If you're investing in quality skincare, you want to make sure you're getting the most out of it. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to boost the performance of your skincare routine is by learning how to properly layer your products. Whether you’re new to skincare or a seasoned enthusiast, mastering this technique can make a big difference in how your skin looks and feels.
In this post, we’ll walk you through how to layer your skincare products correctly, explain why the order matters, and clear up a few common myths about natural skincare — featuring SARKOVSKI®, a brand known for high-performance, clean formulations.
Why Layering Matters in Skincare
Think of your skincare routine like building a house — you wouldn’t put the roof on before laying the foundation. The same logic applies to your products. Each one is formulated with a specific function, texture, and absorption rate. Layering them in the correct order helps them absorb properly and ensures they work together, rather than against each other.
The Golden Rule of Layering:
Thin to Thick
Generally, you want to apply products from the lightest (most watery) to the thickest (most occlusive). This ensures your skin absorbs all the nutrients and active ingredients efficiently.
Here’s a typical step-by-step layering guide:
Cleanser: Start with a Clean Canvas
Cleansing is the first and most crucial step in any skincare routine. It removes impurities, excess oils, and makeup, preparing your skin to absorb subsequent products effectively.
SARKOVSKI® Milk Cleanser
Ideal for normal to dehydrated skin types, this gentle cleanser is infused with Australian desert lime and hydrating hyaluronic acid. It cleanses without stripping your skin's natural oils, leaving it refreshed and nourished. Suitable for all skin types, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
SARKOVSKI® Gel Cleanser
Designed for oily and acne-prone skin, this lightweight gel cleanser combines antibacterial juniper berry and lime essential oils to deeply cleanse pores without over-drying.
Toner: Prepping Your Skin for What Comes Next
This helps rebalance your skin’s pH and provides a light hydration boost. Think of it as the prep step.
SARKOVSKI® Toning Mist
This gentle toner helps rebalance your skin’s pH while delivering a light boost of hydration. Infused with soothing botanicals, it acts as the perfect prep step—refreshing your skin and enhancing the absorption of products that follow.
Serums: Targeted Treatments for Every Skin Concern
Serums are concentrated formulations designed to address specific skin concerns. Applying them after cleansing and toning allows for deeper penetration and more effective results.
SARKOVSKI® Collagen Serum
This potent serum is designed to support collagen production naturally, helping to firm the skin and improve texture over time. It’s ideal for those looking to restore bounce, tone, and youthful structure to the skin — especially as part of an anti-ageing routine.
SARKOVSKI® Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Fragrance-free and deeply hydrating, this serum is suitable for all skin types. It delivers moisture directly to the deeper layers of the skin using hyaluronic acid, while natural radish root helps support a healthy skin barrier. Ideal for day and night use, it leaves your complexion plump, supple, and glowing.
SARKOVSKI® Vitamin A Serum
A gentle, oil-based alternative to traditional retinols, this serum uses retinyl palmitate (a milder derivative of vitamin A), along with sea buckthorn, vitamin E, and essential oils like frankincense and rose geranium. It supports cell renewal, improves elasticity, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and sun damage. Best used in the evening, and suitable for dry and mature skin types.
Eye Cream: Targeting the Delicate Eye Area
The skin around your eyes is thinner and more delicate than the rest of your face, making it prone to puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines. Applying a dedicated eye cream can provide the targeted care this area needs.
SARKOVSKI® Eye Cream
SARKOVSKI® Eye Cream is a nourishing formula designed to address these concerns. Enriched with natural ingredients, it helps to hydrate and rejuvenate the under-eye area, promoting a refreshed and youthful appearance.
Moisturiser: Locking in Hydration and Protection
After serums and eye creams, moisturiser is your skin’s final layer of hydration and protection. It seals in the beneficial ingredients from your serums and helps keep your skin hydrated throughout the day. Whether you have oily, dry, or combination skin, there’s a moisturiser designed for your needs.
SARKOVSKI® Moisturiser
SARKOVSKI® offers a high-performance moisturiser crafted to suit a range of skin types. Whether your skin is oily, dry, or somewhere in between, this thoughtfully formulated cream delivers balanced hydration without feeling heavy or greasy. Enriched with botanical extracts and sustainably sourced ingredients, it helps to restore moisture, support the skin’s natural barrier, and leave your complexion feeling soft, nourished, and protected.
Sunscreen (AM Only)
Never skip SPF in the morning — it’s your best defence against premature ageing and skin damage. Sunscreen should always be the last step in your morning routine, as applying it before moisturiser can reduce its effectiveness.
Layering your skincare correctly isn’t just a trend — it’s a smart way to make your products work harder for you. When applied in the right order, each product has a better chance of penetrating your skin and delivering the benefits it was designed for. Whether you’re using a lightweight serum, a nourishing oil or a protective SPF, it all comes down to building a routine that flows.
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