Your simple, three-step Circadia routine for deep hydration and barrier repair.
Winter is the season when dry, tight, uncomfortable skin tends to flare up—thanks to cold air, indoor heat, and a weakened moisture barrier. If your skin feels dehydrated or flaky no matter how many products you use, the solution may actually be less… not more.
That’s why, I’m sharing my Moisture System for Dry Skin: a curated, three-step Circadia routine that delivers deep hydration, strengthens your barrier, and restores a soft, supple glow.
If your skin is thirsty, irritated, or constantly struggling to stay hydrated, this routine was made for you.
Why This 3-Step System Works
When your skin is dry, it’s not just lacking moisture—it’s struggling to retain it. Harsh weather, aging, stress, and over-exfoliation all contribute to a compromised barrier and increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
This simple routine for dry skin focuses on:
Nourishing the moisture barrier
Delivering and retaining hydration deep in the skin
Preventing moisture loss throughout the day
Reducing dryness, irritation, and tightness
Providing results with only four steps
Every product in this system is designed to work synergistically to comfort dry, irritated skin and restore long-lasting moisture.
Who This Routine Is Perfect For Dry Skin
You’ll love this minimalist dry skin routine if you:
Experience dryness, flakiness, or tightness—especially in winter
Have a compromised or easily irritated moisture barrier
Prefer simple, highly effective routines
Want deep hydration without heaviness
Love Circadia’s gentle, restorative approach to skincare
The 3-Step Minimalist Moisture Routine
Cleanse with Circadia Nourish Cream Cleanser
Start with freshly washed skin! The right cleanser will begin the rehydration process and open the skin to receive. This luxurious cream cleanser removes buildup, sunscreen, and impurities while keeping the skin soft and calm. Instead of stripping the skin, it replenishes moisture with soothing ingredients that protect your barrier.
How to use:
Massage onto dry or damp skin for 30–60 seconds. Rinse with lukewarm water or a gentle cloth.
Step 1. Hydrate with Circadia Moisture On Demand
Think of this as smart hydration. This acne-safe serum attracts moisture to the areas that need it most, delivering immediate comfort while helping the skin stay hydrated throughout the day. It leaves skin feeling cushioned, plump, and balanced.
Best of all, it is so gentle that I can even use it around my eyes to boost the hydration in my eye cream.
How to use:
Apply 1–2 pumps after cleansing, morning and night.
Step 2. Moisturize with Circadia AquaPorin Hydrating Cream
This deeply hydrating moisturizer features Aquaporin-3, known as your skin’s natural hydration highway. It helps transport moisture into the deeper layers of your skin while supporting its ability to retain that moisture long-term. Need Acne-Safe? I love Face Reality Barrier Care Gel Cream.
The result? Firmer, smoother, more supple skin—even in harsh winter air.
How to use:
Apply a small amount after your serum. Use morning and/or night depending on your dryness level.
3. Seal in Moisture with Circadia Hydralox Facial Oil
This lightweight finishing oil is the final step that locks in moisture and prevents TEWL. With antioxidant-rich oils and a silky feel, Hydralox reinforces the moisture barrier and leaves skin soft, nourished, and naturally radiant.
For an Acne-Safe alternative try: Hale & Hush Remedy Rehab Oil.
How to use:
Warm one drop between your fingertips and press gently over your moisturizer (and your eye cream). Use especially at night or whenever skin feels extra dry.
Morning & Evening Dry Skin Routine at a Glance
Morning
Circadia Nourish Cream Cleanser
Circadia Moisture On Demand
Circadia AquaPorin Hydrating Cream
Circadia Hydralox (1 drop, patted over the face)
SPF
Evening
Circadia Nourish Cream Cleanser
Circadia Moisture On Demand
Circadia AquaPorin Hydrating Cream
Circadia Hydralox (2 drops)
Ready to Restore Your Skin This Winter?
The 3-Step Moisture System is simple, effective, and perfect for dry or dehydrated skin that needs relief—fast.
If you’re unsure whether this dry skin routine is right for you, our Master Estheticians are here to help. Feel free to reach out for personalized support anytime.
Looking for expert skincare guidance? Our team of licensed estheticians will help you create or refine a routine that fits your skin’s unique needs — starting with a free skincare checkup.
Author
Jeana LeClerc
Jeana LeClerc is a licensed esthetician, Certified Acne Specialist, and the founder and CEO of Art of Skin Care . With over 20 years of hands-on experience in the skincare industry, Jeana specializes in regenerative skincare —a powerful, holistic alternative to conventional anti-aging treatments.
Rejecting the pressure of injectables and invasive procedures, Jeana champions science-backed, skin-nourishing solutions that support healthy, youthful skin from the inside out. Her mission is to help clients achieve lasting skin transformation through personalized routines, professional-grade products, and a deep understanding of how the skin functions and regenerates.
At Art of Skin Care, Jeana leads a team of expert estheticians dedicated to delivering results-driven skincare, from clearing acne to supporting healthy aging . Her blog and online consultations are trusted resources for those seeking radiant, resilient skin without compromise.
