With so many products and routines out there, skincare can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here at the Spa Village, we believe skincare should be a moment of rest in a hectic day, it should be a fulfilling ritual you actually look forward to.

Today, we’re here to simplify skincare for you with straightforward steps tailored to your skin type, plus product recommendations, because skincare should be a form of rest, not a chore.

Did you know your skin is actually your largest organ and your body’s first line of defence against pollution and bacteria? Skincare isn’t just about wrinkles and acne, but let’s be honest, we all notice the skin on our face, and we all share common concerns like aging, redness, dryness, and breakouts. That’s why establishing a consistent routine tailored to your skin’s needs is so important. Our expert Spa Village team is here to simplify that routine and help you discover what works for you. Remember: prevention is always easier than trying to reverse damage later.

Usual Steps of a Skincare Routine and Why We Do Them

Step 1: Cleanser (AM + PM)

Cleansing the skin is super important to remove dirt, oil, and makeup that builds up throughout the day (or overnight). This step helps prevent clogged pores and breakouts, and it also preps your skin to absorb the skincare products that follow.

Step 2: Toner (optional AM + PM)

Toner isn’t always included in every routine, but it can be really important for refreshing the skin and restoring its pH balance. Toners often come with different benefits like hydration, exfoliation, and helping with overall better product absorption.

Toners today are formulated in a much more skin-friendly way than in the past. They help support your skin, not strip it. A toner can be helpful if your skin feels tight or dry after cleansing.

Step 3: Serum (AM + PM)

This is your targeting step, serums address your main skin concern. They contain concentrated ingredients like vitamin C for brightening or hyaluronic acid for hydration. You might see these ingredients in other products like cleansers or moisturizers, but serums deliver a much higher concentration and are formulated to penetrate deeper into the skin. That’s what makes them so effective for treating issues like dullness or uneven texture.

Step 4: Moisturizer (AM + PM)

Moisturizer hydrates the skin and locks in moisture, which is crucial for every skin type, even oily. This step supports your skin’s barrier and when your barrier is strong, it helps protect against environmental stressors that can lead to breakouts, dryness, irritation, and signs of aging. If your barrier is compromised, no amount of skincare will work the way it’s supposed to.

A common misconception is that oily skin doesn’t need moisturizer, but in reality, most oily skin is actually dehydrated. When your skin is lacking moisture, it will often overproduce oil to make up for it, so skipping this step can actually make things worse.

Step 5: Sunscreen (AM only)

Sunscreen is one of the most important steps in any skincare routine. It protects your skin from harmful UV rays that cause premature aging, dark spots, and even skin cancer.

This is the most effective way to prevent long-term damage and maintain youthful and healthy skin. Without sunscreen you can pretty much say goodbye to the benefits of all your other products, sun exposure will undo everything you’re trying to improve.

Did You Know?

All the Spa Village’s face and body treatments use Comfort Zone, an entirely vegan and natural range of products. Head to our boutique to discover the products we carry.

A Skincare Routine for Dry Skin

If your skin has been feeling dry, tight, or irritated, sometimes even flaky or rough, that’s a sign your skin barrier needs some love. A hydrating and nourishing routine is just what your skin is looking for to feel comfortable and healthy again. Follow along with this routine, and don’t worry, we’ve got Comfort Zone product recommendations to make it easy.

Step 1: Essential Milk Cleanser

A gentle, creamy cleanser formulated with betaine to help keep your skin hydrated and healthy while gently removing dirt and impurities.

Step 2: Essential Toner

An alcohol-free toner with soothing ingredients like aloe vera and witch hazel that restore the skin’s natural pH, helping your skin absorb the next products better.

Step 3: Hydramemory Serum

A hydrating serum formulated with hyaluronic acid to deliver moisture back into your skin and provide a healthy and plump look.

Step 4: Hydramemory Rich Sorbet Cream

A rich cream formulated with hyaluronic acid and prickly pear extract to lock in moisture and strengthen your skin barrier.

Hydramemory Depuff Eye Cream can be added into this step as well. It is formulated with caffeine and hyaluronic acid and helps in reducing puffiness and dryness.

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

We recommend the Classic face care treatment with one of our professional estheticians. They will evaluate your skin and select products tailored to your needs.

If your body is feeling flaky or dry you can try our Himalayan salt stone treatment. Natural Himalayan salt and stones are used to exfoliate and smooth your skin and the treatment is finished with a moisturizer that leaves your skin feeling soft and renewed.

BOOK TREATMENTS FOR DRY SKIN

A Skincare Routine for Oily Skin

Oily skin can feel shiny, congested, and prone to breakouts, but by following a routine with the right products you can balance oil production and keep the skin feeling fresh. Allow us to guide you through a routine that focuses on controlling excess oil, and clearing clogged pores while keeping your skin hydrated.

Step 1: Active Pureness Gel

A foaming cleanser formulated with 3% gluconolactone to deeply cleanse the skin and remove excess oil from the pores.

Step 2: Active Pureness Toner

A gentle and exfoliating toner formulated with mangosteen extract to purify and soothe oily skin, along with gluconolactone that gently exfoliates and refines skin texture.

