No7’s skincare routine for beginners using Good Intent
We get it: the world of skincare can feel daunting, especially when you’re starting out. Luckily, a basic skincare routine can be just as effective as a scroll-stoppingly long one when using the right products. That’s where No7’s Good Intent range comes in.
From our step-by-step guide to product recs, learn all things skincare for beginners below…
Skincare routine steps, using No7 Good Intent
Split your No7 skincare routine into morning and night. Your skincare’s needs are slightly different depending on the time of day, such as needing to use SPF during the day, or indulging in nourishment for your nighttime routine.
Morning routine
Cleanse
Prep skin for the day ahead with No7 Good Intent Cloud Bounce Whipped Foam Cleanser. This gentle formula is infused with hyaluronic acid and K-beauty fave black tea ferment, both helping skin look hydrated and rejuvenated.
On either dry or damp skin, gently massage a blueberry-sized amount into the skin, rinsing off with warm water.
Hydrate
Achieve a glass skin glaze with No7 Good Intent Skin Sip Moisture Glaze Milk. Hyaluronic acid hydrates while squalene helps smooth the look of skin , revealing a lit-from-within glow. Plus, if you wear makeup, this formula creates a fantastic base.
Apply a few drops to your face and neck. Make sure to take extra care around the eye area!
Protect
The most important part of your morning routine, help protect the skin against the sun’s rays with No7 Good Intent Glow Guard SPF 30. This feather-light, non-greasy formula also includes hyaluronic acid and aloe vera for extra hydration.
It’s best to apply around a teaspoon’s worth of SPF across your face, including the neck. An easier way to gauge this is through applying a line of SPF across the back of two fingers, spreading this across the face, neck and ears.
Evening routine
Cleanse
Cleansing is an absolute essential for your nighttime routine. Melt away makeup, pollutants and dirt with No7 Good Intent Glow Grind Cleansing Balm. Vitamin C helps brighten the look of skin, while squalene leaves skin looking and feeling super-smooth.
Twist clockwise twice for a buttery-smooth ribbon of the cleansing balm. Massage into the skin, adding warm water to transform the balm into a milk. Continue massaging in, rinsing thoroughly to remove. Skin feels refreshed with a revitalised glow.
Stubborn eye makeup? Before cleansing, apply No7 Cleansing Eye Makeup Remover with a cotton wool pad. If you’re looking a bit panda eye-esque, don’t worry – you can use the cleansing balm to remove any pesky residue.
Tone
Toner gets a bad rap for being unnecessary, but this isn’t true. Toning helps nourish skin, while enhancing your routine, helping target specific skin goals.
Good Intent includes two toners: one for soothing, and one for exfoliating. Simply use the plastic tweezers included to pick up a pre-soaked pad, sweeping across the face and avoiding the eye area. Make sure to leave behind some toner residue so it can soak in.
Soothe skin with Good Intent Calm Fix Soothing Pads. A Korean skincare icon, cica extract (also known as centella asiatica) helps reduce the look of redness while calming the skin . Niacinamide is another go-to for helping even the look of skin tone, leaving skin looking radiant.
For gentle exfoliation, use No7 Good Intent Pore Buff Clarifying Acid Pads. The blend of salicylic, glycolic and lactic acid help to exfoliate the skin, helping to softly buff away impurities for a brighter, smoother-looking complexion.
Moisturise
Finally, lock in all that goodness with a moisturiser. You could use the same one as your morning routine, or something slightly heavier, since you won’t have to worry about SPF or makeup slipping on top of it.
Our rec? The Good Intent Dew Bank Water Cream, with hydrating hyaluronic acid and nourishing camellia oil that’ll drench the skin with moisture all night long .
Tips for getting into the habit
Focus on the five key steps: cleanse, tone, treat, moisturise and finally protect, which you can spread across your morning and night routine.
Starting a skincare routine isn’t just about finding the right products – it’s about regularly applying them, too. Try leaving them somewhere you’ll remember to apply them, like your bathroom or where you apply your makeup, so they seamlessly weave into the rest of your day. You could even find a cute storage container to organise them!
When should I add extra skincare steps?
Once you’ve gotten to grips with your skincare routine, you could think about adding in some extra steps.
While the beginner skincare steps are super effective, adding in extra products can take your routine to the next level. That additional step will differ on your personal skincare goals, but some of our suggestions are:
Serums
Serums typically include more concentrated ingredients than other skincare products, making them a great way to target specific skincare concerns. While they aren’t essential to your routine, you could consider adding one in for more amplified results. Apply your serum after cleansing and toning, before moisturising.
