Step 1: Cleanse with DrLOUIE Mild Face Cleanser

Start your day with a gentle cleanse using the DrLOUIE Mild Face Cleanser, designed to remove overnight oil, sweat, dead skin cells, and any residue from nighttime skincare without stripping the skin.

• Why it matters: Many people think a splash of water is enough in the morning, but it’s not. Overnight, your skin produces oils and sheds dead skin. Water alone can’t break down these impurities, especially if you've used occlusive products or sleeping masks. A mild cleanser ensures a clean canvas, so your active ingredients—like Vitamin C—can actually penetrate and work effectively.

Step 2: Apply DrLOUIE Vitamin C Serum (Your Morning Glow in a Bottle)

This serum is your glow activator —a brightening, firming, and protective step to start your day right.

• Why it matters: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps brighten the skin, even out tone, and support collagen production. It also shields the skin from oxidative stress caused by UV rays, pollution, and free radicals.

• How to use: After cleansing and patting dry, apply 1–2 pumps to your face and neck. Allow it to absorb before moving to your next step.

Step 3: Hydrate & Seal with All-in-One Essence of Your Choice

This single step replaces toner, serum, and moisturizer—delivering hydration, firming antioxidants, and barrier protection.

• Why it matters: It boosts skin elasticity, locks in moisture, and enhances the glow effect of your Vitamin C without clogging pores. Especially useful for warmer weather when heavy creams feel too much. (There are 3 different versions - one for dry, mature skin, one for combination skin, one for oily skin)

• How to use: Smooth 1-2 pumps over the face and neck, gently pressing into the skin. If you're living in warmer weather, you can switch over to a lighter version. To help choose which All-in-One Essence will work for your skin, you can always start a live chat, and one of our friendly associates will help you choose :)

Step 4: Finish with Sunscreen (Don’t Skip!)

Top off with broad-spectrum SPF 30+.

• Why it matters:

  • Sunscreen and Vitamin C work better together —here’s why:

    • Vitamin C neutralizes free radicals before they can damage your skin. These free radicals are caused by sun exposure, pollution, and environmental stress.

    • Sunscreen blocks UV rays that trigger those free radicals and prevent new pigmentation, wrinkles, and collagen breakdown.

    • When used together, Vitamin C amplifies the protection you get from sunscreen, and sunscreen prolongs the effectiveness of Vitamin C.

  • Bottom line: You get double defense—protection on the surface from SPF, and antioxidant repair from within with Vitamin C. Without SPF, Vitamin C alone won’t prevent UV damage.

Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher), and make it your non-negotiable final step—even on cloudy days.

Step 1: Deep Cleanse with the DrLOUIE Cleansing Duo

Your skin regenerates overnight, which makes your evening routine critical. Start with a thorough double cleanse to remove the buildup of makeup, sunscreen, pollutants, and excess oil from the day.

• Step 1a: Exfoliating Cleansing Cream

  This is not your typical harsh scrub. DrLOUIE’s Exfoliating Cleansing Cream is uniquely formulated to both exfoliate and remove buildup of makeup, sunscreen, pollutants, and excess oil from the day — gently and effectively - while nourishing the skin barrier, setting the stage for better product absorption.

  • How to use: Massage onto dry skin, focusing on areas with congestion or makeup. Rinse thoroughly in a circular motion with lukewarm water.

• Step 1b: Follow with Mild Face Cleanser

  After Exfoliating Cleansing Cream, use the DrLOUIE Mild Face Cleanser to wash away any residue, excess oil, or remaining impurities.

  • Why it matters: A second cleanse ensures your skin is truly clean but still balanced. This gentle formula preserves the skin barrier while clearing debris from pores—key for preventing irritation and improving the performance of your next steps.

  • How to use: Apply to damp skin, lather gently, and rinse. Your skin should feel clean, not tight.
  
  

Step 2: Treat with DrLOUIE Vitamin C Serum (Optional Night Boost)

If your skin tolerates Vitamin C well, using it morning and night can speed up brightening and antioxidant support. And though typically used in the morning, Vitamin C can also be used at night for an extra antioxidant boost—especially if you’ve had a long day in the sun or urban pollution.

• Why it matters: At night, your skin is repairing oxidative stress. Vitamin C fights free radicals, supports collagen production, and fades pigmentation—all while you sleep. When paired with a proper nighttime routine, this helps even tone and boost firmness over time.

Tip: If your skin is sensitive, you can stick to morning use. For seasoned users, adding it at night a few times a week can accelerate brightening results.

• Why it matters: Nighttime application helps prevent and repair oxidative damage, especially if you’ve been in the sun.

Step 3: Hydrate with All-in-One Essence

This all-purpose hydrating and nourishing treatment functions as toner, serum, and moisturizer in one beautifully layered product.

• Why it matters: Skin loses moisture at night, especially in dry environments. This essence delivers deep hydration, improves elasticity, and enhances the skin’s repair function—all while strengthening your barrier.

• Key benefits:

  • Boosts the skin’s ability to retain moisture overnight

  • Calms skin after exfoliation or active treatments

  • Improves product absorption and prevents overnight moisture loss

How to use: Gently press 2–3 pumps into clean skin, focusing on dry or dull areas.

Step 4: Boost Radiance with DrLOUIE Brightening Serum (1–2x a Week)

Think of this as your overnight glow mask —a final step to lock in hydration and deliver slow-release brightening ingredients while you sleep.

• Why it matters: As your skin regenerates, this serum works to fade dark spots, smooth roughness, and brighten dull tone . It’s ideal after sun exposure or during times of stress when your skin looks tired.

• What makes it special:

  • Delivers a glow-boosting effect by morning

  • Nourishes with brightening actives without irritation

  • Acts like a sleeping mask—no rinse needed

How to use: Apply a layer after All-in-One Essence. Do not follow with any other cream—just sleep and let it work.