Chris’ Skincare Routine and Why It Works
If you have ever stood in front of your bathroom mirror wondering whether you’re using the right products or applying them in the right order, you’re not alone.
Many people want a skincare routine that truly supports their skin, but feel overwhelmed by trends, conflicting advice, and routines that seem unrealistic for everyday life. Even with quality products, it can be hard to know what actually makes a difference.
A consistent morning skincare routine sets the tone for how your skin looks and feels all day. When products are chosen thoughtfully and layered with intention, they support hydration, protection, and balance without adding unnecessary steps.
This article walks through the skincare routine of our owner, Chris Klueh, and explains why each step is essential. It also highlights how medical-grade guidance can help you create a personalized routine designed for your skin.
Why a Consistent Morning Routine Matters
Your morning skincare routine prepares your complexion to handle everything the day brings, including environmental stress, dehydration, and sun exposure. When your skin starts the day supported and protected, it tends to look healthier and respond better to treatments over time.
Consistency is what allows products to do their job. Skincare works best when it is used regularly, in the right order, and with a clear purpose behind each step.
Morning Products Support All-Day Skin Health
Morning products focus on hydration, protection, and balance. Lightweight moisture helps skin stay comfortable; antioxidants support brightness and resilience, and daily sun care protects against long-term damage. Together, these steps help your skin maintain a healthy baseline throughout the day.
Professional Choices Reduce Guesswork
When products are carefully selected by a professional, each one serves a specific role. This prevents unnecessary overlap, reduces irritation, and helps your routine feel manageable rather than overwhelming.
Chris’ Morning Routine Step-by-Step
Understanding how products work together is easier when you can see a real routine in action. Chris’ morning routine shows how thoughtful layering supports skin health without adding extra steps.
Step 1: Cleanse and Refresh
Chris’ morning begins with iS Clinical Cleansing Complex. A gentle cleanse removes overnight buildup like oil and sweat while respecting the skin barrier. Since it has a built-in toner, the pH of the skin is not compromised. This step creates a clean surface so the rest of her products can be absorbed properly.
Step 2: Brighten and Defend
iS Clinical GeneXC Serum adds antioxidant support to help brighten the skin and defend against daily environmental stress. Antioxidants work best when applied in the morning, where they support the skin throughout the day. The serum stays in the skin for 24 hours.
Step 3: Hydrate and Calm
Next comes iS Clinical Hydra-Cool Serum. Lightweight hydration helps soothe the skin and adds comfort without heaviness. This step also prepares skin for active ingredients applied afterward by maintaining the moisture barrier of the skin.
Step 4: Support the Barrier
Biopelle Stem Cell Cream provides balanced daytime moisture. This step helps the skin stay comfortable and supported under sunscreen and makeup. The CellPro technology is clinically proven to assist stem cell function by promoting new healthy skin cells. It reinforces the skin’s integrity, and increases radiance, firmness & smoothness.
Step 5: Care for the Eye Area
Obagi Rejuvenating Eye Gel Cream brings an immediate radiance boost with depuffing and hydration that lasts 24 hours.
Step 6 Protect with Daily Sun Care
The routine finishes with iS Clinical Extreme Protect SPF 30. Daily sun protection is a foundational part of skin health and supports long-term results from every other product you use.
Chris’ Evening Routine Step-by-Step
While morning care focuses on protection, nighttime care supports repair and renewal. Evening routines allow for richer hydration and targeted treatments that work while sleeping.
Step 1: Cleanse and Reset
The evening cleanse includes iS Clinical Cleansing Complex to remove makeup, sunscreen, and debris from the day. A thorough cleanse creates the foundation for nighttime treatments.
Step 2: Hydrate and Soothe
iS Clinical Hydra-Cool Serum follows to replenish hydration and calm the skin before stronger treatments are applied.
Step 3: Encourage Cell Turnover
Obagi Tretinoin 0.05% Cream supports skin renewal and texture over time. Since retinoids are powerful, professional guidance helps determine the right strength and usage for your skin.
Step 4: Restore Overnight Moisture
Société Hydration Complex provides light moisture to support the skin barrier overnight by increasing collagen and elastin production. This step helps reduce dryness and supports recovery while you sleep.
Step 5: Care for the Eye Area
Targeted eye care finishes the routine using Biopelle Stem Cell Eye Cream to replenish skin cells and combat signs of aging around the eye area by improving the appearance of crow’s feet, dark circles, and under-eye puffiness.
Why These Products Work Well Together
This routine works because each step has a clear purpose. Nothing is added without intention, and nothing competes with the step before it.
Smart Layering Supports Absorption
Applying products from the lightest to the richest helps skin absorb ingredients effectively. This order allows active products to perform as intended before heavier creams seal everything in.
Each Step Serves a Defined Role
The routine avoids redundancy by addressing hydration, protection, and renewal separately. This clarity keeps skincare effective and sustainable.
Medical-Grade Formulas Support Consistency
Medical-grade products deliver reliable results because they are formulated with purposeful ingredients and concentrations. This reliability supports long-term consistency.
Products Chris Trusts for Treatments and Special Moments
Some products are best reserved for specific situations rather than daily use. These targeted tools support recovery and preparation when skin needs extra care.
Post-Microneedling Recovery Support
Biopelle Tensage 40 Ampoules support skin recovery after treatments with concentrated growth factor benefits for helping reinforce the skin’s repair process in as little as 24 hours.
Pre-Event Skin Preparation
Biopelle Tensage 50 Ampoules offer targeted support before special events, helping skin appear firmer and more refreshed. This intensive treatment serum provides high levels of concentrated growth factor, peptides, and brightening agents for a fast and dramatic improvement of the skin.
How to Personalize a Routine Like Chris’
Chris’ routine provides a framework, not a one-size-fits-all plan. Personalization is what makes skincare truly effective.
Identify Your Top Skin Priorities
Start by identifying your main concerns. Common priorities include dryness, uneven texture, sensitivity, or signs of aging.
Build the Foundation Before Adding Steps
Most routines begin with four core steps:
- Cleanser
- Treatment serum
- Moisturizer
- Sunscreen
Once this foundation is solid, additional products can be added thoughtfully.
Build a Routine You Enjoy with Pellé Medical Skincare
At Pellé Medical Skincare, our clinicians help you understand what your skin needs. Personalized recommendations bring clarity to your routine and help you feel confident in every step you take.
When your skincare routine fits your skin and your life, consistency becomes easier and results feel more achievable. Schedule your consultation today to build a routine designed with your skin in mind.