Your Easy Guide to Healthy, Glowing Skin with Expert Tips & Products
Healthy, glowing skin doesn’t happen overnight—and it’s not about using dozens of products either. It’s about building a consistent, thoughtful skincare routine that supports your skin’s natural processes, protects it from daily stressors, and delivers active ingredients in the right way .
Let’s break it down into daily, weekly, and monthly routines—with practical tips and expert product recommendations from BeautyWave.ie featuring trusted formulas by:
Dermaquest and Dermomedica
Morning Evening Weekly Add-Ons Cleanser Double Cleanse Exfoliation (1–2 times/week) Serum (e.g., antioxidant, hydrating) Targeted Serum
(e.g., anti-aging, acne)
Hydrating or brightening mask Moisturizer Night Cream SPF Recommended
(one professional
facial a month)
Morning Routine – Protect, Hydrate & Prepare for the Day
Your morning skincare should focus on defending your skin from environmental damage like pollution, UV rays, and dehydration. Think protection and hydration.
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Cleanser
In the morning, you want to remove sweat, oil, and toxins the skin has released overnight. A gentle cleanser refreshes the skin without stripping it. Try:
- Dermaquest Delicate Cleansing Cream – soothing for dry, sensitive or reactive skin.
- Dermaquest 3D Facia Cleanser - Anti-aging creamy cleanser with peptides and plant stem cells to firm And lift your skin.
- .Dermomedica Gentle Foam Cleansers – balances without irritation like Snail foam cleanser or new TRX Vitamin C Foam Cleanser
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Serum
Lightweight serums in the morning provide active ingredients that help your skin fight off oxidative stress. Focus on hydrating and antioxidant-rich formulas.
Try:- Dermaquest Essential B5 Hydrating Serum – BEST moisturizing serum delivers deep moisture, and smooth dehydrated lines.
- Dermomedica Antioxidant serums with vitamin C - which help to protect from free radicals and bright the skin and boost your collagen production.
3.Morning creams
In the morning, your skin benefits from creams that offer hydration, protection, and antioxidant defense. Choose formulations that strengthen the skin barrier and enhance glow without feeling heavy.Hydration is essential, even if your skin is oily. Try:
Dermomedica Vitamin C Remodeling Cream – an antioxidant-rich moisturiser with stable vitamin C that brightens, firms, and protects the skin from oxidative stress, perfect for dull or aging-prone skin.
Dermomedica Calming Ceramide Cream – packed with ceramides and soothing agents to reduce inflammation, repair the skin barrier, and provide long-lasting hydration—ideal for sensitive or redness-prone skin.
- Dermaquest 3D Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 – a multitasking formula that combines hydration, sun protection, and sheer coverage for a radiant, even-toned finish.
- Dermaquest Essential Moisturizer- is a lightweight yet deeply hydrating cream that restores balance and softness, making it ideal for daily use on all skin types.
📝 Why it matters: Morning skincare creates a barrier between your skin and the environment. Hydration keeps the skin plump and fresh, while antioxidants help reduce damage from UV and pollution.
4. Daily SPF – Your Skin’s Ultimate Anti-Ageing Shield
Sun protection isn’t just for holidays—it's the most powerful step in your daily skincare routine. UV radiation contributes to up to 80% of visible skin aging, including fine lines, pigmentation, and collagen loss. Applying a high-quality SPF daily helps prevent long-term damage, inflammation, and premature aging.
Even on cloudy days or while indoors, UVA rays can penetrate windows and silently degrade your skin. SPF must be your final step in the morning—non-negotiable for anyone serious about skin health.
Recommended products:
Dermaquest SheerZinc SPF 30 (Tinted or Untinted) – a mineral-based sunscreen offering broad-spectrum protection with calming properties, ideal for sensitive, post-treatment, or reactive skin.
Dermomedica Ideal Mineral Cream SPF 50+ – a bestselling, lightweight mineral SPF with a matte, non-comedogenic finish, enriched with soothing and antioxidant ingredients—perfect for daily wear and sensitive skin.
Evening Routine – Cleanse, Treat & Repair
At night, your skin switches into repair mode. This is the time to deeply cleanse and nourish it so your active ingredients can work their magic.
1.Double Cleanse
The first cleanse (ideally with an oil-based , cream ,balm consistency- removes makeup, sunscreen, and surface dirt. The second cleanse actually cleans the skin itself.!!!! This step is essential to avoid congestion, breakouts, and dullness.
