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Personalized Dermatologist-Recommended Skin Care Routines for Every Skin Type
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Personalized Dermatologist-Recommended Skin Care Routines for Every Skin Type

1 April 2025


Dermatologist-Recommended Personalized Custom Skin Care Routines




Are you looking for a dermatologist-recommended skin care routine? You are in the right place! I am a dermatologist and skin care expert and author of 3 bestselling books on skin care. Over 250 dermatologists, and medispas use my skin care regimen software to prescribe skin care routines. Now you have access to the same software that dermatologists use to recommend skin care routines to their patients! The dermatologists that use our software to build skin care routines follow these 3 important steps:



Diagnose




Prescribe



Educate




Traditionally, consulting a dermatologist was essential to determine the appropriate products for your skincare routine. For a decade, our software was exclusively available to doctors. However, in 2023, we let dermatologists use our skin type quiz for dermatology patients. Their patients could receive dermatologist-designed regimens directly from Skin Type Solutions if they signed up and were trained by us on the best way to prescribe skin care routines.



In 2024, we expanded access even further, enabling everyone to obtain a customized dermatologist-recommended skin care routine routine, regardless of whether they have a dermatologist or not. We understand that not everyone has easy access to a dermatologist, and appointments can be challenging to secure.




Now you can get a dermatologist-recommended skin care routine online. Right Here. Now.



All you need to do is take the quiz and you can build a dermatologist-recommended skin care regimen.




Take our quiz to get a custom routine designed by a dermatologist



You can mix products from many brands




Choose how many steps in your routine (3 in basic, 5 in complete)



Choose when to save and when to splurge




Get monthly personalized emails with dermatologist advice on your routine



Get a Dermatologist-recommended Skin Care Routine




3 Steps To a Dermatologist Recommended Skin Care Routine



Step 1: Diagnose your Skin Type




There are 16 distinct skin types, with eight of them classified as sensitive. Within these, there are four subtypes of sensitive skin. To determine the best regimen out of our 40,000 templates for your specific skin type, it is crucial to take our quiz. With over 25 years of research, I assure you that spending the three minutes to complete the quiz will save you significant time and money in the long run.Step 2: Build Your Routine



Once you take the quiz, you will be given a step by step skin care routine with my favorite products recommended. You can choose between a basic regimen that contains the 3 most important products:




Cleanse



Protect




Repair



Or you can choose a full regimen that has more products and works faster.




For each step you have the ability to scroll through other products that are right for you and further customize your routine with the products you like.


Step 3: Learn How To Improve Your Skin

Once you take the quiz, build a routine and purchase it- you will receive emails on Day 1, 30, 60, 90 and 120 that will guide you through the process. You will know what to expect, how to know if your products are working, and what to do if you are not seeing any skin benefits. Every month the email tells you if it is time to change a product or move to a stronger retinoid. This way your skin continues to improve. We also have a robust skin care library here that you can find the answers to any skin care questions you have.

Types of Dermatologist Recommended Skin Care Regimens

We have many different types of skin care routines developed by dermatologists:

Antiaging Routines for your 30s

Routines for TeensAntiaging routines for your 40s

Routines for Dark Spots

Routines for Men

Skin Care Routine Guidance from a Dermatologist

Our skin care routines have been used on over 300,000 people around the world, If you follow the instructions, you should see results pretty fast. Why are our routines so good?

I use evidence based data to prescribe skin care routines for my patients. To have good data to track outcomes, you need a standardized approach to skin care so that true controlled comparisons can be made to find out what really works. We have been researching skin care routines on patients in my dermatology practice since 1997. We began matching skin care to the 16 skin types in 2005.

My research has shown that:

Skin care routines should be customized by skin type

Skin type must be diagnosed accurately and scientifically

Skin care products should be layered in the proper step order

You should understand how much product to apply and how often to apply them.

You need to reevaluate your skin care routine monthly.

I have spent the last 25 years figuring out how to do this scientifically so you can have a personalized custom skin care routine that really works. The Skin Routine Builder I developed is used in dermatology offices. How does it compare to the other brands that offer custom skin care routines?

