Posted by Acure Beauty Team
on March 16, 2026
Introduction
Knowing the right order to apply your skincare products can help you build a simpler, more effective routine. Applying products in the right sequence makes it easier to layer cleansers, serums and moisturisers without overcomplicating your routine.
In general, skincare routines are usually built in this order: cleanse first, then apply treatment products, then moisturise. In the morning, sunscreen is typically the final skincare step.
If you want a complete step-by-step routine, you can also read our Acure Skincare Routine.
Why the Order of Skincare Products Matters
Layering skincare in the right order helps keep your routine simple and helps each step fit naturally into the next. Cleansing removes buildup, treatment products come next, and moisturiser helps support hydration and skin comfort.
Using too many products at once can make a routine feel harder to manage, so keeping the order clear can make your skincare more consistent.
Morning Skincare Order
A simple morning skincare routine is usually focused on cleansing, lightweight treatment and hydration, followed by sunscreen.
Step 1: Cleanser
Start with a cleanser to remove overnight oil and impurities.
- Acure Brightening Cleansing Gel – a refreshing daily cleanser for dull-looking skin.
- Acure Ultra Hydrating Green Juice Cleanser – a nourishing cleanser for dry or dehydrated skin.
Step 2: Serum or Treatment
After cleansing, apply your serum or treatment step.
- Acure Brightening 2% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid Serum – a lightweight serum designed to support brighter-looking skin.
Step 3: Moisturiser
Follow with moisturiser to support hydration and help lock in your routine.
- Acure Brightening Day Cream – a lightweight daily moisturiser.
Step 4: Sunscreen
Finish your morning routine with sunscreen as the last skincare step.
You can browse your options in our Natural & Mineral Sunscreen collection.
Evening Skincare Order
Your evening routine follows a similar structure, but the treatment and moisturiser steps may be a little richer or more targeted.
Step 1: Cleanser
Start by cleansing away makeup, sunscreen and daily buildup.
Step 2: Treatment Serum
Apply your treatment serum after cleansing.
- Acure Radically Rejuvenating Dual Phase Bakuchiol Serum – a targeted serum for smoother-looking skin.
Step 3: Night Moisturiser
Finish with a moisturiser to support overnight hydration.
- Acure Brightening Night Cream – a nourishing overnight cream.
Keep Your Routine Simple
If you are not sure where to start, a simple routine of cleanser, serum, moisturiser and sunscreen in the morning is usually enough. At night, cleanser, treatment serum and moisturiser is a strong foundation.
You can also explore our guide on Best Acure Products for Sensitive Skin if you prefer a gentler approach, or How to Brighten Dull Skin Naturally if radiance is your main concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct order to apply skincare products?
A simple order is cleanser, treatment or serum, moisturiser, and sunscreen in the morning.
Do you apply serum before moisturiser?
Yes, serums are usually applied before moisturiser as part of a skincare routine.
When do you apply sunscreen in your routine?
Sunscreen is generally the last skincare step in the morning, before makeup.
Should your night routine be different from your morning routine?
Yes, many people use sunscreen in the morning and a more targeted treatment or richer moisturiser at night.
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Shop the Products Mentioned
- Acure Brightening Cleansing Gel
- Acure Ultra Hydrating Green Juice Cleanser
- Acure Brightening 2% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid Serum
- Acure Radically Rejuvenating Dual Phase Bakuchiol Serum
- Acure Brightening Day Cream
- Acure Brightening Night Cream