Option 1: Dermaquest Duo
Step 1: Dermaquest Cleansing Oil – a gentle yet effective oil cleanser that dissolves makeup, sunscreen, and debris without stripping the skin’s natural barrier.
Step 2: Dermaquest Vitamin C Cleanser – a brightening, antioxidant-rich foaming cleanser that refreshes and revitalizes, suitable for most skin types.
Alternative step 2: Dermaquest MelaQuest Cleanser – ideal for pigmentation-prone or dull skin, containing brightening botanicals and gentle exfoliates.
Option 2: Dermomedica Cleansing Duo
Step 1: Dermomedica Lipid Control Cleanser – an oil-based formula that gently lifts away excess sebum, makeup, and SPF without disrupting the skin’s lipid barrier.
Step 2: Dermomedica Snail Foam Cleanser – enriched with snail filtrate, it calms, hydrates, and purifies the skin with a soft, refreshing foam. Alternative step 2: Dermomedica Vitamin C Foam Cleanser – offers antioxidant protection and light exfoliation for tired, dull skin.
2.Evening Serum- Treat your skin while you sleep!
A well-cleansed skin in the evening creates the perfect base for active serums. At night, your skin enters its most restorative phase, and serums—being the most concentrated part of your routine—allow for focused treatment of specific concerns such as sensitivity, aging, pigmentation, acne, or dehydration.
Here’s how to choose the right serum to support your skin’s individual needs:
For Sensitive, Irritated, or Post-Treatment Skin
Support the skin barrier and calm inflammation with soothing, restorative ingredients.
- Dermomedica B3-LA Healing Serum – niacinamide-based formula that reduces redness, promotes healing, and strengthens sensitivity-prone skin.
- Dermaquest Stem Cell Rebuilding Complex – designed to regenerate and reinforce skin structure using advanced plant stem cells for resilience and calm.
For Aging and Loss of Firmness
Dermaquest Peptide Line Corrector – a powerful blend of peptides to smooth, firm, and visibly lift the skin in 10 days.
Dermomedica Copper Multipeptide Serum – stimulates regeneration and repairs aging skin with copper peptides for strength and tone.
For Brightening and Pigmentation
Fade dark spots, even out skin tone, and reveal a brighter complexion with antioxidant and pigment-correcting actives.
Dermaquest C Infusion Serum – brightens and protects with stable vitamin C, reducing signs of dullness and sun damage.
Dermaquest MelaQuest Serum – targets hyperpigmentation and melasma with clinically proven brightening actives for a luminous finish.
For Acne-Prone and Congested Skin
Reduce inflammation, decongestant pores, and prevent breakouts without stripping the skin.
- Dermaquest DermaClear Serum – infused with salicylic acid and botanicals to clarify, balance oil, and purify blemish-prone skin.
- Dermomedica Snail Serum – combines healing snail mucin and anti-inflammatory benefits for calming and repairing acne-damaged skin.
For Dehydrated and Dry Skin
Replenish moisture, improve texture,keep the moist for longer
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Dermaquest Essential B5 Hydrating Serum– best-selling, hyaluronic acid-based serum that locks in moisture and visibly plumps the skin.
3.Evening Moisturizers – Seal in Repair, Lock in Results
Evening moisturizers are the final, essential step in your PM routine. After applying your serum, a targeted moisturizer helps seal in the actives, strengthen the skin barrier, and deliver nourishment while you sleep. The right cream depends on your current skin needs—whether it's calming, brightening, hydrating, or anti-aging.
Here are expertly chosen moisturizers to match various concerns:
For Anti-Aging and Firming
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Dermaquest Peptide Rich Cream – deeply nourishing and firming, powered by advanced peptides to smooth lines and support collagen.
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Dermomedica Copper Cream – luxurious, regenerative night cream enriched with copper peptides to boost elasticity, density, and repair.
For Sensitive, Irritated, or Post-Treatment Skin
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Dermomedica Barrier Recovery Balm – ultra-soothing balm ideal after treatments or during inflammation, restoring and protecting the skin’s barrier.
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Dermomedica Calming Ceramide Cream – rich in ceramides and calming actives to soothe redness, sensitivity, or post-procedure dryness.
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For Oily or Young Skin
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Dermaquest Essential Moisturizer – lightweight, non-comedogenic hydration that balances sebum and keeps youthful or acne-prone skin moisturised without heaviness.
