Adeline Kikam, DO, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the creator behind the Instagram account Brown Skin Derm. "The goal of my winter skin-care routine is to maximize moisturization and hydration," Dr. Kikam said.
Morning: First things first: cleanser. Dr. Kikam likes to use the CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser ($14) because "it's a very gentle non-moisture-stripping cleanser with ceramides and hyaluronic acid." While her skin is still wet, she sprays the Avene Thermal Spring Water ($14), which fortifies the skin's microbiome. Then, also on slightly wet skin, Dr. Kikam layers on a hyaluronic-acid serum: the FaceGym Hydro-Bound Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid + Niacinamide Serum ($68). "It's a two-in-one product with hyaluronic acid for hydration and niacinamide, which is calming to skin, replenishes moisture barrier, and targets dark spots." Once that absorbs, she applies a vitamin C serum. Right now her choice is the Skinceuticals Phloretin CF ($166) for antioxidants.
For moisturizer and sunscreen, Dr. Kikam likes the La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Soothing Repair Moisturizer ($30) followed by the Tizo Photoceutical AM Replenish SPF 40 ($50).
Evening: At night, Dr. Kikam uses the same cleanser but follows up with a prescription retinoid. For moisturizer, she uses the Epara Brightening Night Balm ($140). "The balm contains argan and sweet almond oil to seal in much-needed moisture while I sleep," she said.