The steps below make it incredibly easy to apply any skin care routine, from basic to advanced. If you use an eye or facial makeup remover, you can use it before or after your cleanser. If you’re using a separate scrub for cleansing (and we do hope it is exceedingly gentle and doesn’t damage your skin), use it after the cleanser; you don’t want to scrub makeup debris into your skin. If you prefer to use a scrub in the morning, you can use it instead of your cleanser. After cleansing, apply your toner. Next, apply your leave-on AHA or BHA exfoliant After cleansing, toning, and exfoliating, apply the rest of your skin care products in order of their texture. That means liquid products first, followed by the thicker products, including boosters, serums, essences, targeted solutions, and moisturizers. The only exception to these steps is during the day, when last product you’ll apply before your makeup is sunscreen, regardless of its texture.