Face routine
Skincare routine for normal skin
Normal skin is balanced: not very oily, not very dry, and not easily irritated. You don't need much. A gentle cleanser, a moisturizer, and daily sunscreen keep it that way.
Signs this is you
- Feels comfortable most of the day
- Little shine and few dry patches
- Pores are small to medium
- Rarely reacts to new products
Why it happens
Skin type is mostly genetic. Normal skin can still change with seasons, age, stress, and pregnancy, so adjust as you go.
The routine
Morning
- 1
- 2
Vitamin C serumOptional
An antioxidant that helps protect against daily damage and brightens.
Pregnancy-safe picks → - 3
- 4
Night
- 1
- 2
Treatment or hydrating serumOptional
Optional: a hydrating serum, or a gentle exfoliant once or twice a week.
Pregnancy-safe picks → - 3
What to look for
- Vitamin C
Antioxidant and brightening.
- Glycerin
Simple, effective hydration.
- Niacinamide
Supports the skin barrier and even tone.
- Zinc oxide
A mineral sunscreen filter.
What to go easy on
- Too many actives at once
Layering several acids and treatments can irritate even easy-going skin.
- Skipping sunscreen
The biggest cause of visible skin aging is the sun.
Tips
- Add one new product at a time so you know what works.
- Sunscreen is the most valuable step for long-term skin health.
Pregnant or trying to conceive?
Your skin may change during pregnancy, often with dark patches (melasma) or breakouts. Daily mineral sunscreen helps with melasma. Jouaxia rates retinoids (retinol, retinal, retinyl palmitate, adapalene) and hydroquinone Avoid, and salicylic acid and arbutin Use caution.
How Jouaxia rates ingredients →When to see a doctor
See a dermatologist for any mole or spot that changes, bleeds, or looks different from the others.
Common questions
- Does normal skin need a serum?
- No. Serums are optional. A cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen are the essentials; add a serum only for a specific goal, like vitamin C for brightness.
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Sources
- American Academy of Dermatology — Skin care tips dermatologists use
- American Academy of Dermatology — How to select a sunscreen
- ACOG — Skin conditions during pregnancy
This guide is general information, not medical advice. If you're pregnant, trying to conceive, or have a skin, scalp, or vaginal health condition, check your routine with your doctor.