Everything I Do For My Skin Health

It’s been a while since I shared a full breakdown of my skincare routine, so I thought I would list it all out for you including Morning, Evening, Weekly, Monthly etc as well as tools and daily practices I use to boost my skin health.

AM:

  • I always work out first thing in the morning followed by a meditation in our sauna. This has been a massive game changer for my skin. I think since we got the sauna I’ve had 1-2 blemishes in 6 months (whereas before it would be 3-5 /month). We have the Radiant Health Sauna (not to be confused with Radiant Sauna). Another great way to get this detox effect would be to have a super hot bath with epsom salts (I used to do this at night). In the sauna, I dry brush, which boosts circulation, lymphatic drainage and helps you detox. It also feels amazing.

  • The next thing I do is take a 1-3 minute freezing cold shower. I believe this has boosted my skin health (and immunity) immensely. When I get out, after the sauna + cold shower, my skin is super glowy.

  • In my shower, I cleanse with Skinceuticals Soothing Cleanser. I started using this when I got perioral dermatitis and needed to pair back my skincare routine and have continued to use it every AM. I am a firm believer in washing your face in the morning (I know there are mixed opinions on this). For me, it has reduced my breakouts.

  • Next up, I use C E Ferulic for brightness and evening out my skin. After that, I use Metacell Renewal for my moisturizer. This is the perfect summer moisturizer because it goes on super light and also boosts hydration and smooths fine lines.

  • If I’m breaking out, I skip the vitamin C and use Phyto Corrective Gel instead.

  • Then, I usually enjoy my collagen coffee (recipe here) while ice-rolling. I am someone who runs puffy so this tool is a game changer. I also believe swapping the ice roller from my gua sha has reduced my breakouts. Unfortunately, gua sha isn’t the best for people who suffer from hormonal acne.

  • While I’m making the kids breakfast, I wear these eye patches

  • When I get ready for the day, I put on 1 pump of this tinted moisturizer in Light. It’s essentially all of the makeup I wear other than mascara for daytime.

  • When it comes to supplements that support skin health, I am religious about AG1, Bend Beauty (code is SOPHIE20), collagen (I get this from Project Skin when I’m in for treatments), and water with electrolytes that I put in my Stanley Tumbler every morning to drink while I’m in the sauna

PM

  • At night, I cleanse with Simply Clean (usually twice), use Retexturizing Activator and finish with Triple Lipid

    • In the winter, I like to use Retinol

    • If I’m breaking out, I do Simply Clean + Daily Moisture. I really like pairing things WAY back when my skin is acting up. It’s the opposite of what I used to do and it really seems to work.

Weekly

  • I tan my face and body using Saltyface (code is SOPHIECOLLINS) weekly. In the winter, I use the face tanner every other day.

  • I love this mask (code SOPHIE15) for when I’m traveling or when I can’t use the sauna. 2-3x / week ideally. I’ve noticed a generous reduction in fine lines and boosted glow when using it regularly.

  • I use this mask mixed with this mask 2x / week for reducing breakouts and exfoliating.

  • 1-2 days per week, I like to use only one product, usually an oil, to give my skin a break.

Monthly/Annually

  • Every 6ish weeks, I like to do a glow or custom facial at Project Skin

  • 1-2 times per year, I like to do Clear & Brilliant + a little Botox also at PS

  • Full PS routine broken down here

As you can probably tell, I am skin obsessed. I always have been. It’s something my dad instilled in me from a young age. I’ve never looked back and it makes me so so happy. I hope this breakdown helps! I know it’s a lot, so if you have any specific questions, feel free to email me! xx