My morning routine sets the tone for my entire day and when it starts with waterless skincare, I feel like I’m giving my skin exactly what it needs! I’m sharing my full morning waterless skincare routine using Oliveda products that nourish, protect, and prep my skin for whatever the day brings. It’s simple, effective, and glow-inducing…no water, no filler, just powerful plant-based ingredients and intentional self-care!
Why I Switched to a Waterless Skincare Routine
As I was approaching 40, I started seriously looking for skincare products that helped me age gracefully. I had used a ton of different products over the years and was really good about taking care of my skin, but nothing was giving me great results.
I was noticing fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes, under eye bags, dark circles, and dull skin. I was on the hunt for skincare that gave me my glow back! I wanted something that was natural but effective!
Enter waterless skincare. When I started seeing my friends talk about it and ads pop up online, I was curious. When I dug in and did more research, I was convinced. And when I learned about Oliveda’s 365 day return policy, I was sold!
I’ve been using waterless skincare since March 2024 and I can’t look back!
My Step-by-Step Morning Routine
I believe in a simple morning skincare routine and my nighttime routine is more involved. For reference, I have oily skin so I like to put less on my skin in the morning and I like to go to bed like a glazed donut! Haha!
Here’s what I do step by step in the morning…
Step 1: Cleanse Without Stripping
You really don’t need to cleanse your skin in the morning as long as you took good care of it at night. But, I like to combine my morning cleanse with facial massage to help my fingers and Gua Sha tool glide smoothly across my skin.
So, I take an oil cleanser on dry skin and perform my facial massages. It’s so soothing and it helps de-puff, sculpt, and tone my face. Then I take a clean and wet microfiber cloth and rinse my face.
Step 2: Tone & Prep the Skin
Next, I apply toner to my skin. This helps refresh my skin, balance my skin, and prep my skin for the next steps. I personally like to squirt my hands with the toner and then rub it evenly into my skin. But you can also spray your face directly or use a cotton pad.
Step 3: Serums that Actually Do Something
There are lots of serums to choose from to apply to your skin in the morning. My personal favorite is a vitamin C serum for a few reasons:
- It helps protect my skin from free radicals and harsh sun rays
- It helps hydrate my skin
- It helps brighten my skin
I apply 3-4 drops onto my face and evenly rub it into my skin. Since I have oily skin, I skip the moisturizer. If I had normal to dry skin, I would add this in right after my serum. On days when I will be out in the sun, I apply sunscreen.
Step 4: Eye Area Love
This is the most important part! I apply my very favorite eye elixir under my eyes. This helps hydrate, lift, brighten, and tighten my eye area. It’s the perfect weight that preps my eyes for makeup. When my eyes are feeling extra dry, I also like to add just a tiny bit of my favorite eye cream.
Step 5: Drink My Skincare
Wait, what?! How can you drink your skincare?? Along with putting good skincare products on my face, I also drink good products to help my skin glow from the inside out. Here are the supplements I drink daily:
- I01 Orac and Camu Camu– this packed with vitamin c and is great for boosting your immune system, improving your gut health, and minimizing signs of aging.
- I66 Beauty Fountain + Collagen– this is great for healthier skin, hair and nails!
- I70 Beauty Molecule + Hyaluron– this is great for plumping your skin and giving you a healthy glow!
How My Skin Has Changed Since Going Waterless
Everyone’s results will be different. But for me, here’s how my skin has changed over the last year and a half using waterless skincare products.
- Less redness
- Less puffiness
- Hydrated skin
- Smoother wrinkles
- Helthier under eyes
- Glowier skin!
The picture on the left is taken in 2022. The picture on the right is taken in 2025…3 years apart!! I look younger now than I did 3 years ago! I look healthier. I look happier. And it’s because I am!
Full disclosure, along with using waterless skincare products, I also use the JOVS 4D Laser Light Mask and do Gua Sha facial massage daily.
Shop My Morning Routine
The thing I love about skincare is that it’s customizable! Skincare isn’t a one size fits all so you can choose what products work best for your skin. These are the products that I personally use for my skin and my skin loves (!), but there might be better options for you!
You can take the Skin Quiz and get instant results on products for your skin type. When you purchase 2 or more of the recommendations, you get a free product! Or, you can fill out my skin questionnaire and I can create a custom skincare routine just for you!
A great day starts with great skincare and this morning waterless skincare routine helps me walk out the door feeling fresh, radiant, and confident (even without makeup). Whether you’re a minimalist or a skincare lover like me, I hope this step-by-step routine inspires you to simplify, slow down, and glow on your own terms. Got questions about which products are right for your skin? Reach out anytime…I’d love to help you build your perfect morning routine!
Here are other blogposts that you might enjoy:
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- The Benefits of Drinking Collagen Every Day
- The Truth About Oliveda — My Honest Review
- How to Fade Sun Damage Fast (Without Harsh Peels or Injections)
- The Best Skincare Tools for Tightening Skin at Home
- Collagen After 40: Why It Declines—And How to Boost It Naturally
- JOVS Mask Update: 90 Days In – Before & After Results
About the Author
JoEllen is a licensed esthetician, certified makeup artist, and certified John Maxwell coach, speaker, and trainer. She works with women helping them look and feel confident. She loves teaching women simple beauty techniques so they can feel empowered to try it at home. Her motto is that when you look and feel good, you do good!
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