How to Establish a Skincare Routine That Works

Forget the fluff. Your skin needs structure—not more products.

If you're in your 40s or 50s, you’ve probably tried it all: glass skin hacks, trending actives, 10-step routines. The problem? Your skin doesn’t need chaos—it needs consistency. Especially now.

As we age, cell turnover slows down, which means dead skin cells linger, your glow fades, and skin starts to look dull, rough, or uneven. The solution isn’t a complicated routine. It’s a method that clears the buildup, activates regeneration, and supports your barrier so you can maintain and prevent the signs of aging.

What Your Skin Needs After 40

Let’s get one thing straight: your skin is different now. Your collagen production has slowed, cell renewal has dropped off, and your barrier is more prone to irritation. That’s the reality. But the good news? You can actively work against it.

The method is simple:
Clear dead skin. Stimulate renewal. Lock it all in.

Your Core Routine (AM + PM)

You don’t need 12 steps. You need the right ones in the right order. Here’s what a results-driven routine actually looks like for Gen X skin:

AM Routine

1. Cleanse: Start fresh with the Prebiotic Gel Cleanser. It's gentle, pH-balanced, and leaves your skin ready to absorb everything else.
2. Exfoliate (only on exfoliation days):
   • Use the Dermaplaning Tool once per week to sweep away dead skin and peach fuzz.
   • Follow immediately with the Multi Acid TCA Face Peel.
   • On other days, skip dermaplaning and use the Multi Acid TCA Face Peel alone, up to 4–5x/week total.
3. Treat: Apply EGF Serum to activate cell turnover and boost collagen. If you’re microneedling in the morning, do it after EGF.
4. Hydrate: Follow with HA Hydrating Serum to deliver and lock in moisture.
5. Barrier Support: Finish with Microbiome Rescue Moisturizer and Shiunko Face Oil to calm, protect, and seal it all in.
6. SPF: (You know the drill—even if we don’t sell one yet.)

PM Routine

1. Cleanse: Always remove SPF, makeup, and buildup.
2. Exfoliate (on exfoliation days):
   • Use the Dermaplaning Tool just once a week.
   • Pair with the Multi Acid TCA Face Peel after dermaplaning, or use the peel solo 4–5x per week.
   • On non-exfoliation nights, skip this step.
3. Treat:
   • Apply EGF Serum.
   • Follow with the Microneedling Tool (5x/week).
   • Then layer Advanced Retinol Serum if you’re using both (or apply whichever you have).
4. Hydrate: Use HA Hydrating Serum to replenish moisture.
5. Barrier Support: Use Microbiome Rescue Moisturizer and Shiunko Face Oil.
6. Cool + Calm: Finish with the Ice Roller to depuff, soothe inflammation, calm irritation, and cool down skin—especially if you’re dealing with hot flashes.

Stack Your Tools, Not Your Products

StackedSkincare is about working smarter—not just harder. Our tools are designed to enhance the effectiveness of your products and support skin function as it slows with age.

• Dermaplaning Tool: Once a week to manually exfoliate, clear dead skin, and allow actives to absorb better.
• Microneedling Tool: Five times a week after applying EGF Serum to create micro-channels for deeper absorption and stimulate collagen production.
• Ice Roller: Use daily (AM or PM) to calm inflammation, reduce puffiness around the eyes, soothe redness, and cool down skin affected by hot flashes or product activity.

Consistency Is Everything

Skincare in your 40s and 50s isn’t about trends—it’s about structure. The goal is to prevent the signs of aging, support skin that’s already working harder, and maintain the healthy glow you’ve earned.

This routine isn’t complicated, but it is powerful. Stick to it, and your skin will show up for you.

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