Welcome to the Itadi Body blog! If your morning routine is all about protection, your nighttime routine is all about repair and renewal. While you sleep, your skin enters a reparative phase, actively working to undo the damage from the day and regenerate new cells [1]. A simple, effective evening routine ensures your skin has all the tools it needs to maximize this "beauty sleep."
The Nighttime Mantra: Cleanse, Treat, Repair
The evening routine is slightly more involved than the morning, as it focuses on deep cleaning and delivering potent, restorative ingredients.
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Step
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Goal
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Why It's Essential
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1. Double Cleanse
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Remove & Clean
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Removes makeup, sunscreen, and daily grime, ensuring your skin is completely clean so that treatment products can penetrate effectively [1].
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2. Treat
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Target & Renew
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Delivers concentrated, active ingredients (like Retinol or acne treatments) that work best when the skin is in its repair phase [1].
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3. Repair
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Hydrate & Seal
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Replenishes moisture lost during the day and seals in all the active ingredients to support the skin's natural healing process [1].
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Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Step 1: Double Cleanse (Remove & Clean)
This is the most important step of the night. Sunscreen and makeup are designed to stay on, so a single wash often isn't enough.
•First Cleanse (Oil-Based): Use a cleansing balm or micellar water to break down makeup, SPF, and oil.
•Second Cleanse (Water-Based): Follow up with a gentle, hydrating cleanser to wash away any remaining residue and clean the skin itself.
Step 2: Treat (Target & Renew)
This is the best time to apply any targeted treatments, especially those that can make your skin sensitive to the sun, like Retinol.
•How: Apply your serum or spot treatment to your face and neck.
•Tip: For potent treatments like Retinol, apply to completely dry skin (wait 20 minutes after cleansing) to minimize potential irritation [1].
Step 3: Repair (Hydrate & Seal)
Every skin type, even oily skin, needs a moisturizer at night.
•How: Apply a generous layer of your favorite moisturizer or night cream.
•Why: Moisturizing supports the skin's barrier function, prevents moisture loss, and seals in the active ingredients from your serum, allowing them to work more effectively overnight [1].
By following this simple routine, you are turning your sleeping hours into your skin's most productive time, ensuring you wake up to a healthier, more radiant complexion.
References
[1] Byrdie. (2024, October 15). The Perfect Nighttime Skincare Routine, from Experts. Retrieved from https://www.byrdie.com/night-skincare-routine
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