Published: January 15, 2026
When it comes to seeing results from skincare, consistency is everything, yet this is something that people often struggle with. Between overly complex routines that are difficult to incorporate into daily life to a lack of motivation because products usually take a while before they start to work, sticking to a skincare routine isn’t always easy.
If you can relate, you’re in luck – there’s a way to get around this. Keep reading as CBGärdN shares some skincare routine tips that will enable you to build a routine that you’ll be able to stick to for the long term!
Keep It Simple
Believe it or not, skincare doesn’t have to be complicated in order to be effective. In fact, most dermatologists recommend a short and simple skincare routine. Using too many products, which is a common mistake that people make, can really overload the skin’s natural protective barrier.
Keeping your skincare routine simple will also mean that it will be easier to stick to. It won’t feel as time-consuming and tedious – you’ll only need to dedicate a couple of minutes at the start and end of each day to skincare.
How short can your skincare routine be? It really only needs to consist of two steps. The first is cleansing – this should be done both morning and night. Pick a cleanser that’s well-suited to your skin type. Foaming cleansers, like the CB Silk Facial Foaming Purifier, work well on oily and combination skin, while dry skin needs a gentle, moisturizing cleanser, such as the CB Facial Cleanser.
The second step is moisturizing. Of course, you also need to include sun protection during the day. This is where an SPF moisturizer, like the CB Multi-Active Moisturizer With SPF 30, can make life extremely convenient. In the evenings, when SPF isn’t needed, moisturize with a night cream. We love the CB Night Renewing Creme because it does an amazing job of helping with moisture retention!
Create an Extended Skincare Routine for When You Have Extra Time
While the two-step routine we’ve shared above covers the basics, one of our top skincare routine tips if you’re going super-minimal is to create a separate, slightly extended skincare routine for when you have some extra time. While longer routines can be off-putting when you’re busy, adding in a few extra products every once in a while can really give your basic routine a boost.
What else should you add to your routine? A vitamin C serum is always a safe bet. Vitamin C is such a multitasking ingredient, meaning that just about everyone will benefit from it. Ideally, pick a formula that incorporates plenty of other antioxidants too. The CB Illuminating Vita C Serum, which features grape stem cells, vitamin A, vitamin E, and antioxidant-rich plant oils, along with two forms of vitamin C, would be a great choice.
Look for Products That You Actually Enjoy Using
If skincare often feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience, this could be because you simply aren’t using the right products. If your routine consists of products that you genuinely love using, the positive emotions created with each application will soon make your skincare routine a part of your day that you look forward to.
What makes a skincare product enjoyable to use? Formulas that provide a sensory experience are always fun! For example, our CB Thermo Repair Collection contains a self-heating face mask that will make any ordinary skincare routine feel like a spa ritual. It adds a touch of luxury to the skincare experience – one that you’ll quickly come to appreciate.
Likewise, our Collagen Cooling Set provides instant gratification in terms of how soothing and cooling it feels. From the mask to the face mist to the cream, the way in which these products leave the skin feeling immediately refreshed and revitalized will make your skincare routine feel all the more rewarding.
Our Flawless Finish Silk Capsules also feel exquisite when applied. Encapsulated products can really add to the sensory experience of your routine, making it feel more special too.
Ensure Your Products Are Easy to See and Access
If your struggle with skincare consistency is due to the fact that you often simply forget about your skincare routine, there are a few ways to overcome this. The first is to ensure that your skincare products are stored somewhere that’s clearly visible, so that there’s no way you can miss them both morning and night.
Ideally, they should also be arranged in a way that makes them easily accessible and usable. Rather than cramming everything into a drawer, which means that you then need to sort through all of your products in order to pick out the ones you’re going to apply, line them up in the order in which you’ll be using them. This way, even when you’re busy, you can quickly work your way through that line of products without having to put too much thought into it.
Set Reminders
Another one of our top skincare routine tips, if skincare is something you forget about, is to set some reminders so that forgetting is no longer possible! Chances are that you usually have your phone somewhere nearby. So, use the reminder feature that most smartphones have (if yours doesn’t, you can always download an app), setting reminders for both morning and night.
With that said, pick your timings wisely. Some people find that it’s most convenient to focus on skincare first thing in the morning, before they get caught up with the rest of their day. Others prefer to incorporate skincare into the latter part of their morning routine.
Try Habit Stacking
Have you heard of habit stacking? It’s a science-backed strategy that involves pairing a new habit with an existing one. Piggybacking new habits onto things that you already regularly do makes it much easier for that new habit to become a permanent part of your routine.
How does this work when it comes to skincare? Start by identifying your most consistent morning and evening rituals. Then, pair your morning and evening routines to one of these. Here are a few examples:
- Applying your skincare while waiting for your coffee to brew in the mornings.
- Keeping your SPF near your keys by the door, so that each time you grab your keys, you also apply SPF.
- Carrying out your evening skincare routine after brushing your teeth.
- Whenever you’re relaxing in front of Netflix or a book in the evenings, pair this with a face mask.
Give Yourself a Few Incentives
Did you ever use a sticker chart when you were a child? A sticker would be placed on a chart each time you did something well, and after a certain number of stickers were collected, you would receive a reward. This same approach can be applied to skincare – you could even have your own skincare sticker chart if you wanted! Either way, giving yourself some extra incentives for being consistent with your regimen is one of the best skincare routine tips for ensuring motivation.
You could also incorporate incentives into the habit-stacking technique we described above. For example, if you feel guilty about bingeing on your favorite TV show each evening, make that your skincare time as well. Only allow yourself to watch that show if you also carry out your skincare routine at the same time. That show will become the incentive that you need to make skincare a priority!
Treat Yourself to a Fast-Acting Product
It’s important to be realistic when it comes to your skincare routine. People often expect miraculous results, but more often than not, skincare products need time to work. It can sometimes take up to three months before you’ll see the results of a new skincare product you’ve started using.
For some, this can really affect motivation. It may feel as though you’re putting so much effort in with no clear results as a reward, even though you logically know that you just need to be more patient.
The solution? That’s where the next of our skincare routine tips comes in: add a product to your routine that does provide fast results. There are some products out there that can produce instant, albeit temporary, changes in the complexion. The CB Age-Defying Lifting Treatment is the perfect example. This specialized solution immediately softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles to give the skin a firmer and more lifted finish.
The CB Microexfoliant Peel is another product that always feels rewarding. This exfoliator quickly brightens the look of the skin, giving it a radiant glow that lasts for a few days.
Take a ‘Before’ Photo
Another way to build motivation when it comes to sticking to your skincare routine is to take a ‘before’ photo of your skin. As we mentioned above, skincare products need time before they take effect – sometimes, a few months. However, there will likely be some small, subtle changes in your complexion before then. These aren’t always noticeable when you’re looking at your skin in the mirror each day.
This is where a ‘before’ photo can really help. Whenever you’re contemplating skipping your skincare routine, take a look at the photo and compare it to your complexion now. Identify the improvements that you can see, and you’ll likely suddenly be much more eager to return to your routine.
Summary
While it’s easy enough to create a skincare routine, sticking with it on a daily basis is a whole different story. However, start following the skincare routine tips that we’ve shared above, and you’ll suddenly find it much easier to be consistent with your efforts. Once you see how much this really benefits your skin, your new routine will quickly become a habit that you remember and look forward to each day.
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