Step 3: Serum Options

This is where you can personalize your routine based on what your skin needs. Just because your skin is oily doesn’t always mean you’re breaking out. Here are two serum options depending on your main concern:

Active Pureness Corrector is a serum with glycolic and mandelic acid that helps reduce inflammation and clear breakouts without drying your skin. It’s great for spot treating pimples and calming congestion.

If you’re oily but not breaking out, the Hydramemory Water Source Serum is a lightweight and oil-free serum with hyaluronic acid to help hydrate your skin without clogging pores or adding shine. Even oily skin can feel dry after cleansing and toning so this serum helps keep your skin balanced and healthy.

Step 4: Hydramemory Light Sorbet Cream

A super-light gel moisturizer formulated with hyaluronic acid and prickly pear extract that provides refreshing hydration without heaviness or shine.

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

The Classic face care is perfect for all skin types because our estheticians will assess your skin and hand-select the best products to deeply cleanse, balance oil, and calm breakouts.

If you’re looking for something new and detoxifying, try our Foresta face care. This facial uses products from the Skin Regimen line, known for its detoxifying benefits and ability to draw out impurities.

BOOK TREATMENTS FOR OILY SKIN

A Skincare Routine for Aging Skin

As we age our skin needs extra care to stay hydrated, firm, and youthful. This routine is formulated to nourish mature skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Step 1: Cleanser

We recommend the Essential Cleansing Milk if your skin is dry or sensitive, and the Essential Face Wash if you prefer a light foam and a deeper cleanse. Both contain betaine to help maintain hydration and support the skin’s barrier which is key for keeping aging skin plump and healthy.

Step 2: Sublime Skin Intensive Serum

A firming and anti-aging serum that helps reduce the look of wrinkles and fine lines. It’s formulated with biomimetic hexapeptide for a lifting effect and achillea millefolium extract, which is known for its anti-aging benefits.

Step 3: Sublime Skin Cream

A rich and nourishing moisturizer that helps plump, smooth, and brighten mature skin. It contains hyaluronic acid to reduce the look of fine lines and firming peptides to boost skin’s elasticity for a more youthful appearance.

Eye cream can be added into this step using the Sublime Eye Cream to firm and smooth the skin around your eyes with natural ingredients like caffeine and plantago extract.

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

We recommend booking the Lumea facial for mature skin. Our professional estheticians will combine Comfort Zone’s Sublime Skin line with a plumping and lifting facial massage to target fine lines, loss of firmness, and dullness.

BOOK THE LUMEA FACE CARE

No matter your skin type or routine, applying sunscreen every morning is essential. It will protect your skin from harmful UV rays, prevent premature aging, and help keep your skin healthy.

Written by Sophia Lourenco

Licensed Esthetician at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

Chelsea

Winnipeg

Whitby

A Beginner’s Guide to Skincare

Usual Steps of a Skincare Routine and Why We Do Them

Step 1: Cleanser (AM + PM)

Step 2: Toner (optional AM + PM)

Step 3: Serum (AM + PM)

Step 4: Moisturizer (AM + PM)

Step 5: Sunscreen (AM only)

Did You Know?

A Skincare Routine for Dry Skin

Step 1: Essential Milk Cleanser

Step 2: Essential Toner

Step 3: Hydramemory Serum

Step 4: Hydramemory Rich Sorbet Cream

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

A Skincare Routine for Oily Skin

Step 1: Active Pureness Gel

Step 2: Active Pureness Toner

Step 3: Serum Options

Step 4: Hydramemory Light Sorbet Cream

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

A Skincare Routine for Aging Skin

Step 1: Cleanser

Step 2: Sublime Skin Intensive Serum

Step 3: Sublime Skin Cream

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

Written by Sophia Lourenco

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A Beginner’s Guide to Skincare

Usual Steps of a Skincare Routine and Why We Do Them

Step 1: Cleanser (AM + PM)

Step 2: Toner (optional AM + PM)

Step 3: Serum (AM + PM)

Step 4: Moisturizer (AM + PM)

Step 5: Sunscreen (AM only)

Did You Know?

A Skincare Routine for Dry Skin

Step 1: Essential Milk Cleanser

Step 2: Essential Toner

Step 3: Hydramemory Serum

Step 4: Hydramemory Rich Sorbet Cream

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A Skincare Routine for Oily Skin

Step 1: Active Pureness Gel

Step 2: Active Pureness Toner

Step 3: Serum Options

Step 4: Hydramemory Light Sorbet Cream

Professional Spa Treatment Recommendations at Thermea Spa Village Whitby

A Skincare Routine for Aging Skin

Step 1: Cleanser

Step 2: Sublime Skin Intensive Serum

Step 3: Sublime Skin Cream

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Step 1: Cleanser (AM + PM)

Step 2: Toner (optional AM + PM)

Step 3: Serum (AM + PM)

Step 4: Moisturizer (AM + PM)

Step 5: Sunscreen (AM only)

Step 1: Essential Milk Cleanser

Step 2: Essential Toner

Step 3: Hydramemory Serum

Step 4: Hydramemory Rich Sorbet Cream

Step 1: Active Pureness Gel

Step 2: Active Pureness Toner

Step 3: Serum Options

Step 4: Hydramemory Light Sorbet Cream

Step 1: Cleanser

Step 2: Sublime Skin Intensive Serum

Step 3: Sublime Skin Cream