Why Skin Cycling Is the Latest Must-Try Routine

Date Author Marian Ndille Read 1 minute
Why Skin Cycling Is the Latest Must-Try Routine

Tired of irritation from too many active ingredients? Enter: skin cycling—the smart, balanced way to build a skincare routine.

Coined by dermatologists, skin cycling involves rotating your actives and recovery days to avoid overloading your skin. Here’s a simple 4-day cycle:

  • Night 1: Exfoliate

  • Night 2: Retinol

  • Night 3 & 4: Recovery (focus on hydration + barrier repair)

This method helps your skin reap the benefits of powerful actives—without the side effects. It's especially helpful if you're just starting out with retinol or acids.

Give it 2 weeks and see how your skin transforms.