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MORNING REGIME

Step 1: Facewash

Why? It’s essential to remove excess oil, dust, dirt, and pollutants from your face to prevent buildup, which can clog pores and cause pimples. However, your skin shouldn’t feel dry or tight after washing.

How? Wash your face up to three times a day using the technique demonstrated in this video:

Which brand? You can choose from the following list based on your skin type:

• • For oily skin type: Minimalist 2% Salicylic Acid Face Wash 
  • For dry skin type: Minimalist 5% Aquaporin Booster
  • For normal skin type: Minimalist 7% ALA & AHA Brightening Face Wash

Step 2: Moisturise

Why? Apply moisturizer only if your skin feels dry after completing all the steps in your skincare routine, as treatment products and sunscreen often provide enough hydration. However, if your skin still feels dry, you may need an extra layer of lightweight moisturizer.

How? You can apply moisturiser before treatmnt product if your skin feels very dry. this will reduce irritation from actives. Otherwise, apply moisturizer after using treatment products. Apply a even layer of light weight moisturizer, starting from the U-zone and ending in the T-zone, using it sparingly.

Which brand? Minimalist 3% Sepicalm Moisturizer Cream

Step 3: Morning Treatment Product

Why? At this stage, it’s important to use a treatment product with agents that help in reducing inflammation, acne and post acne marks like Niacinamide, Azelaic acid or tranexamic acid.

How? Apply small dots of the serum or moisturizer evenly across your face, then gently massage it in to ensure the product is absorbed. Be sure to avoid the area under your eyes.

Which brand? Minimalist 10% Niacinamide Face Serum has 10 % Niacinamide that helps to reduce inflammation and prevent post-acne brown marks.

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Step 4: Sunscreen

Why? Choose a lightweight sunscreen in gel or fluid form that won’t clog your pores, ensuring proper protection without causing breakouts.

How? Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside. Use about two fingertip-sized amounts and place large dots across your face. Gently massage it in to spread evenly. Let it absorb fully before applying makeup. Remember to reapply every 3 hours. Avoid heavy makeup or excessive layering of products; opt for lightweight makeup over the sunscreen.

Which brand? Minimalist Light Fluid Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++is a lightweight, oil-free sunscreen in liquid fluid base with at least SPF 50.

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AFTERNOON REGIME

Wash your face in the afternoon if your skin feels oily. Suppose you can’t wash your face at the workplace, then wipe your face with cotton dipped in micellar water to remove excess oils and give an instant matt look. Re-apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going out in the sun.

NIGHT REGIME

Remove makeup with micellar water and wash your face folowed by moisturiser if neeeded as discused in morning routine. 

Step 4 Night Treatment Product

Why?At night, use Adapalene for stubborn acne, such as red or pus-filled pimples, numerous blackheads, whiteheads, or frequent breakouts. Alternatively, opt for salicylic acid-based products if you have mild or occasional breakouts, sensitive skin, or are a teenager.

How? Apply small dots of the serum or moisturizer evenly across your face, then gently massage it in to ensure the product is absorbed. Be sure to avoid the area under your eyes.

Which Brand? Minimalist 2% Salicylic Acid Serum to target acne, control oil, and reduce build up.

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MONTHLY REGIME

You can also do an at-home Minimalist 25% AHA + 2% BHA + 5% PHA Peeling Solution once a month to exfoliate debris clogging the pores. However, follow the exact guidelines to avoid any side effects.

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