Blog Post

What is Skin Cycling

Victoria Hayes • Jan 25, 2023

Skin Cycling the right way.

As a Skin Specialist in Alsager, Cheshire, I have had many conversations with clients recently about the Latest Skincare Trend: Skin Cycling.

Skin Cycling was made popular by Dermatologist Dr Whitney Bowe in late 2022 and has become the new preferred ‘skincare routine of choice’. 

But what is Skin Cycling? 

Essentially, it’s a seven day skincare routine whereby you introduce active products on certain days within a week and the cycle includes recovery days to help prevent overprocessing the skin. 

For example; using retinoids (vitamin A) every other night and acid based products or skin barrier repair products on the other nights. Rather than applying strong actives every night, your weekly routine has ‘rest days’, so as not to overload the skin with daily strong actives. 

I have to agree with Dr Bowe when she said. “There’s been so much confusion surrounding how to layer active ingredients. Particularly on social media. The answers are all over the place and we are seeing angry, irritated skin as a result.” 

So the advice is instead of piling more products on top of each other, skin cycling encourages people to use products strategically so that they actually complement one another, Dr Bowe says. 

In my Alsager Skin Clinic, I regularly see inflamed skins where the skin barrier has been really compromised and is red and angry. Most of the time wrong homecare products have been used and at very high percentages of active ingredients on a daily basis, causing the skin barrier to become damaged. 

My recommendations for healthy, calm skin.

I always recommend pairing products back and to stick to a skin-loving cleanser like the Dermaviduals cleansing milk and a soothing moisturiser.  Again the Dermaviduals is a good choice.

Of course, no two skins are the same so each client will have different needs, so every other night for a retinoid might be too much.  Essentially if you are new to retinoids and/or acids, just start with twice a week for a fortnight and then build up to every other night.

If there's no irritation then continue on this routine. 

Of course, I am here to help you with all your skin concerns and issues and if you'd like to book a consultation then
CLICK HERE and fill out the contact form or give me a call on 07810 773532.

Take care


Vicky x



by Victoria Hayes 25 Jul, 2024
Get your Summer Must Haves from The Renew Skin Clinic showcasing our fave Summer treatments and products for you to take away too.
by Victoria Hayes 04 Jul, 2024
But with the sun’s rays, humidity, and increased outdoor activities, your skin needs extra care to stay radiant and healthy. Here at The Renew Skin Clinic Cheshire, I’m excited to share my top tips and product recommendations for achieving glowing summer skin. Follow this easy guide to keep your complexion fresh, hydrated, and protected all season long.
by Victoria Hayes 26 Jun, 2024
The complete lowdown on Glycolic Acid from what you should use and how to use it.
by Victoria Hayes 24 May, 2024
Navigating Rosacea and Menopause doesn't have to be a lonely place. Read my latest post on how you can get treatments in and outside of the Clinic.
Skin Therapist Cheshire
by Victoria Hayes 25 Jan, 2023
As a Skin Specialist in Cheshire, I have had many conversations with clients recently about the Latest Skincare Trend: Skin Cycling. Skin Cycling was made popular by Dermatologist Dr Whitney Bowe in late 2022 and has become the new preferred ‘skincare routine of choice’. But what is Skin Cycling?
by Victoria Hayes 24 May, 2022
As a Skin Specialist I am aware of the impact poor mental health has on the skin. As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, I wanted to highlight this and give you some of my top suggestions on how we can improve our skin and not want to hide away.
Rosacea Treatments & Advice Cheshire
by Victoria Hayes 10 Apr, 2022
Working with many Rosacea clients at my Skin Clinic in Alsager, is one of the most common skin conditions that I treat, which affects both men and women, mainly in lighter skin types. April is Rosacea Awareness Month and I'm sharing with you my tips, advice and treatment options for this chronic skin condition that affects 1 in 10 people.
LED Light Thereapy Cheshire
by Victoria Hayes 16 Feb, 2022
LED ( short for- Light Emitting Diode ) Light Therapy is a treatment that has grown in popularity over the last 2 years because of its exceptional results in promoting skin health and rejuvenation, accelerating healing and resolving problem skin conditions for. the face and body. Read my post about this incredible treatment!
Chemical Peels Alsager Clinic
by Victoria Hayes 05 Jan, 2022
Facial Peels - What are they? At my skin clinic in Alsager, I am seeing more and more clients who LOVE the effect of Chemical Peels! No wonder they are fast-becoming the number one clinical skin treatment worldwide. At a fraction of the price of laser, they can significantly reduce the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation and blemishes with less discomfort and downtime. Just 45 minutes in my clinic can visibly rejuvenate skin to provide a softer, smoother, more youthful-looking complexion. But what should you expect when you begin your Chemical peel journey? As a non invasive skin specialist, let me tell you!
by Victoria Hayes 01 Apr, 2020
Acne is a common skin condition, which affects millions of people of all ages around the world. It commonly presents with blackheads, whiteheads, pustules and papules on the face, back and/or the chest. In this post we will explore the nature and causes of acne; consider what factors might make it worse (or in their absence, better), what practical steps you can take to lessen the severity of acne and consider some of the common treatments.
More posts
Share by: