If you’ve ever stood in front of your bathroom mirror holding several skincare products and wondering, “What goes first?”—you are far from alone. Even seasoned skincare enthusiasts occasionally feel uncertain about the correct order of application. The truth is, product sequencing matters significantly. It’s not about the number of products in your routine; it’s about applying the right products in the right order so your skin can fully benefit from each step.

This comprehensive guide breaks down the dermatologist-recommended routine and shows you how to use the Jorovi Beauty Set, a complete six-step system: cleanser, toner, serum, eye cream, moisturizer, and sunscreen. Each product plays a precise role in supporting your skin’s health, clarity, and radiance.

Why Skincare Order Matters

Trying to apply skincare out of order is a bit like trying to frost a cake before it’s baked—it simply won’t work. Every product has a specific function and ideal place in your routine.

✔ Light, water-based formulas go first

These absorb quickly and deliver ingredients directly to your skin.

✔ Thicker creams go last

Heavier products lock everything in and reinforce your skin barrier.

✔ Sunscreen always finishes your daytime routine

It must sit on top of all other steps to properly shield your skin from UV damage.

This isn’t guesswork—there is real science behind it.

The Science Behind Proper Layering 

Your skin absorbs products based on:

1. Molecular Size

Small molecules (found in serums) penetrate deeper.

2. Texture

Liquid → lightweight → cream → occlusive.

3. Occlusiveness

Thicker textures seal previous layers, anchoring hydration in place. 

A study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology showed that properly layered products improve hydration and ingredient penetration.
Another study published in Dermatologic Therapy confirmed that serums reach deeper layers of skin due to the molecular structure of their actives—but only when applied before heavier creams.

In other words:
When you apply products in the correct order, your skin performs better.

Your Step-by-Step Routine Using the Jorovi Beauty Set

1. Cleanser — Reset and Purify

Cleansing is the foundation of every effective skincare routine. Throughout the day and night, your skin collects:

• Environmental debris

• Excess oil

• Sweat

• Dead skin cells

• Makeup residue

A gentle yet effective cleanser is essential for clearing the surface so treatment products can penetrate properly.

How to use:

Massage onto damp skin for 30–60 seconds. Rinse with lukewarm water. Pat dry.

Why it matters:

Cleansed skin absorbs treatments more effectively and maintains a balanced, refined look.

The Jorovi Cleanser delivers a clean, refreshed base without disrupting your skin barrier.

2. Toner — Rebalance and Prime

Today’s toners focus on hydration and balance—no harsh alcohols, no stripping. The Jorovi Toner preps the skin, soothes, and enhances absorption of your serum.

How to use:

Apply using your hands or a cotton pad. Press gently into the skin.

Why it matters:

Toner acts as your first layer of hydration—an essential step for smooth, plump, receptive skin.

3. Serum — Concentrated Treatment at Its Best

Serums deliver high concentrations of active ingredients designed to target specific concerns: tone, texture, radiance, fine lines, hydration, and more.

The Jorovi Serum, formulated with brightening and strengthening actives such as niacinamide, elevates the entire routine.

How to use:

Apply 3–5 drops to fingertips and gently press into the skin.

Why it matters:

Serums penetrate deeper than creams, driving visible, targeted improvements. This is your most potent treatment step.

4. Eye Cream — Precision Care for a Delicate Area

The area around the eyes is significantly thinner and more sensitive than the rest of the face. It requires a dedicated formula to prevent irritation while addressing puffiness, dryness, and fine lines.

The Jorovi Eye Cream delivers lightweight, targeted hydration.

How to use:

Using your ring finger, tap lightly along the orbital bone.

Why it matters:

Eye creams deliver results where regular moisturizers cannot, making this a crucial step in your long-term skin health.

5. Moisturizer — Lock In and Reinforce

A well-formulated moisturizer seals hydration, strengthens your skin barrier, and prevents moisture loss. Even oily skin needs this step daily.

The Jorovi Moisturizer offers balanced hydration without heaviness.

How to use:

Apply a thin, even layer to face and neck using upward motions.

Why it matters:

This step locks in all the benefits of your previous steps and supports barrier function—key to healthy, resilient skin.

6. Sunscreen — Unmatched Daytime Protection

No daytime routine is complete without sunscreen. UV exposure is responsible for 80–90% of visible aging, including wrinkles, dark spots, loss of elasticity, and dullness.

The Jorovi Sunscreen provides broad-spectrum protection with a lightweight, non-greasy finish.

How to use:

Apply two fingers’ worth of sunscreen to your face and neck. Reapply as needed.

Why it matters:

Sunscreen is your single most important anti-aging step. It must be applied last to form a protective shield.

Your Night Routine: Repair, Restore, Recover

Your skin works hardest at night to repair and regenerate. Your PM routine mirrors the AM routine—minus sunscreen.

Your nighttime sequence:

Cleanser → Toner → Serum → Eye Cream → Moisturizer

At night, your products absorb more efficiently, supporting visible improvements in texture, tone, and hydration.

Why the Jorovi System Works

The Jorovi Beauty Set is designed as a cohesive system, eliminating confusion and product incompatibility. It offers:

✔ Clear numerical labeling
✔ Professional-grade formulations
✔ Gentle, effective ingredients
✔ Steps that complement rather than compete with one another
✔ A complete AM and PM routine in one set

Whether you’re a skincare beginner or someone with a more advanced routine, the Jorovi system keeps things simple, structured, and truly effective.

Consistency: The Secret to Transformation

Healthy, radiant skin is not the result of occasional effort—it is the result of daily consistency. When you apply products in the correct order with repetition, your skin responds with:

• Improved clarity

• Balanced hydration

• Strengthened barrier

• Reduced sensitivity

• Enhanced radiance

• Steadier oil production

• A smoother, more refined appearance

The Jorovi Beauty Set helps you maintain this consistency effortlessly.

Beautiful skin thrives on order.

Science Sources

1. Farahnik, B., et al. (2017). “Improving Skin Hydration Through Proper Product Layering.” Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.

2. Lupo, M. & Cole, A. (2007). “Cosmeceutical Peptides.” Dermatologic Therapy.