A skincare routine for the climate of Azerbaijan: a 5-step system
The dry air and the sun of Baku place particular demands on the skin. A 5-step plan for morning and evening, recommended by a dermatologist.
Medically reviewed by Op. Dr. Elvin Əliyev.
Skincare in Azerbaijan should not copy European or Asian routines. The local climate — dry, sunny, windy — creates problems of its own.
The morning routine (5 steps)
1. A gentle cleanser
Why? To clear the oil gathered overnight without rubbing the skin. The water in Baku is hard, which makes a gentle cleanser important.
Recommendation: Cetaphil Gentle or CeraVe Hydrating
2. Toner
Why? To restore the pH and tighten the pores.
Recommendation: Hyaluronic acid based (alcohol-free!)
3. Vitamin C serum
Why? An antioxidant; it protects against sun spots and gives radiance.
Recommendation: 10-15% L-ascorbic acid (for beginners)
4. Moisturiser
Why? The Baku wind causes moisture loss.
Recommendation: Ceramide based (CeraVe AM)
5. SPF 50+
Why? This is the most important step. In summer the UV index in Azerbaijan reaches 8+.
Recommendation: A mineral SPF (zinc oxide); for a pearl finish — ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion
The evening routine (5 steps)
- Double cleanse (an oil-based and a water-based cleanser)
- Toner
- The active (on a schedule):
- 1 evening: retinol (the mildest one available)
- 1 evening: niacinamide
- 1 evening: AHA/BHA peel
- The remaining evenings: moisturiser only
- Eye cream
- Night moisturiser (rich)
Changing with the season
- Winter (December-March): add a facial oil
- Summer (June-August): more niacinamide, less retinol
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