“Mapping Out” Your Ideal Skincare Routine

When (and in what order) should you use your favorite Alitura elixirs?

Over the past 11 years, we’ve sourced nature’s most powerful skincare ingredients, meticulously formulating them into rich, life-changing elixirs.

But with a collection like this, you may wonder: when should I use each product? How does each handcrafted formula work together for bright, balanced, healthy skin?

To answer those questions in the fastest way possible...

Here’s your cheat sheet for when (and in what order) to use each Alitura step:

With this order, you can see compounding effects from each product in your routine!

 

If you want us to break down this full AM & PM routine… scroll down to the bottom!

And if you don’t have all these products? That’s OK! Just use this as a guideline to build around the products you do have.

👉 As a general rule of thumb, you want to start with your thinnest product (cleanser) and work down to your thicker product (moisturizer).

Now, let’s explore the importance of each step… and the optimal frequency for happy, healthy skin:

How Often Should I…

Cleanse – Twice A Day

Cleansing is your skin’s daily reset button. And it should ALWAYS be the first step in your routine (it clears your pores and preps your face to absorb all the goodness to come).

Aim for twice a day—once in the morning to sweep away overnight oils, and again at night to wash off the day’s buildup of sweat, pollution, and makeup. If your skin is on the drier or more sensitive side, a gentle cleanse at night and a splash of water in the morning can keep things balanced.

Exfoliate – 2-3 Times Per Week

Exfoliating whisks away dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and helps your serums and moisturizers sink in more effectively.

This IS your shortcut to baby-soft skin, but moderation is key. Two to three times a week is the sweet spot for most. If your skin is sensitive, once a week is plenty. Over-exfoliating can lead to irritation, so listen to your skin’s signals.

Clay Mask – 1-3 Times Per Week

Our Clay Mask acts like a magnet for impurities, drawing out toxins and excess oil while infusing your skin with minerals.

Think of this as your skin’s deep-cleaning treat. Once or twice a week is perfect for most, but if you’re battling oiliness or breakouts, you can bump it up to three times. Sensitive skin? Stick to once a week to avoid over-drying.

Our Founder & Lead Formulator, Andy? We catch him mixing up a Clay Mask almost every day. 

Hydrate – Twice A Day

A well-hydrated complexion is plumper, softer, and more resilient. Hydration also helps your skin defend itself against environmental stressors.

This step is NON-NEGOTIABLE—morning and night, every single day. Even oily skin needs a little bit of moisturizer to stay balanced and healthy (excess moisture is often the result of dehydration, causing your skin to produce more sebum than it needs).

Night Cream – Every Evening

While you sleep, your skin goes into recovery mode—repairing damage, building collagen, and restoring moisture. A good Night Cream enhances this process.

A Night Cream that’s rich with plant Stem Cells, Hyaluronic Acid, and 4-hour Grass-fed Colostrum (hint, hint) enhances this process. Apply every evening as the final step in your routine to wake up with a refreshed, renewed complexion.

Derma Roll (Microneedling) – 1 to 3 Times Per Week

Derma Rolling is like a workout for your skin—helping arouse skin cell regeneration, boosting circulation, and enhancing the absorption of your favorite serums and creams. The tiny needles create micro-channels that signal your skin to repair and renew itself.

For best results, use the Alitura Derma Roller after cleansing (and before applying masks or serums) one to three times per week, depending on your skin’s sensitivity. Always follow with nourishing products to maximize the benefits and support your skin’s natural healing process.

Pro Tip:

Your skin is unique, and its needs can change with the seasons, your environment, and even your stress levels. Start with these guidelines, but don’t be afraid to tweak your routine. The best skincare is the one that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and glowing in your own skin!

Your AM & PM Routine, Made Simple

Here’s how to get the most out of your Alitura products, with a simple, effective order for each part of your day.

Morning Routine: Energize & Protect

Cleanse

Start your day with The Pearl Cleanser. This gentle formula draws out overnight oils and impurities with gentle Freshwater Pearl Powder… while Tremella Mushroom helps support your natural moisture barrier.

Exfoliate (2–3x per week)

Use The Meteorite Scrub after cleansing to resurface & polish away dead skin cells, revealing a fresh, radiant complexion. (Skip this step on non-exfoliation days).

Hydrate

Let your skin drink in The Gold Serum. This lightweight, antioxidant-rich serum delivers deep hydration and a dewy glow, helping to protect your skin from daily stressors.

Moisturize

Follow with The Moisturizer to lock in hydration and keep your skin supple throughout the day.

Night Routine: Repair & Renew

Cleanse

Wash with The Pearl Cleanse

r to remove the day’s buildup of dirt, oil, and pollutants, ensuring your skin is clean and ready for nighttime repair.

Derma Roll (1–3x per week, after cleansing and before masks/serums)

Use the Alitura Derma Roller to stimulate collagen, boost circulation, and enhance absorption of your next steps. Always follow with nourishing products to maximize benefits.

Clay Mask (1–3x per week, after exfoliating or derma rolling)

Apply The Clay Mask to deeply purify, detoxify, and infuse your skin with minerals. Let it dry completely before rinsing off. This step is your deep-cleaning treat for a visibly brighter complexion.

Hydrate

Smooth on the Alitura Gold Serum to replenish and nourish your skin after treatments.

Repair

Finish with The Night Cream. This decadent formula, rich with Plant stem cells, hyaluronic acid, and colostrum, supports overnight repair, boosts collagen, and leaves your skin plump and refreshed by morning.

Pro Tip:

You don’t need every product to see results (all of our products are designed to stand on their own)! 

Just follow the order and frequency that works for your skin and lifestyle. Start with the basics and build as you go. Consistency is key, and with powerful, 100% natural formulas like ours (which you will not find anywhere else), you’ll see compounding benefits over time.

And the MOST important advice we can give?

Enjoy every step of the journey. You're nurturing your healthiest, most radiant complexion yet!

 

Disclaimer: Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat and cure, or prevent disease. If you have a pre-existing skin condition, please consult a physician prior to use.