Skin cycling: what it is and how it works

Skin cycling: trend or utility?

From pomade for hemorrhoids around the eyes, dandruff shampoo for acne, homemade rice water as a cure-all for all ills, aftershave as a primer, how many of these trends are really useful?

Few actually, some are simply ridiculous, but Skin Cycling deserves a chance: it is simply a skincare method that can help you prevent skin irritation and inflammation and simplify your beauty routine.

There are cosmetics that may in fact suit your friend Giada, who is in love with the power of exfoliants and retinol also used every day and which on her skin seem to benefit her greatly, but which would be very aggressive to you instead.

This is because each person has his or her own skin type with specific needs and issues, which can vary over time and according to certain situations (hormones, temperature changes, medications, stress).

Cosmetics may have ingredients that in high percentages could result in sensitization, just as mixing certain active ingredients can lead to damage to your skin's skin barrier.

Skin cycling helps ward off skin damage, so yes: this trend in my opinion is really helpful, always customizing your skincare routine to make sure it best suits your skin type and its issues.

Skin cycling: what it is and what it is for

Basically, skin cycling (literally: "skin cycling") is a routine that works on a rotating basis with four evening beauty routines and is intended to maximize the potential of cosmetic ingredients, with precisely a rotation pattern.
Your skin already has a cell renewal cycle: it goes through a natural cycle every 28 or so, during which new skin cells are formed and old ones are eliminated. This process is essential for maintaining the health and radiance of your skin, and with the right cosmetics you can prevent it from slowing down, caused by advancing age, and the usual environmental or personal factors.
Skin cycling mimics your skin's natural cycle, allowing you to maintain a healthy skin structure.

Skin cycling: the steps to follow

The 4 nights of skincare rotate for a 4-day cycle:

NIGHT 1: EXFOLIATION

The first night is dedicated to exfoliation based on AHA, PHA and BHA. This is strictly chemical exfoliation, which should always be chosen according to your skin type and condition. The removal of dead cells will promote a radiant complexion and enhance the effects of products applied later.

Specifically, the steps to be followed at this stage are:

• Double cleansing;
• Exfoliation;
• Hydration.

NIGHT 2: TREATMENT

The second night is reserved for treatment, with retinoids, peptides, and specific ingredients to depigment, regenerate and brighten the skin, to treat expression lines and loss of skin firmness.

Specifically, the steps to be followed at this stage are:

• Double cleansing;
• Treatment (azelaic acid, retinol, biometric peptides, clays);
• Hydration.

If you were to choose retinol or one of its derivatives, start with products that have a low concentration of retinol, this is because retinization, the process of your skin's adaptation to retinol, can take up to three months. Should you experience any sensitivity, don't worry and abound with hydration and soothing treatments!

NIGHTS 3 and 4: RECOVERY

And nights 3 and 4, let your skin rest, with two days of hydration, prefer ingredients that strengthen the skin barrier compromised during the first two nights. The skin on these two nights should stimulate its best balanced condition.

Specifically, the steps to be followed at this stage are:

• Double cleansing;
• Hydration;
• Hydration.

Customization and patience win

Skin cycling is a method, don't take it literally but customize it according to your skin type, needs and problems: observe your skin, try to understand its needs, and if it has doubts or difficulties write to us! We will gladly help you compose your beauty routine.
Don't be in a hurry, the effectiveness of a good skin care routine is appreciated over time.
Remember that every morning it is essential to apply an SPF!!!!

Wendy's skin cycling

The steps of the NIGHT 1:

1. Double cleansing with Comfort and Chiontrast
2. Exfoliation with Deli[chiò]
3. H2 tonic [chiò]
4. Booster Perfect[chiò]
5. Facial Serum[chiò]
6. Anti-aging face cream
7. Deflated for the eye contour.

NIGHT2 steps:

1. Double cleansing with Comfort and Chiontrast
2. Ricari[chiò] scrub mask.
3. Ripari[chiò] spinning face mask.
4. H2 tonic [chiò]
5. Ultra[chiò] facial serum
6. Anti-aging face cream
7. Deflated for the eye contour.

What to apply NIGHTS 3 AND 4:

1. Double cleansing with Comfort and Chiontrast
2. H2 tonic [chiò]
3. Facial Serum[chiò]
4. Ultra[chiò] facial serum
5. Nutri[chiò] face cream
6. Oil plus+
7. Nutri[chiò] for the eye area as well.