What's The Right Order For My Skincare Routine?

Let’s be honest—good skincare isn’t about throwing 10 products on your face and crossing your fingers. To really get the most out of your Timebeam lineup, it’s all about using the right products, at the right time, in the right order. (Yes, order matters.)

The good news? You don’t need a 12-step routine. Just a few targeted products, applied in the right sequence, can do a lot, especially when you sync them with your body’s circadian rhythm. (More on that in our Longevity 101 guide.)

Ready to build your perfect AM and PM routine? Let’s get into it.

Right Products, Right Time

Our advice? Try to use lightweight products first to let active ingredients penetrate the skin properly. Some ingredients, like vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, work best when applied to bare skin. Then, you can layer on heavier products to seal it all in. 

Morning and night routines should be a little different, because your skin’s needs change over 24 hours. In the morning, it’s all about protecting your skin; at night, it’s about repairing it. Timebeam’s skincare + supplements are designed with this rhythm in mind, so you’re covered day and night.

Your AM Skincare Routine

Morning skin craves hydration and protection, so your skincare should serve as a barrier against environmental stressors—all while keeping your skin looking glowy and refreshed. 

For us, this looks like a lightweight serum followed by some kind of sun protection, plus a complementary supplement.

The following product sequence is what we swear by.

1. Serum First

If your skin needs a reason to get out of bed, this is it. Our Skinbeam Milky Serum is powered by ultra-hydrating hyaluronic acid and peptides for firmer, bouncier skin. It’s super lightweight and absorbs fast—apply it first, then wait about 60 seconds before moving to the next step. (Perfect time to brush your teeth or scroll TikTok.)

2. SPF Always

No excuses—wear sunscreen every single day. Sunscreen is an important daily step to protect against UV rays, one of the biggest contributors to premature aging. While you’re smart to glide it on over your AM serum, it should also be reapplied throughout the day. Reapply every two hours if you’re out and about. Your future self will thank you. 

3. Supplement Time

Supplements are an important part of skin longevity, which supports our cells holistically from the inside out. If your insides feel good, your outside will look good.

Our Bounce Mode Healthy Pixie is the ultimate morning pick-me-up and will kick-start your day on an uplifting note. It’s packed with NAD+ booster for bouncy, smooth skin, hyaluronic acid for hydration, and a tangy lemon flavor for an invigorating hit.

Your PM Skincare Routine

Nighttime is when your skin gets to chill, reset, and repair. While you sleep, your skin cells work hard—so give them the ingredients they need to do their thing.

We also added soothing chamomile and lavender in our PM formulas to help you unwind. Think of this as skincare-meets-self-care. Use the following products for record-breaking beauty sleep.

1. Cleanser

Clean skin = better absorption. Whether you wore makeup or not, you’ll want to cleanse away sunscreen, oil, and pollution. If you have oily skin, stick with something gentle and lightweight. If you’re dry, go for a cream or balm cleanser with hydrating ingredients.

2. Moisturizer or Balm

No need to choose– our Moisture Melt Serum Balm does it all. Think of it as an overnight treatment (up to 100 hours of hydration!) that locks in moisture and assists cell regeneration. Resveratrol and ceramides support your skin’s barrier while squalene and calendula provide deep nourishment. Apply generously, then drift off while your skin drinks it up.

3. Nighttime Supplement

Our Reset Mode Healthy Pixie, your personal wind-down essential, is specially formulated to work alongside  our Moisture Melt Serum Balm. With rice ceramides for hydration, resveratrol for protection, and reishi mushroom for calm, it’s designed to work alongside your PM skincare. Sip it right before bed for glowy skin and better sleep. (Plus, it tastes like cherry. Win.) 

Golden Rules to Keep in Mind

No matter your routine, a few core principles always apply:

• Consistency > Everything. Great skin doesn’t happen overnight, but showing up daily pays off.

• Start simple. You don’t need to do everything at once. Use a few great products consistently before adding more. Listen to your skin. If it craves more hydration, layer on the moisture; if it’s flaring up, find the culprit through a process of elimination. Everyone’s skin is different and has unique needs, and yours is counting on you to take care of it.

• Lifestyle counts. Hydration, nutrition, sleep, and movement are just as important as what’s in your bathroom cabinet. 

Final Thoughts 

A great routine doesn’t have to be complicated—it just has to make sense for you. Following your body’s rhythm, applying products in the right order, and using formulas that support both your skin and your overall wellness? That’s skin longevity done right.

And if you’re ever unsure where to start, we’ve got you. Slide into our inbox at hello@timebeam.com for personalized tips or help building your routine.

Next stop: long-term glow.