How to Use

Clinical, clear, and designed for real results.

This guide explains how to use each Amber & Oud Cosmetics™ product correctly, how to build an AM and PM routine, what not to mix, and how to layer your serums for maximum results and minimum irritation.

1. AM Routine (Morning)

Step 1 — Cleanse

Matcha Veil Cleanser™
Massage on damp skin for 20–30 seconds. Rinse with cool or lukewarm water.

Step 2 — Tone

Elixir D’Eaux™
Apply with a cotton pad or press into the skin with your hands.

Step 3 — Treatment Serum

Choose based on your goal:

• HydraFirm Peptide Serum™ — for hydration, plumping, fine lines.
• ChronoRepair Serum™ — for antioxidant defense and brightening.

Use only one serum in the morning.

Step 4 — Moisturize

Oud Elixir™
Apply a pea-sized amount to seal in hydration.

Step 5 — Eye Cream

Velour Eyes™
Use a very small amount under the eyes, tapping gently.

Step 6 — Sun Protection (Essential)

A broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is required every morning, especially when using retinol at night.

2. PM Routine (Night)

Step 1 — Cleanse

Use Matcha Veil Cleanser™ to remove impurities, sunscreen, and makeup.

Step 2 — Tone

Elixir D’Eaux™ to prepare the skin for treatment.

Step 3 — Treatment Serum

Choose one:

• ChronoRepair Serum™ — preferred for PM (antioxidants + repair).
• HydraFirm Peptide Serum™ — for hydration-focused evenings.

Step 4 — Retinol (2–4 nights/week)

Amber Repose™
Use a pea-sized amount. Avoid eyes and corners of the nose.

Do not mix retinol with ChronoRepair on the same night for beginners.

Step 5 — Neck Treatment

Lift & Lumé™
Apply in upward motions from collarbone to jawline.

Step 6 — Eye Area

Finish with Velour Eyes™ if your skin tolerates it well after retinol.

3. How to Alternate Serums

Option A — Sensitive Skin

• AM: HydraFirm
• PM: ChronoRepair

Option B — Normal Skin

• AM: ChronoRepair
• PM: HydraFirm

Option C — Maximum Results

• AM: ChronoRepair
• PM: Alternating HydraFirm + Amber Repose (retinol)

4. Retinol Safety & Usage Rules

• Use 2–4 nights per week.
• Do not apply near the eyes, nostrils, or corners of lips.
• Always apply SPF in the morning.
• Avoid mixing with exfoliating acids.
• Start slow: every 3rd night for beginners.

Signs you are tolerating it well:

• Mild flaking
• Slight tightness
• No burning or redness after 5–10 min

5. What NOT to Mix

• Retinol + ChronoRepair (same night) for new users
• Retinol + exfoliants (AHA/BHA)
• Multiple serums at once (use only one per routine)

6. Weekly Routine Example

Monday

PM: ChronoRepair

Tuesday

PM: Amber Repose (retinol)

Wednesday

PM: HydraFirm

Thursday

PM: Amber Repose (retinol)

Friday

PM: ChronoRepair

Weekend

HydraFirm or rest days depending on skin sensitivity.