Building the Perfect Skincare Routine

A Balanced Approach to Skin Wellness in Buckhead

At Skinship, we believe that skincare is more than just a routine—it’s a daily ritual of self-care, balance, and long-term skin health.

In-office treatments like Botox, microneedling, and PRF can transform your skin, but what you do at home plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing those results.

But here’s the key: not all skincare is created equal. Medical-grade products deliver higher concentrations of active ingredients, better absorption, and clinically proven results, making them far more effective than over-the-counter options. Investing in medical-grade skincare means investing in real, visible results.

A thoughtful, effective skincare routine doesn’t need to be complicated. It’s about choosing the right products that work with your skin, supporting both its regenerative and preventative needs. Whether you’re just starting your skincare journey or refining your regimen, here’s how to build a simple yet effective routine for radiant, youthful skin.

Your Essential Skincare Routine: Simple & Effective

A great skincare routine is built on consistency and high-quality ingredients. You don’t need a laundry list of products and steps for beautiful skin. Think of your routine as the foundation of healthy, glowing skin: protect during the day, repair at night.

Morning Routine: Protect & Prevent

1. Cleanser – Start with a gentle, effective cleanser to remove impurities and prep your skin for the day. A balanced cleanser gets your skin clean without stripping its natural barrier, ensuring a healthy complexion. Depending on your skin type and concerns, you can opt for one with active ingredients or go for something more gentle to let your other steps shine.

Some of our favorites? This luxe foaming face wash that is gentle enough for all skin types and feels like an at-home spa treatment while this papaya exfoliating cleanser uses antioxidants and salicylic acid to brighten for an instant glow.

2. Vitamin C Serum – A powerful antioxidant, Vitamin C brightens the skin, evens skin tone, and protects against free radical damage that causes premature aging. It also enhances SPF protection, making it an essential step in your morning routine. This is a must-have in any well-rounded anti-aging routine.

Medical-grade is the only option here! Choose an effective, but gentle formulation in an airless pump to prevent oxidation over time. If you’re acne prone, choose this one. If you are more sensitive, Alto is for you!

3. SPF (Sunscreen) – The ultimate anti-aging and preventative skincare product. Daily sunscreen use protects against UV damage, slows signs of aging, and prevents hyperpigmentation. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen you love with SPF 30 or greater (we love 50+) and make it a non-negotiable step every morning by choosing one that fits your skin type and routine. There are invisible options, some with a sheer tint to blur imperfections, and others with more coverage or a glowy base so you can replace your makeup with skincare that actually improves your skin instead of just covering and clogging pores.

✨ Why it matters: This simple morning routine helps maintain skin clarity, supports collagen production, and protects against sun exposure and environmental stressors—all essential for keeping your skin youthful and radiant.

Night Routine: Repair & Regenerate

1. Cleanser – At the end of the day, cleansing removes makeup, SPF, and daily buildup, allowing your skin to breathe and absorb active ingredients more effectively. Double cleanse if needed to start with a fresh, clean base!

Our favorite gel cleanser for dissolving dirt and makeup with a refreshing tingle - right here!

2. Retinol or Retinoid – The gold-standard ingredient for skin renewal, retinol (or prescription retinoids) accelerates cell turnover, smooths fine lines, refines texture, clears acne, and improves overall tone. Start slowly (2-3 times per week) and build up as your skin adjusts. These are definitely not one-size-fits-all, so if you need helping choosing which form is right for you, let us help guide you!

For sensitive skin and rosacea - DEJ Night Cream is our favorite to get the benefits of retinol without irritation

For normal skin types - AlphaRet is your perfect one-step night routine

For oily or acne prone - AlphaRet Clearing Serum combines retinol and exfoliating acids for glowing skin and squeaky clean pores

Interested in a prescription option? Come see us for a skincare consultation where we can make recommendations tailored to you, including writing prescriptions if recommended.

Pregnant? No retinol or retinoids for you, but lucky for you, we have just the thing!

3. Moisturizer – Hydration is essential, even for oily or acne-prone skin. A nourishing, barrier-supporting moisturizer locks in moisture and soothes the skin, helping to counteract any dryness from your retinol.

✨ Why it matters: This nighttime routine focuses on cellular repair, collagen stimulation, and deep hydration, setting the stage for smooth, healthy skin that looks its best.

Enhance Your Routine with Targeted Add-Ons

Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can personalize your routine with products that address specific skin concerns:

✔ Under-Eye Care – A gentle, hydrating eye cream with peptides or caffeine helps reduce puffiness, fine lines, and dark circles, perfect for a refreshed, well-rested look. For a lightweight serum, we love this serum from Epionce and for more of a rich, hydrating cream that treats fine lines and wrinkles, go for Skinbetter’s Interfuse Eye Cream.

✔ Brown Spot Correction – Address hyperpigmentation and sun damage with our favorite Even Tone Serum that brightens and evens out skin tone. Bonus points for being pregnancy safe and the perfect product to pair with your daily SPF to mitigate stubborn melasma.

✔ Hydration Boosters – If your skin is in need of extra moisture, try adding a hyaluronic acid serum or barrier-repair mask to plump and restore hydration levels, keeping your skin dewy even with the changing seasons.

✔ Exfoliation – A weekly exfoliating treatment (like AHAs or BHAs) keeps skin smooth, unclogs pores, and enhances product absorption, making it a must for anyone looking for clear, glowing skin. We love Skinbetter AlphaRet Clearing Serum to combine exfoliation with your retinol in one simple step or for more sensitive types, a weekly wash with an exfoliating cleanser like the Revision Papaya Enzyme Cleanser is a gentle way to start the week with a clean slate.

Consistency + In-Office Treatments = The Best Results

While skincare is essential, professional treatments at Skinship amplify and accelerate your results. Think of your at-home routine as daily maintenance, while in-office treatments provide deeper correction and regeneration. Here are some of our favorite treatments that we offer at our flagship location in Buckhead paired with the ideal products to boost your results at home.

✨ For texture and acne scarring - Microneedling & PRP + Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Clearing Serum

✨ For dullness and discoloration - Chemical Peels + Skinbetter Science Even Tone Serum

✨ For fine lines and wrinkles - Botox and Dysport + Revision Revox Line Relaxer Serum

✨ For beautiful skin quality and prevention - Sculptra + Colorescience Flex SPF

✨ For tired under eyes - PRF injections + Skinbetter Science Interfuse Eye Cream

✨ For beautiful, hydrated lips - Lip filler + Revision Youthfull Lip Replenisher

Combining a personalized skincare regimen with in-office treatments ensures that your skin is always at its healthiest—balanced, radiant, and effortlessly refreshed.

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This post was created with and medically reviewed by our lead clinician, Kayla Walker, PA-C. Kayla is a board-certified Physician Assistant with 6 years of experience. Kayla is an expert in building individualized medical-grade skincare regimens for her patients’ individualized skin type and concerns at Skinship in Atlanta.