A Weekly Skincare Routine: How to Combine Actives Safely

If you use multiple ‘active’ products (retinoids, acids, acne treatments), a simple weekly structure helps you get results without overdoing it.

Example weekly structure

• Mon: Retinoid

• Tue: Hydration/barrier night

• Wed: Gentle exfoliation (AHA/BHA)

• Thu: Hydration/barrier night

• Fri: Retinoid

• Sat: Hydration/barrier night

• Sun: Optional treatment OR barrier night (depending on how your skin feels)

Keep the rest of your routine consistent: gentle cleanser, moisturiser, and daily SPF.

If you’re acne-prone or sensitive, your plan may look different — the goal is steady progress, not maximum intensity.