Facial Care - By Type of Treatment

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Types of Facial Care: Building a Complete Beauty Routine


An effective facial care routine relies on combining several types of complementary products. Each step serves a specific purpose: cleansing the skin, delivering targeted active ingredients, maintaining hydration, protecting the face, or addressing a specific concern. On MyOrigines, discover all types of facial care products to create a skincare routine tailored to your skin.


The essential steps of a skincare routine


Step Type of treatment Objective
1. Cleanse Makeup remover and cleanser Remove makeup, impurities, and sebum
2. Target Serum and booster Deliver specific active ingredients
3. Hydrate Day or night cream Maintain comfort and balance
4. Complete Eye and lip contour, mask Address specific needs
5. Exfoliate Scrub or peel Improve radiance and texture

Serum and booster: concentrating active ingredients to address the skin’s needs


A facial serum is a concentrated treatment that complements the action of a moisturizer. Its lightweight texture delivers targeted active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, peptides, or certain ingredients designed to address skin imperfections. Boosters follow a similar principle: they allow you to personalize your skincare routine by adding a specific treatment tailored to your skin’s condition. Discover our selection of face serums and boosters.


Day Cream: Protecting Your Skin Every Day


Day cream supports your skin throughout the day. It helps maintain hydration and comfort while serving as an essential step before applying makeup or sunscreen. Textures vary depending on your skin’s needs: a lightweight fluid for combination skin, a rich cream for dry skin, or formulas enriched with anti-aging ingredients for mature skin. Discover our selection of day creams for the face.


Night Cream: nourishing the skin while you sleep


Night cream is part of your evening routine after cleansing and applying any serums. Its texture may be richer to provide comfort and nourishment overnight. Some products specifically target signs of aging, a lack of radiance, or the needs of dry skin. Discover our selection of face night creams.


Eye Area: a specialized treatment for the eye area


The eye area requires specialized care because the skin there is thinner and can quickly show signs of fatigue or aging. Formulas can address various concerns: hydration, dark circles, puffiness, fine lines, or loss of comfort. Explore our eye contour care category.


Lip Care: Protecting a Delicate Area


Lip care helps maintain comfort in an area that is particularly sensitive to external aggressors such as cold or dryness. Balms, oils, and plumping treatments provide nourishment and protection to keep lips soft every day. Discover our selection of lip care products.


Makeup Remover and Cleanser: the first step in your routine


Makeup remover and facial cleanser are the first step in a beauty routine. They help remove makeup residue, pollution, impurities, and excess sebum that have built up throughout the day. Properly cleansed skin is better prepared to absorb the skincare products applied afterward. Discover our selection of makeup removers and facial cleansers.


Scrubs and Peels: improving skin texture


Scrubs and peels are exfoliating treatments that remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface. When used occasionally, they can help improve the radiance of your complexion and make your skin appear smoother. Discover our facial scrubs and peels.


Face Mask: a targeted, occasional treatment


The face mask rounds out your routine by providing a targeted solution based on your current needs: hydration, purification, radiance, or comfort. Cream masks, sheet masks, or hydrogel masks: the different textures allow you to tailor your skincare to your preferences and skin type. Discover our selection of face masks.


In what order should you apply your facial skincare products?


A classic routine begins with cleansing the skin, followed by the optional application of a toner or serum. The moisturizer then protects the skin and maintains its comfort. Specific treatments, such as eye creams, masks, or exfoliants, are incorporated based on their frequency of use and the skin’s needs.


Morning and Evening Skincare Routine: What are the differences?


In the morning, the routine generally aims to moisturize, protect, and prepare the skin for external aggressors. Sunscreen is an essential step when exposed to the sun. In the evening, cleansing is essential to remove impurities that have built up throughout the day. Nighttime skincare products can then support the skin’s repair and comfort routine.


How to choose the right types of facial skincare products?


The choice depends on your skin type, its current condition, and your skincare goals. Dry skin may benefit from nourishing textures, while combination or oily skin will prefer lighter textures. Your skin’s needs may also change with the seasons, as you age, or due to changes in your environment.


FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Types of Facial Care


What Is the Most Important Step in a Facial Care Routine?


Each step addresses a different need. Cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection are generally the essential building blocks of a daily routine.


How many products should you use in a skincare routine?


There’s no ideal number. A simple routine with a few suitable products may be enough. The key is to choose skincare products that address your skin’s actual needs.


Can you use multiple serums in a routine?


Yes, certain serums can be combined when they address complementary needs. However, you should avoid using too many powerful active ingredients at the same time.


Should you use a cream in the morning and at night?


It depends on your skin type and needs. Some people use a different cream in the morning and at night, while others prefer a single formula tailored to their needs.


How often should you use a face mask?


The frequency depends on the product you choose. Many masks can be used once or twice a week, depending on their ingredients and how well your skin tolerates them.


Is facial exfoliation necessary?


No. Exfoliation is an optional step that can improve radiance and texture, but it must be tailored to your skin’s sensitivity.


All types of facial care products on MyOrigines


On MyOrigines, find all types of facial care products to build a complete routine: serums, creams, cleansers, masks, targeted treatments, and exfoliants. You can also explore our selections categorized by skin concern to find the products best suited to your beauty routine.