Less is often more when it comes to high-performance skincare products. If you notice excess oil, product "pilling," or increased breakouts, you may be over-applying. Conversely, using too little can leave your skin parched or enhance the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
When you use the correct dosage, you aren't just saving money—you’re ensuring your skin can actually absorb the active ingredients.
To take the guesswork out of your AM & PM routine, we’ve simplified the process using a foolproof unit of measurement: the Gummy Bear.
Tip:
You might not need every step on this list. For example, a hydrating sunscreen can often double as your morning moisturizer, and many gentle serums are perfectly safe to use as a targeted eye treatment.
The AM Dose: Protect & Prep
Goal: Deep hydration and environmental defense.
- Cleanser (2 Gummies) [OPTIONAL]: Some skin types (especially dry or sensitive) may only need a lukewarm water rinse in the morning, unless you used heavy occlusives or active acids the night before.
- Toner or Mist (1 Gummy) [OPTIONAL]: Creates a damp veil to soothe skin and significantly increase serum absorption.
- Vitamin C Serum (½ Gummy) [HIGHLY RECOMMENDED]: A potent dose to brighten, even skin tone, and neutralize damage from UV rays and pollution.
- Eye Cream (¼ Gummy) [OPTIONAL]: Targeted actives to tackle dark circles, morning puffiness, and fine lines.
- Moisturizer (1 Gummy): Locks in hydration and creates a smooth canvas (use ½ gummy if your moisturizer is water-free or oil-based).
- Sunscreen (3 Gummies): Your non-negotiable shield for the face, neck, and chest to prevent sun damage and premature aging.
The PM Dose: Cleanse & Repair
Goal: Cleansing and cellular renewal.
- Cleansing & Exfoliating (2 Gummies): Dissolves the day's accumulation of pollutants, makeup, and sweat to prevent overnight congestion.
- Toner or Mist (1 Gummy) [OPTIONAL]: Rebalances the skin’s pH after cleansing and helps active repair ingredients to sink in.
- Regenerating Serum (½ Gummy) [HIGHLY RECOMMENDED]: Use a Bakuchiol-based serum (or your favorite actives) to stimulate cell turnover and natural collagen production during your peak repair hours.
- Eye Cream (¼ Gummy) [OPTIONAL]: A concentrated treatment to nourish the delicate eye area and minimize fine lines by morning.
- Moisturizer or Night Cream (2 Gummies): A generous seal that prevents "trans-epidermal water loss" while you sleep.
- Lip Balm (¼ Gummy): Look for a treatment with peptides to deeply hydrate and repair the lips, keeping them plump and smooth.
Tip: The 180-Second Rule: To make your dosage work even harder, apply your products within 3 minutes (180 seconds) of showering or misting. Damp skin is significantly more permeable than dry skin ensuring your expensive active ingredients sink in deep rather than just sitting on the surface.