I have spent years researching skin care ingredients, skin types, ingredients, matching ingredients to skin types, building custom skin care routines, and mixing and matching the best products from different skin care brands in a custom skin care routine made with different brands. You can learn more about my skin care expertise and research here.

I feel very strongly that to personalize a custom skin care routine, you must first accurately diagnose the skin type using a valid quiz. With this philosophy, I will review the custom skin care routines by Proven Skin Care, Curology, Skinceuticals and other personalized skin care companies. Of course I believe that Skin Type Solutions has the best dermatologist recommended skin care routines. We are in the textbooks and used by doctors. But there are even more reasons that you should trust our routines.

How To Find The Best Personalized Custom Skin Care Routine?

Building a personalized custom skin care routine is a puzzle that requires years of practice and research to do it properly. There are many companies that offer personalized skin care now- but they want you to buy their skin care brand. It is better to pick the best products from different brands and combine them into a an effective skin care routine. That is what most dermatologist will do. Getting dermatologist advice can save you lots of time and money on skin care.

These are the types of things dermatologists consider when designing your routine:

Skin Type

Best ingredients to treat your skin concerns

Ingredients to avoid

pH of products

Interactions of ingredients when used together

Penetration and absorption

Routine step order

How many steps you are willing to do

Cost

What brand to use or do you want to combine brands

When to splurge and when to save

I wrote an entire chapter on this in my Baumann’s Cosmetic Dermatology textbook because skin care regimen design is very complex.

“Dermatologist advice on your skin care routine can save you time and money.”

Dr. Leslie Baumann MD, FAAD

Get A Skin Care Routine Designed By Dermatologists

Need dermatologist advice on your skin care routine? You have several options:

Find a board certified dermatologist

Find a Skin Type Solutions trained dermatologist, physician or medical provider

Take our dermatologist-recommended skin care routine quiz

Dermatologist guided skin care shopping – look for your skin type octagon next to products that are good for your skin

It’s so easy- get started now! You can find your skin type and get started even before you see your doctor to save yourself some time.

