Start by looking for trusted antioxidants like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, or ferulic acid. If you have sensitive skin, look for one labeled “gentle” or “for sensitive skin” and maybe start with a lower strength. The best serum is one you’ll enjoy using every day, so a pleasant texture and smell matter, too! Don’t be afraid to ask for a sample at a beauty counter to try it for a few days before you commit.
Chemical sunscreens soak into skin and absorb UV rays, like a sponge. Mineral sunscreens (with zinc or titanium) sit on top and reflect rays away, like a mirror. Mineral is often better for sensitive skin and starts working right away. The best one is simply the one you’ll use every single day! Try both types to see which feels lighter and more comfortable on your skin for daily wear.
It looks like three easy steps you do every morning and night: cleanse, treat, and protect. At night, you wash your face, use a treatment like a serum or moisturizer, and that’s it. In the morning, you might just rinse with water, use that same moisturizer, and always finish with sunscreen. That’s the core of it! Using the same trusted products day after day is what builds real, lasting results for your skin.
Look for an over-the-counter “retinol” cream or serum. It’s gentler than prescription versions and perfect for starting out. Choose a product from a trusted brand you know. Many are now made for sensitive skin. Don’t feel pressured to buy the strongest one; a lower concentration used consistently will give you great results without the drama of bad irritation.