Dot & Key Skincare Guide: Building a Simple Routine

Dot & Key is an Indian skincare brand known for fruity, colourful packaging and products built around popular ingredients like vitamin C, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. Its sunscreens and lip balms in particular have a loyal following.

If you are new to skincare, the easiest approach is to start small and add products one at a time.

A simple three-step routine

• Cleanse — a gentle face wash morning and night.
• Treat or hydrate — one serum that matches your main concern, followed by a moisturiser.
• Protect — sunscreen every morning, even indoors or on cloudy days.

Choosing the right serum

Vitamin C serums are popular for dullness and uneven tone, niacinamide for oil control and the look of pores, and hyaluronic acid for hydration. Pick one concern to start with and use it consistently for several weeks before judging results. Patch-test any new product on a small area first.

Why sunscreen matters most

Daily sun protection helps prevent tanning and premature signs of ageing, and it protects the results of everything else in your routine. Choose a texture you will actually enjoy wearing — gel formats tend to suit oily skin, creamier ones suit dry skin — and reapply when you are outdoors for long periods.

Save on your routine

Bundles and minis are a low-risk way to try a product before buying full size. Stock up on everyday basics like sunscreen and lip balm during sales, and avoid buying several new actives at once so you know what is working.

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