This viral beauty trend, which involves cycling formulas like retinol and acid-based exfoliants, has been recommended by dermatologists for years.
The latest buzzword making the rounds on TikTok? Skin cycling. Though the term just recently got its viral name, many dermatologists have been recommending the practice to patients for years. "Skin cycling is a trending term used to describe the process of rotating active ingredients in your skin care," says Nkem Ugonabo, MD, MPH, board-certified dermatologist.
Before jumping on the bandwagon, there are a few things you should know about skin cycling—like how to do it properly, the skin concerns it's ideal for treating, and the best ingredients to include in your routine.
Here's the skin cycling schedule Dr. Julie Russak, MD, FAAD, board certified dermatologist recommends sticking to:
Night 1: Cleanse. Exfoliate with a chemical exfoliant, such as an AHA or BHA product. Moisturize: https://www.marykay.com/
Night 2: Cleanse. Apply a retinol, which will have better absorption followed by the exfoliation of dead skin cells the night prior. Moisturize: https://www.marykay.com/
Night 3: Cleanse. Focus on hydration and barrier repair with a product that contains lipids, ceramides, triglycerides, and peptides: https://www.marykay.com/
Night 4: Cleanse. Continue focusing on hydration and barrier repair: https://www.marykay.com/
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Dr. Russak says that these products will help improve fine lines and wrinkles, dullness, mild acne, congestion, brown spots, and more.
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Despite the many upsides of this type of skin care routine, there is one key drawback to skin cycling—it takes time to adjust to. "You may notice redness, dryness, or flaking when starting any retinol or AHA or BHA based product," Dr. Russak says. The side effects typically last up to two weeks or so, but the recovery days are designed to minimize irritation.
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