RETINOL: Skin Cycling 101

Q: What is "Skin Cycling"? What products should I use?

A: Skin cycling is a strategic way to alternate your PM treatment serums. It involves creating a routine that balances active treatment with recovery to gently resurface your skin for a smoother, more glowing visage.

How It Works:

Treatment Days:
Use potent, active serums (like retinol or exfoliating acids) that target specific skin concerns—such as aging, pigmentation, or texture irregularities.
Nourish Days:
Skip the actives and focus on replenishing and soothing your skin with healing and hydrating, barrier-repairing products. This helps to calm any irritation and supports the skin’s natural healing process.

By alternating between these two types of days, skin cycling allows your skin to benefit from the active ingredients without becoming overwhelmed. This thoughtful routine promotes long-term improvements in skin texture, clarity, and radiance while minimizing potential irritation.

Skin Cycling Healthy Aging Support - All Ages

Night 1: Smooth & Brighten

Sorella Apothecary Vitamin C & Ferulic Peel Pads

Night 2: Renew & Resurface with Retinol

Sorella Apothecary Resurfacing Elixir

Night 3: Recovery - Nourish & Repair

Plated Skin Science DAILY Serum or NeoGenesis Skin Serum or Rhonda Allison Vital Repair Gel

Moisturizer:

Use every night or as needed.

Sorella Apothecary The Balm

Skin Cycling with NeoGenesis for Sensitive Skin

Night 1: Smooth