- Dermomedica B3 TRX Cream is a multifunctional, repair-and-brighten night treatment infused with tranexamic acid, niacinamide, squalane, and beta‑glucan—designed to soothe inflammation, fade pigmentation, deeply hydrate, and reinforce the skin's moisture barrier
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For Brightening and Uneven Skin Tone
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Dermaquest MelaQuest Cream (with Cystamine) – advanced brightening night cream designed to reduce pigmentation and melasma safely and effectively.
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Dermomedica Vitamin C Remodeling Cream – an antioxidant-rich moisturizer with stable vitamin C that brightens, firms, and protects the skin from oxidative stress, perfect for dull or aging-prone skin.
📝 Why it matters: Cleansing properly allows your active ingredients to penetrate. Evening is the best time to use treatments like peptides, retinoids, or acids, as the skin isn’t exposed to sunlight and has time to heal.
Weekly Routine – Intensive Care to Boost Skin Performance
Once or twice a week, incorporate exfoliation and targeted treatments to keep the skin smooth, clear, and balanced.
Exfoliation (1–2x/week)
Regular exfoliation removes dead skin cells and stimulates renewal, improving skin tone and the absorption of active ingredients.
Recommended products:
Dermaquest Peptide Glyco Cleanser – anti-aging gentle AHA exfoliation combined with peptides.
Dermaquest Algae Gel Scrub -gently exfoliates and detoxifies skin using natural algae and fine particles, leaving your complexion smooth and refreshed.
Face Masks (1–2x/week)
Masks deliver intensive actives to target specific concerns such as dehydration, inflammation, or dullness.
Recommended products:
Dermaquest- C Ifusion TX Mask has a very light, non-greasy consistency that can be used as a nourishing night cream alternative. It’s ideal for brightening and revitalizing the skin without causing congestion, making it suitable even for oily or combination skin types. Use once a week or more as needed to boost radiance and deliver powerful antioxidant protection.
Dermomedica Nanocellulose Masks are advanced, medical-grade sheet masks made from ultrafine nanocellulose fibers that perfectly adhere to the skin, ensuring deep absorption of active ingredients. Whether you're looking for hydration, anti-aging, calming, brightening, or post-treatment recovery—there's a tailored option for every skin need.
Choose from:
Anti-Aging Mask – rich in peptides and antioxidants to firm and smooth fine lines.
Healing Mask – soothing and restorative, ideal post-treatment or for sensitized skin.
Azelaic Acid Mask – perfect for acne-prone or redness-prone skin to calm and even tone.
These masks are easy to use, non-messy, and offer professional-level results at home—making them an ideal weekly boost to your skincare routine.
📅 Monthly Routine – Professional Treatments for Optimal Skin Health
Home care lays the foundation, but professional treatments elevate your results by working deeper within the skin layers.
Suggested in-clinic treatments (every 4–6 weeks):
Chemical Peels – stimulate cell turnover, target pigmentation and acne
Regular facial with active serums – enhances collagen production and ingredient delivery
Oxygen Therapies – detoxify and energize the skin
- All treatments menu available on our website WWW.beautywave.ie
These treatments, when combined with home care using Dermaquest and Dermomedica products, can significantly improve chronic skin concerns such as rosacea, acne, hyperpigmentation, and early aging signs.
🌿 Supporting Skin from Within
To truly support skin health, topical care must be combined with internal wellness.
Hydration: Drink at least 1.5–2 litres of water daily
Nutrition: Prioritise a diet rich in antioxidants (berries, leafy greens), healthy fats (omega-3s), and lean protein
Lifestyle: Sleep, stress management, and avoiding smoking or excessive sugar make a visible difference
Consistency: A professional-grade routine done consistently outperforms any “quick fix”
Final Words – Skincare Made Simple, Step by Step
Building a skincare routine doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. The most important thing is to start slowly and listen to your skin. Begin with the essentials: a gentle cleanser, a nourishing moisturizer, and a broad-spectrum SPF during the day. These form the foundation of healthy skin.
Once your skin feels comfortable and balanced, you can gradually introduce additional products—like a targeted serum for your specific concern.
Not sure where to start with your skincare? We're here to help!
Book a free consultation by texting or calling us at
086 445 6848 – let’s find the perfect routine for your skin.
Remember: consistency is key. Even the best products won’t work if they aren’t used regularly and correctly.