If you’re look to add extra hydration into your routine, No7 HydraLuminous+ Serum contains 2% hyaluronic acid for instant and long-lasting hydration, plus 5% niacinamide to help balance the look of uneven skin tone.
Or, if you want to target hyperpigmentation or add radiance, try No7 Radiance+ 15% Vitamin C Serum. This serum helps skin look illuminated – but make sure to keep on top of your SPF, as vitamin C makes your skin more sensitive to the sun!
Masks
Who doesn’t love a pamper? Incorporating a face mask into your regular routine can help deliver serious results.
There are two types of face mask: sheet masks, and ones you apply yourself. Both are similar, so it depends on what you prefer.
Our sheet masks, like the No7 Lift & Luminate TRIPLE ACTION Serum Boost Sheet Mask, delivers a week’s worth of serum in one application, helping skin look brighter. Use them regularly – ideally two to three times a week, before your evening routine – for optimal results.
Or, you could opt for a mask you apply yourself. No7 Good Intent Bouncy Jelly Mask uses rice ferment and hyaluronic acid to reveal pillowy-soft skin with glass-like radiance. Use the small plastic spatula to apply. Leave on for at least ten minutes, washing off with warm water before the rest of your nighttime routine.
Our life hack for face masks? After your nighttime routine, apply a thin layer of the Good Intent Bouncy Jelly Mask as an overnight mask. It’ll lock in the rest of your skincare, giving an extra oomph to your full routine. Wake up to softer, smoother-feeling skin, the perfect base for your daytime routine!
Exfoliator
Skin fancying a deeper clean? Exfoliating is a great way to remove any dead skin cells plus helps improve the look of texture. There are two types of exfoliators: physical and chemical. Both can be just as effective, depending on your skin type.
Physical exfoliators, like No7 Total Renewal Dermabrasion Facial Exfoliator, manually scrub away debris, normally feeling gritty when you use them. Make sure to be gentle when applying to avoid accidentally hurting your skin. Take extra care if you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, as a physical exfoliator may be too harsh.
Chemical exfoliators, however, use ingredients like salicylic acid to cleanse the skin, and can even be used on acne-prone skin. No7 Good Intent Pore Buff Clarifying Acid Pads includes salicylic and lactic acid to gently, yet effectively, exfoliate.
How Good Intent makes skincare fun
Glass skin? You’ve got it – all thanks to No7 Good Intent!
Our Good Intent range uses the best of Korean skincare. Think effective ingredients and innovative packaging, combined with No7’s beloved wealth of skincare expertise for a routine you’ll come back to, every day.
Good Intent’s packaging is not just easy-to-use, it’s fun too. Use the cute plastic tweezers to pick up your toning pad, the teeny-tiny spatula for your jelly mask, or even the twist-to-reveal cleansing balm for fun, sensorial applications.
And that’s without mentioning the affordability. Every product in our Good Intent range is under £15, so it’s great for your first foray into skincare, or indulging for less!
Frequently asked questions
What skincare should I use as a beginner?
As a beginner, start with a simple routine: cleanse, tone, treat, moisturise and during the daytime, protect. You can spread these out across your morning and night routine.
Our Good Intent range is a great starting point for beginners, with a nourishing selection of products you can mix and match.
What are the five basics of skincare?
The five basics of skincare are: cleanse, tone, treat, moisturise and protect. But, you can use a simple routine of cleanse, tone, moisturise and protect (SPF) with effective results, and add in a treatment once you’ve understood your skincare concerns and goals.
Can I skip moisturiser in the morning?
Moisturising and applying SPF are the two non-negotiables for your morning routine. These two steps help keep your skin nourished and protected from the sun, both of which being super important for looking after skin long-term.
What should I put on my face every morning?
Every morning, make sure to cleanse, hydrate and protect. Use a gentle cleanser to remove any impurities, creating a base for your moisturiser and SPF. Hydrate with your favourite moisturiser – we love No7 Good Intent Skin Sip Moisture Glaze Milk for a silky-smooth finish, and No7 Good Intent Dew Bank Water Cream for a feather-light hit of hydration.
Conclusion: Great skin starts with Good Intent
Remember: whether you’re just getting started with the five key steps or adding in a face mask once a week, consistency is key with a skincare routine for beginners. Master your first skincare routine with No7 Good Intent, with effective ingredients and fun-to-use packaging, all under £15.
