Simple Morning & Evening Anti-Aging Skincare Routine Using The Ordinary

This guide breaks down a minimal yet effective morning and evening anti-aging skincare routine using only The Ordinary products. It's ideal for all skin types and focuses on hydration, firmness, texture improvement, and reducing fine lines. Each step is thoughtfully selected to give maximum benefits with minimal effort.

1. Cleanse (Optional):
   Use Squalane Cleanser to gently cleanse the skin. If you cleansed at night and your skin is clean, you can skip this step and rinse with water.

2. Apply Buffet + Copper Peptides 1%:
   Brightens, firms skin, and helps stimulate collagen—ideal alternative to Vitamin C.

3. Hydrate with Marine Hyaluronics:
   Light, watery hydrator that plumps fine lines without sticky residue.
   Alternative: Amino Acids + B5 (for extra moisture).

4. Moisturize:
   Use Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA to lock in hydration and prepare for sunscreen/makeup.

5. Protect with Sunscreen (SPF 30):
   Though The Ordinary offers SPF 30, it's thick and leaves a white cast. Use a sunscreen you love that suits your skin tone.

6. Optional Combo:
   You may combine Marine Hyaluronics and Amino Acids + B5 for added hydration and plumpness.

Evening Skincare Routine (Anti-Aging) – 6 Steps:

1. Double Cleanse with Squalane Cleanser:
   First cleanse removes sunscreen/makeup, second cleanse ensures skin is fully clean.

2. Apply Retinol 1% in Squalane:
   Helps with fine lines, discoloration, texture, and acne.
   Beginners: Start with lower strength or Granactive Retinoid if available.

3. Apply Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3%:
   Boosts skin brightness, smoothness, and antioxidant protection.
   Don’t mix with Copper Peptides.

4. Hydrate with Amino Acids + B5 (Optional):
   Use before serums if your skin feels dry or sensitive—especially in fall/winter.

5. Moisturize with Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA:
   Locks in all products and strengthens the skin barrier.

6. Customize as Needed:
   If you can’t tolerate retinol, skip it and use Buffet + Copper Peptides 1% instead (don’t mix with Resveratrol).