Routine Builder

Skincare Routine Builder

Choose your skin type, priority concerns and experience with active ingredients, and we will put together a morning and evening routine from s'hevec products – with the order of use, the frequency and the products that should not be used on the same evening.

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How to build a routine
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Routine guide

How do you build a skincare routine?

In short

A skincare routine follows the same order morning and evening: cleanser, toner, serum, eye serum and moisturiser; the morning routine ends with sunscreen. Vitamin C belongs in the morning and exfoliating acids in the evening, with only one exfoliating acid per evening. The builder above sets up this order with s'hevec products according to your skin type, priorities and experience with actives.

Last updated: 2 October 2026 · Source: s'hevec product labels and skincare guide articles

In what order is a skincare routine applied?

The general principle is to go from the most fluid texture to the richest: watery toner first, serum in the middle, cream last.

  1. Cleanser

    The first step morning and evening; in the evening, it also removes make-up, sunscreen and the day's dirt.

    MorningEvening

  2. Toner

    Because of its watery texture, it comes straight after cleansing.

    MorningEveningOptional

  3. Serum

    A fluid step that carries a high concentration of actives.

    MorningEvening

  4. Eye serum

    After the face serum, before moisturiser.

    MorningEveningOptional

  5. Moisturiser

    Seals in the previous layers.

    MorningEvening

  6. Sunscreen

    The final layer of your routine; for the face, at least the length of your index and middle fingers.

    Morning only

This order is not a strict rule but a practical sequence; what matters is placing each product at the right time of day. Details: Skincare routine order.

The difference between morning and evening routines

Morning

  • Cleansing
  • A vitamin C derivative serum, for example Glow Me Like You Do
  • Moisturiser
  • As the final step, sunscreen

Evening

  • Cleansing: removes make-up and sunscreen
  • Acid toner, starting with 2–3 evenings a week
  • Serum
  • Moisturiser; no sunscreen

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends sun protection when using products that contain AHAs and BHAs. AHAs can increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun: apply sunscreen every morning while using this product and for one week after you stop. If you use an acid toner in the evening, keep Rice Rice Baby, which contains no exfoliating acids, for the morning.

Example routines by skin type

The examples are the builder's results for the selections shown; products are chosen only from those whose label lists that skin type.

Example routine for oily skin

Selections: pores and blemish-prone skin · intermediate · essential routine

Open this routineOily skin care routine

Which products should not be used on the same evening?

Most actives can be used in the same routine; the rule is timing. Only one exfoliating acid is used per evening, and azelaic acid does not share an evening with AHAs, BHAs or retinol. The builder places these products on different evenings in the evening plan of your result. Details: Using active ingredients together · How often should you do a chemical peel?

Start with 2–3 evenings a week; 1–2 evenings for dry skin
Do not layer with retinol or another acid product on the same evening.
Start with 2–3 evenings a week and increase gradually
Do not add retinol, a peel or another acid toner on the same evening; if you also use Glyc-Alright, keep the two toners on separate evenings.
Every evening for oily and combination skin; 2–3 evenings a week for dry skin
Do not use retinol or another acid product on the same evening.
Every other day for the first weeks; every evening once the skin feels comfortable
Do not use on the same evening as AHAs, BHAs or retinol.
At most 2 evenings a week; rinse off thoroughly with water after 5–10 minutes
Do not combine with retinol or other exfoliants on the same evening. Do not use Red Of Love and Red Velvet Face together. Do not use them in the same week either.
1–2 evenings a week
Do not add an acid toner or peel on the same evening.
Regular evening step
Do not use on peel or acid toner evenings, or on the same evening as a pure vitamin C serum.
Regular evening step
Use on separate evenings from Shine On You at first.

How do you add a new product to your routine?

Add products one at a time; try each new product on a small area first.

  1. Try it on your inner arm

    Apply your usual amount to a coin-sized area on the inner forearm or the inside of the elbow.

  2. Watch for 7–10 days

    The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends applying twice a day; with acid products, do not exceed the frequency the product recommends.

  3. Move to your face

    If the area does not turn red, itch or swell, you can add the product to your routine.

Details: How to do a patch test.

Frequently asked questions

How many steps does a skincare routine have?

A basic routine has three steps: gentle cleansing, moisturising and sunscreen in the morning. Toner and serum are added as needed; eye serum and a weekly mask are optional.

Does serum go on before or after moisturiser?

Serum comes first. Products are applied from the most fluid texture to the richest: toner, serum, eye serum, moisturiser; the last step of the morning routine is sunscreen.

Can an acid toner be used every evening?

Not at first. With leave-on acid toners (Glyc-Alright, Slyc-Alright), start with 2–3 evenings a week and increase as your skin tolerates it; for dry skin, 1–2 evenings a week is enough for Glyc-Alright. Do not apply a second acid product on the same evening.

Can vitamin C and acid products be used in the same routine?

Not in the same session: vitamin C is used in the morning, AHAs or BHAs in the evening. For example, Glow Me Like You Do every morning and Glyc-Alright a few evenings a week.

How much sunscreen should you apply to your face?

Apply at least 1 teaspoon of sunscreen to the face; the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) describes this as about the amount needed to cover the length of your index and middle fingers. Apply it about 15 minutes before going outside and reapply at least every two hours while outdoors.

Is the Routine Builder's recommendation medical advice?

No. The recommendations are based on matching your answers with the skin type and concern labels of our products. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a skin condition, consult your doctor before use.

How can I save the routine I have built?

You can save the routine you created with the “Copy link” button on the results screen. The same link opens the same routine with the same answers.