Hello Questors!

Welcome back to Part 2 of our skincare series! In Part 1 , we figured out our skin types. Now, let's build the foundation of a great daily routine.

You don't need a dozen products to get healthy skin. You just need 4 simple, consistent steps every morning. I like to call it the C-T-M-S method!

Your Non-Negotiable Morning Skincare Routine

1. C - Cleanse:

• Why: To wash away dirt, oil, and impurities that build up overnight.
• How: Use a gentle cleanser.
• Oily/Combination Skin: A gel or foaming cleanser works best.
• Dry/Normal Skin: Look for a creamy or hydrating cleanser.

2. T - Tone:

• Why: A good toner balances your skin's pH levels after cleansing and preps it to absorb the next products better.
• How: Apply a small amount to a cotton pad or your palms and gently pat it onto your face. Important: Use an alcohol-free toner to avoid drying out your skin!

3. M - Moisturize:

• Why: To hydrate your skin and lock in moisture, keeping it soft and protected. Yes, even oily skin needs a moisturizer! If you don't moisturize, your skin can produce even more oil to compensate.
• How:

1. Oily/Combination Skin: Use a lightweight, gel-based moisturizer.
2. Dry/Normal Skin: A richer, cream-based moisturizer is ideal.

4. S - Sunscreen:

• Why:This is the MOST IMPORTANT step. It protects your skin from sun damage (UV rays), which is the #1 cause of premature aging, dark spots, and skin cancer. Living in India, we cannot skip this.
• How: Use a "broad-spectrum" sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Apply it generously as the last step of your morning routine, every single day—even if it's cloudy or you're staying indoors!

That's it! Cleanse, Tone, Moisturize, Sunscreen. Consistency is everything!

Question: What's the one skincare step you never, ever skip in the morning?