How to Build Your Ideal Skincare Routine for Real Results

Building Your Ideal Skincare Routine

Real results for real skin — simplified.

From the City to the Farm

When my family and I moved from the city to an 80-acre farm, everything changed — including my skin. Away from the pollution and constant product overload, I learned what nature can really do for your skin when you strip things back to the essentials. That’s how Amandine Sol Botanicals was born: a skincare line rooted in simplicity, family, and results.

Our goal is to make high-performance, natural skincare effortless — to bring the grounding, glow-giving power of The Farm to anyone, anywhere.

The Three Rules of Skincare Success

When it comes to results, consistency matters more than complexity.
These are the guiding principles behind every great routine:

1. Less is more.
   Simplify your steps — quality always outperforms quantity.

2. Consistency is everything.
   The secret to great skin isn’t a miracle product, it’s a daily ritual.

3. Layer correctly.
   Apply from thinnest to thickest texture so every ingredient performs at its best.

Common Skin Concerns — and How to Treat Them

Wrinkles & Fine Lines

Boost collagen, smooth texture, and restore firmness with ingredients that truly work:

• Retinoids – Encourage cell turnover and reduce fine lines.

• Peptides – Tell your skin to produce more collagen for a firmer look.

• Vitamin C – Brightens and supports collagen synthesis.

• Antioxidant-rich natural oils like sea buckthorn and rosehip – Nourish and soften fine lines.

Product Picks: Inner Glow Multi-Correctional Face Oil, Shani Darden Retinol Reform, Tretinoin (see your family doctor or derm).

Use treatment products in the evening and follow with moisturizer.

Dark Spots & Uneven Tone

Even out your complexion by targeting pigment production and renewing the skin’s surface:

• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) – Fades hyperpigmentation and improves barrier function.

• Vitamin C – Blocks melanin production and brightens dullness.

• Retinol – Speeds cell turnover to reveal fresh, even skin.

• Gentle Exfoliants (AHAs) – Smooth roughness and fade discoloration.

Product Picks: Dew Dream Spray Serum, The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc, Medik8 Vitamin C.
Always protect your progress with SPF — unprotected UV exposure can undo brightening results.

Puffy or Dark Under Eyes

The skin around the eyes is delicate and often the first area to show fatigue.

• Caffeine – Constricts blood vessels and reduces puffiness.

• Peptides – Strengthen thin skin to minimize darkness.

• Hyaluronic Acid – Plumps fine lines and hydrates.

• Cooling Tools – Eye patches, spoons, and gentle massage reduce fluid buildup.

Product Picks: Eye Petals Reusable Eye Patch Kit, The Ordinary Caffeine Solution 5%, Skinfix Triple Lipid Eye Treatment.
Pro tip: apply products with your ring finger — gently tapping, never rubbing.

Dehydrated Skin

If your skin feels tight or dull, it’s thirsty for both water and oil. Combine humectants (to attract moisture) with occlusives (to seal it in):

• Hyaluronic Acid – Draws moisture into the skin for plumpness.

• Glycerin – Acts like a sponge to boost hydration.

• Ceramides – Repair the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss.

• Plant Oils (like Squalane) – Lock in hydration and softness.

Product Picks: Dew Dream Spray Serum, Inner Glow Face Oil, SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore, Dr. Althea 345 Cream
Hydrate from the inside out — drink plenty of water, eat healthy fats, and use a humidifier at night.

Enlarged Pores & Blackheads

Keep pores clear, minimize their appearance, and prevent congestion:

• Salicylic Acid (BHA) – Dissolves oil and dead skin inside pores.

• Niacinamide – Regulates sebum and refines texture.

• Retinol – Speeds cell renewal and boosts firmness around pores.

• Clay – Absorbs impurities for a clean, smooth finish.

Product Picks: Dew Dream Spray Serum, Paula’s Choice BHA, Zo Skin Complexion Clearing Mask.
Avoid squeezing — a good BHA clears pores more effectively and gently.

Sun Protection

The most powerful anti-aging step of all: daily SPF.

• Mineral (Zinc) sunscreens sit on the surface, great for sensitive skin and immediate protection.

• Chemical filters absorb UV rays and convert them to heat, with lighter textures.

Product Picks: Beauty of Joseon Sunscreen, Elta MD Tinted SPF, Biore UV.
Use a nickel-sized amount for the face and reapply during long sun exposure.

How to Layer Your Routine

Morning

1. Cleanse – Gentle cleanser.

2. Tone/Essence – Dew Dream Spray Serum to prep and hydrate.

3. Treat – Vitamin C or peptide serum; apply eye cream.

4. Moisturize – Lock in hydration.

5. SPF – Finish with broad-spectrum protection.

Evening

1. Cleanse – Remove makeup + impurities.

2. Tone/Essence – Dew Dream Spray Serum.

3. Treat – Retinol or niacinamide; apply eye cream.

4. Moisturize – Barrier-supporting cream.

5. Face Oil – Inner Glow Multi-Correctional Face Oil to seal and restore overnight.

A Final Note

Your skincare routine doesn’t need to be complicated — it just needs to be consistent. With the right products, a little intention, and ingredients that actually perform, you can achieve the glow you’ve always wanted.

From our family to yours — here’s to simple routines that deliver powerful results.