DQH Knowledge drop: In your 20s, your skin cell turnover decreases. (Cell turnover is a key component in keeping your skin youthful.) You know what else slows down? Your collagen production. Starting in your 20s, collagen decreases by about 1 percent per year. Should you want to prevent fine lines and wrinkles, start by eliminating behaviors that contribute to premature aging. “If it’s bad for you, it’s bad for your skin,” says dermatologist Michel Somenek. “Cigarette smoking reduces blood flow to the skin and causes premature wrinkling and a dull skin texture. Making the repeated pursed motion to inhale can also cause smoker’s lines. Alcohol and recreational drugs are toxins for the skin that damage its cellular structure and DNA,” Somenek tells us. “The faster you eliminate vices while you are young, the better chance your skin and body have to recuperate.” Also, adopting an anti-aging routine in your 20s is key. After all, the best offense is a good defense. We spoke to Somenek and experts Joshua Ross and Audrey Kunin to find out more. Keep reading for the best anti-aging products for your 20s, according to skincare professionals. Sunscreen “We all know that the sun is the number one cause of skin aging and starting the prevention in your 20s is very important,” Ross says. “The majority of your sun damage won’t start to appear until you’re in your 30s, so don’t wait until you see it surface or you’ll be behind the curve. Stay ahead of it with a good-quality zinc-based sunscreen worn daily.” Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen An invisible sunscreen with SPF 30, plus botanical extracts meant to protect skin with tons of antioxidants. Bonus: It’s clean and fine to use under makeup. Bareminerals Complexion Rescue™ Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Although we recommend you use your SPF and moisturizer separately, we also understand moments when you don’t have time or energy for that extra step. For those times, this bareMinerals moisturizer is a great thing to have on hand. Vitamin C Serum “A great introduction to anti-aging is to start with a vitamin C serum in your morning skincare routine,” Ross says. “It’s a powerful antioxidant that will neutralize free radicals and brighten the skin.” He adds that it’s a great way to counteract the effects of the sun’s harmful rays, which, as previously mentioned, are among the biggest causes of premature aging. Drunk Elephant C-Firma™ Vitamin C Day Serum The Drunk Elephant C-Firma is a lightweight serum that promises to give skin a glow by combining the brightening powers of vitamin C with ferulic acid, l-ascorbic acid, and vitamin E. The included sodium hyaluronate is meant to replace hydration loss, so you shouldn’t have to deal with any irritation. Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum This potent serum is jam-packed with vitamin C (15 percent, to be exact), which means it’s a potential superstar at both brightening skin and dousing it in antioxidants. Peptides Using peptides on your skin has many benefits, says Somenek. “The skin barrier is what defends the body against pollution, UV rays, bacteria, and toxins. It can be damaged by several everyday factors. Using topical peptides aids in building a stronger barrier,” he says. “Peptides comprise elastic fibers, which are a type of protein. These fibers help to make skin appear taut and firm. Peptides can also help repair damaged skin, relieve inflammation, and even out skin tone. Some peptides can kill acne-causing bacteria that is common in 20-somethings.” Kunin agrees, saying, “Peptides are an excellent entry point for supporting collagen.” She recommends looking for face and eye treatments that contain these collagen-boosting powerhouses. Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue Cream This Charlotte Tilbury super-emollient eye cream has a base of coconut oil and shea butter (read: it’s incredibly hydrating). Botanicals plus peptides are meant to help reduce dark circles and boost collagen, respectively. This creamy moisturizer serves up potent collagen-boosting peptides and pycnogenol, and antioxidant-rich vitamin C. “Instead of sitting on top of the skin, peptides penetrate the outer layer so they go deep. The ‘signals’ they send tell the cells to produce elastin and collagen, which are needed for youthful-looking skin,” explains Somenek. At-Home Peel Pads Remember that skin cell turnover fiasco we talked about earlier? One way to help support it is by exfoliating. “Exfoliation is important to help keep skin fresh and luminous,” Kunin says. She recommends using at-home peel pads as an easy and effective way to exfoliate. “The goal in your 20s is to fight the slowing pace of cell turnover. It is wise to use products that gently exfoliate, yet still remove oil and other impurities. Products that have Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) or Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) are a good choice.” According to Somenek, you should only exfoliate two to three times a week. “People of all ages are guilty of over-exfoliating and that can be too much of a good thing,” he says. Dermadoctor Kakadu C Intensive Vitamin C Peel Pad A few swipes of this Derma Doctor powerful peel pad promise to leave your skin glowing and smooth, thanks to the seven (yes, seven) types of chemical exfoliants, including AHA and BHA. It also contains vitamin C via Kakadu plum extract for added brightening and antioxidant protection. KEY INGREDIENTS Kakadu plum extract is sourced from the Kakadu plum, a fruit grown in northern Australia. It contains vitamin C, which restores the skin’s natural barrier, increases collagen production, and soothes irritation. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads These are the gold standard of peel pads, with a cult following and over 900 five-star reviews on Sephora. They’re easy to use and contain a blend of anti-aging exfoliating acids. Emollient Night Cream “In your 20s, you need to start upping the hydration in your skincare routine. You may have been cautious of over-moisturizing because of acne in your teens, but as you enter your 20s, your skin transitions and becomes drier,” Ross says. “I recommend an emollient night cream added into your evening skincare regimen.” “Twenty-somethings need to make sure that they are not using creams that will clog their pores and cause excess oil production,” says Somenek. Opt for non-comedogenic products. Cerave Skin Renewing Night Cream One great choice is the CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream, which is a non-comedogenic night cream that leaves skin soft and glowy. It combines the moisturizing powers of ceramides and hyaluronic acid. RoC Retinol Correxion Max Hydration Creme “The best night cream ingredients contain retinol, benzoyl peroxide, and/or salicylic acid or hyaluronic acid. The goal is to moisturize, yet remove excess oil,” says Somenek. This Roc Retinol Correxion cream fits the bill as it contains both hyaluronic acid and retinol so it promises to moisturize while also being non-comedogenic.
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