intensity: A small amount used consistently outperforms a large amount used occasionally.
- Listen to Your Skin: If skin feels tight, tingles when you apply moisturiser, or looks flaky, hit Pause. Skip Retinol and Vitamin C for 3 days and use only Calendula Essence and Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum until skin feels bouncy again.
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HD Gentle Cleansing Mousse Micellar Foam
HD Skin Activating Treatment Essence
HD Advanced Eye Gel
HD Calendula Herbal Extract Essence
HD Soothing Cream
HD Deep Cleansing Magic Mud Mask
Age-Defying Routine
This regimen is designed to address the appearance of lost elasticity and the visible signs of skin fatigue. By combining surface-refining ingredients with high-performance firming technology, this routine enhances the look of “rebound” resilience. The result is a more contoured, lifted appearance with a visibly refined, youthful-looking radiance.
Morning & Night (AM/PM): The Lifting Foundation
Cleanse: Massage 1 pump Cleansing Micellar Foam onto damp skin using circular motions. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. PM Double Cleanse: Wash #1 with 1 pump to remove the day’s SPF/makeup; Wash #2 with ½ pump for a clean canvas for your evening steps.
Prep: Press 2–3 drops Skin Activating Essence onto face and neck to hydrate and prep skin for the steps that follow.
Renew (PM Only): Apply 2–3 drops Retinol Renewal Serum with Vitamin E to clean, dry skin. Start 2–3x weekly to help the skin’s surface look smoother and more refined.
Seal & Firm: Massage 1–2 dabs Ultra Lift and Firm Cream onto the face, jawline, and neck in upward and outward motions to support a firmer, more lifted appearance.
AM: Always finish with SPF.
Weekly Polish & Purify (PM, 1–2 Times a Week): Deep Cleansing Magic Mud Mask with AHA
- After cleansing, apply the Magic Mud Mask with a finger or spatula to the entire face (avoiding the eye area).
- Leave for 10–15 minutes. Do not let the mask crack or dry fully.
- Remove while still slightly damp — this avoids pulling on mature skin.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water, using a soft cloth to gently pat the mud away. Follow with your normal nightly routine.
Advanced Upgrades: Elevate & Sculpt
Introduce these steps to enhance the look of resilience and youthful radiance, addressing the visible signs of skin ageing while supporting the skin’s visible moisture barrier.
The Advanced Daily Flow
Advanced Morning: Contour & Brighten
- Cleanse: Cleansing Micellar Foam
- Prep: Skin Activating Essence
- Brighten: Press 2–3 drops Vitamin C Serum onto damp face and neck for a bright, uniform-looking tone.
- Revitalise: Smooth 2–3 pumps Advanced Micro Essence over face and neck — the peptide step for a visibly plump, firm, radiant-looking complexion.
- Lift: Massage 1–2 pumps Intensive Firming Essence into skin in upward and outward motions. Focus on the look of the eye area, jawline, and neck.
- Eyes: Gently massage a dab of Advanced Eye Gel around the orbital bone.
- Seal: Ultra Lift and Firm Cream + SPF
Advanced Evening: Renew & Nourish
Alternate your evening steps to keep skin feeling soft and resilient.
Option A — Retinol Nights (2–3x weekly): Double Cleanse (Cleansing Micellar Foam) → Skin Activating Essence (wait 2 minutes until skin is completely dry) → 1–2 drops Retinol Renewal Serum with Vitamin E → 2–3 pumps Advanced Micro Essence → 1–2 pumps Intensive Firming Essence in upward, outward motions (focus on the look of the eye area, jawline, and neck) → Advanced Eye Gel → Ultra Lift and Firm Cream
Option B — Rest Nights (all other nights): Double Cleanse → Skin Activating Essence → 1–2 pumps Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum (essential moisture for a supple, plump-looking finish) → 2–3 pumps Advanced Micro Essence → Advanced Eye Gel → Ultra Lift and Firm Cream
Golden Rules for a Visible Lift
The Upward Sweep: Always massage your Intensive Firming Essence and Ultra Lift and Firm Cream in upward, outward motions to complement the skin’s natural shape.
The Dry Rule: Apply Retinol only to dry skin — damp skin can intensify the feel of retinol.
The Peptide Pairing: Advanced Micro Essence layers comfortably under every other step — morning, retinol nights, and rest nights alike. If you’re adding one product to the foundation routine, make it this one.
Target the Neck: Carry your Vitamin C (AM) and Firming Essence (PM) down to the neck to maintain a consistent, smooth appearance.
Listen to Your Skin: If skin feels tight or looks dry, skip the Retinol for a few nights and use the Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum to bring back a hydrated, comfortable feel.
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HD Gentle Cleansing Mousse Micellar Foam
HD Skin Activating Treatment Essence
HD Vitamin C Serum
HD Intensive Firming Essence
HD Micro-Nutrient Capsule Serum
HD Advanced Eye Gel
HD Advanced Micro Essence
HD Retinol Serum with Vitamin E
HD Ultra Lift and Firm Cream
HD Deep Cleansing Magic Mud Mask