Your Personalised Skincare Routine
Stop following viral trends that confuse your skin. True skin health is about science, not a 10-step process. Here is how we build a routine that works for your unique skin.
How to Layer Your Skincare Products Correctly. This 20-second guide simplifies skincare layering. I explain the basic rule: thinnest to thickest, water-based products first, and oils last, for both morning and night routines.
A Look Into My Personal 3-Step Skincare Regimen. Patients often ask what I use on my own skin. I share my simple and effective routine: a morning regimen of cleanse, Vitamin C, moisturise, and sunscreen, and a night regimen where I rotate actives like retinol.
The 60-Second Morning Routine That Can Change Your Skin. You don't need ten products for great skin. This carousel introduces a simple, dermatologist-approved 1-minute routine that works for all skin types.
The 3 Mistakes Most People Make: Overwashing, Too Many Products, Skipping Sunscreen. This slide identifies the common pitfalls that ruin skin health and introduces the simple, effective 60-second routine as the solution.
Step 1 (10s): Cleanse Gently. The first step is a mild, non-stripping cleanser. Your skin should feel soft after washing, not tight, as over-cleansing leads to dullness and breakouts.
Step 2 (15s): Apply Vitamin C Serum. A pea-sized amount of Vitamin C serum is all you need to fight pigmentation, protect against pollution damage, and brighten your skin tone.
Step 3 (10s): Use Niacinamide or Hyaluronic Acid. Choose one active based on your skin type. Niacinamide is great for oily, acne-prone skin to control oil, while Hyaluronic Acid instantly hydrates and plumps dry, dull skin.
Step 4 (10s): Moisturiser is a Must. Even oily skin needs a moisturiser. A lightweight, non-comedogenic formula strengthens your skin barrier and prevents irritation.
Your Skincare is 50% Less Effective if You Don't Change It From Day to Night. This carousel explains the importance of having separate AM and PM routines to align with your skin's natural cycle of defense and repair.
Why Day and Night Routines Aren't the Same. A visual breakdown of your skin's functions: "Day Protection Mode" versus "Night Repair Mode," emphasizing why your products should match this cycle.
About Your Personalised Skincare Routine
Most people rub their moisturizer in like they are scrubbing a pot. This ruins the absorption and irritates your skin barrier. You should apply products gently, letting your skin absorb the actives naturally. If your face feels tight or excessively greasy after application, your technique or product choice is likely the culprit, not your skin type.
Why Your Current Routine Might Be Failing
Many patients come to me with a shelf full of products but still struggle with breakouts or dullness. The reason is usually simple: they are using the same routine for morning and night. Your skin has a biological clock. During the day, it is in 'defense mode,' focusing on protection from sun and pollution. At night, it switches to 'repair mode,' focusing on regeneration and recovery.
The Science of Layering
If you are overwhelmed by the 10-step routines you see online, forget them. You need four core steps, applied in the correct order: thinnest to thickest.
- Cleanse: Remove the day's grime without stripping your natural oils.
- Treat: Use your targeted actives (Vitamin C in the AM for protection, Retinol or other specific actives in the PM for repair).
- Moisturise: A non-negotiable step to seal your barrier, regardless of whether you have oily or dry skin.
- Protect (AM only): Sunscreen is the most important anti-aging product you will ever own.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
- Over-cleansing: If your face feels 'squeaky clean' or tight, you are using a cleanser that is too harsh. This leads to dryness and, ironically, more oil production.
- Ignoring the AM vs. PM difference: Using heavy, restorative creams in the morning can leave your skin feeling heavy and prone to makeup pilling. Using light, protective serums at night provides no repair benefit.
- DIY Remedies: Kitchen ingredients often cause more harm than good. Science-backed products are formulated for penetration and safety in a way that food items are not.
Building a routine isn't about buying the most expensive bottle. It is about choosing the right ingredients for your specific concerns and being consistent. If you are stuck, a quick audit of your current products is usually enough to identify what we need to change.
Geetanjali Shetty
I am Dr. Geetanjali Shetty. I spend my days helping patients fix skin issues caused by confusing, over-complicated routines. If you want to know what your skin actually needs—and what is just marketing ka jhol—I am here to help.
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