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The OROGOLD Approach to Building a Routine That Actually Lasts
Tired of putting time, energy, and money into creating what seems like the perfect skincare routine, only to find that, a few months later, your efforts were in vain? Whether due to an over-complicated routine that doesn’t gel with your busy schedule, demotivation caused by products that don’t work, or the use of formulations that end up making your skin worse, building a skincare routine that actually lasts is far easier said than done!
The good news? OROGOLD has your back. Here’s our fail-safe approach to putting together a luxury skincare routine that will see you through the years.
Define Your Goals
Convinced that you need the new serum everyone’s talking about? Or maybe an advert for a hyped-up face cream has grabbed your attention. Either way, it’s so easy to end up with a whole lot of skincare clutter that you don’t actually need. This will only distract you from your ultimate skin goals – something that should be at the core of your skincare routine.
So, the first step? Define your goals. It goes without saying that you’ll want your skincare routine to maintain a healthy complexion, but chances are that you want to see various other results too. Whether you’re hoping to minimize the visibility of fine lines, lighten the look of dark spots, soften and smooth dry, rough skin, or finally see an end to your acne breakouts, write your goals down in order of priority.
At this stage, you should also redefine your skin type. While you may think that you’re already familiar with what your skin type is, skin types change over the years. Everything from aging to hormonal fluctuations can cause a shift in your skin type. Since your skin type needs to be taken into account when choosing each and every product in your luxury skincare routine, you need to get it right.
Gather the Basics
While you may think that you need 8-10 products in your skincare routine, this isn’t usually the case. It’s always best to start with the very basics, which consist of only a handful of products:
Start With a Cleanser
The first essential is a cleanser. How do you pick the right cleanser? This is where your skin goals and skin type come back into play. If your skin is dry or sensitive and in need of a gentle touch, a moisturizing mousse cleanser, like the OROGOLD 24K Mousse Cleanser, would be a good choice. On the other hand, if your skin is on the oily side and you frequently deal with clogged pores, the gel-textured 24K Vitamin C Facial Cleanser will give you a slightly more powerful cleanse.
Moisturizer and Sun Protection
While moisturizing and sun protection could be two separate steps of your skincare routine, many find it much more convenient to combine them into one. An SPF moisturizer, like the OROGOLD 24K Skin Tone SPF 30, enables you to do exactly that, making life easier on busy mornings.
Since your skin doesn’t need SPF at night, pick a nighttime moisturizer that not only suits your skin type but also helps you to meet your skin goals. The 24K Deep Moisturizer, for example, provides intense hydration, while the 24K Multi-Vitamin Night Nourishment + Retinol is great for tackling the visible signs of skin aging.
Add in Targeted Products
Now that you have the basics covered, it’s time to think about using targeted products to achieve your skin goals. This will involve some research on your part. You’ll need to learn about the different ingredients out there. This way, you can make an informed decision on what your skin needs in order to bring about the improvements you’re hoping to see.
Let’s use vitamin C as an example. It’s an ingredient that’s featured in just about every luxury skincare routine because it’s such an efficient multitasker. Research shows that it reduces the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots, dehydration, and more. While it can be applied to the skin in the form of creams, essences, and more, serums tend to be the best way to ensure maximum absorption of the ingredient. The OROGOLD 24K Vitamin C Booster Facial Serum takes this further by bringing together two powerful forms of vitamin C.
In the same way, match your other skin goals to the right ingredients. The appearance of dehydration and dullness can be countered with the likes of hyaluronic acid – you’ll find six forms of this super-hydrating ingredient in the String Lift Sculpting System. Meanwhile, firming the look of sagging and loose skin is best done with ingredients like niacinamide, peptides, vitamin C, and resveratrol. All of these ingredients can be found in the OROGOLD 24K Rose Gold Age Glow Duo.
Create Two Versions of Your Skincare Routine
One of the main reasons why people struggle to stick to their skincare routines and make their efforts last is that they create routines that are overly complicated. The way in which the 10-step K-beauty routine trended in such a big way didn’t help. It led people to believe that they needed to use the same number of products in order to see results.
Fortunately, this isn’t the case at all. In fact, dermatologists recommend taking the opposite approach. Overloading your skin with too many products will only play havoc with your skin’s natural protective barrier, doing more harm than good in the long run. Having a ‘less is more’ mindset when putting your luxury skincare routine together is far more beneficial. You’ll also find a short and simple routine much easier to stick to.
With that said, there will likely be days (or nights) when you have some extra time and want to spend it on your skin. This is when it can be beneficial to have two versions of your luxury skincare routine. The first should be the simple, stripped-back version – the one that you follow on regular, busy days. The second can contain a few more ‘extras’, along with products that aren’t meant to be used daily, like face masks and exfoliators.
Bring Luxury Into Your Routine
It’s always easier to stick with something when you actually enjoy it. When it comes to skincare, bringing some luxury into your routine is a great way to enhance the positive feelings that you associate with skincare, meaning that you’ll find it much easier to make your new routine a regular habit.
How do you put the ‘luxury’ into a luxury skincare routine? Look for products that accentuate the sensory experience that skincare can provide. Take the OROGOLD 24K Termica Energizing Mask, for example. It boasts a unique self-heating effect. The warmth that it spreads across the skin feels indulgently relaxing, making this a product that you’ll look forward to using each week.
Our Flawless Finish Silk Capsules are another way to make your skincare routine feel more special. Encapsulation enables this solution to offer maximum potency, resulting in skin that takes on an exquisitely silky finish.
Find a Product That Provides Instant Gratification
When it comes to seeing results from your luxury skincare routine, patience is crucial. It takes time for changes to occur in the skin. In some cases, it may be a few months before the new products that you’ve started to use make their effects visible.
As understandable as this may be, it can also be slightly demotivating. Over time, these feelings can make skincare feel more like a chore than an enjoyable part of your daily routine. This will make it more likely that you’ll end up neglecting the new skincare habits you’ve built.
What can you do about this? In addition to practicing patience, treat yourself to one or two skincare products that provide instant gratification. Although the results provided by these products are usually just temporary, being able to see big changes in your complexion can also make it easier to see the light at the end of your skincare journey tunnel.
Where can you find products that do this? Turn your attention to the 24K Golden Multi-Corrective Solution from OROGOLD. This specialized blend has the potential to improve your complexion in so many ways. Whether you want to instantly mask the appearance of dark spots, wrinkles, or any other imperfections, this solution will quickly bring you the complexion of your dreams.
Make Sure Your Skincare is Easily Accessible
As you know, having the right products isn’t enough. If you want your luxury skincare routine to work, then this means that you also need to be fully committed to your routine.
One way to make that commitment a little easier is to ensure that your skincare products are easily accessible. Your skincare routine shouldn’t require a twice-daily scavenger hunt through various shelves, drawers, and cupboards. The mere thought of having to go through that when you’re already feeling stressed about other things will quickly put you off your routine.
Instead, put some thoughtful organization into your skincare stash. Arrange your products in order of use, so that you can quickly work your way down the line when you don’t have much time to spare. Keep those products easily accessible too. Not only will this add to the convenience of your routine, but it will also mean that you’ll be less likely to forget about any of your skincare products.
Creating a Long-Lasting Luxury Skincare Routine
There’s no denying that the products in your skincare routine matter. However, if your goal is to create a routine that actually lasts, there’s a lot more to consider than this. Once you’ve chosen the right products, you also need to focus on making skincare a positive habit, incorporating it into your life in a way that makes it easy to commit to your new regimen. In the long run, this consistency will really pay off for your skin!
