Dr. Sylvie Peres's Daily Ritual: 4 Essential Steps for Healthy Skin

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26/03/2026

Le rituel quotidien de la Dre Sylvie Peres : 4 gestes essentiels pour une peau saine

Understanding the skin: a dermatological approach

According to Dr. Sylvie Peres, dermatologist and co-founder of Alaena, skin quality is based on precise biological mechanisms: barrier function, cell renewal, protection against oxidative stress. The skin is an organ of observation. It reflects the overall physiological state: inflammation, imbalances, cellular fatigue. The dermatological approach consists of reading these signs, interpreting them, and intervening with precision.

Face cleansing: preserving the skin barrier

Cleansing is the first step in an effective dermatological routine. It must remove impurities without altering the hydrolipidic film or disturbing the skin microbiome. A gentle cleanser is essential to maintain skin balance. Using low-mineralized water after cleansing helps limit the impact of limescale and chlorine, which cause dryness and irritation.

Facial care routine: providing complementary active ingredients

The skin functions as an ecosystem requiring targeted input. The combination of different textures optimizes the bioavailability of active ingredients and meets the specific needs of each area:
- Eye contour: drainage and decongestion

- Serum: support for cellular functions and improvement of skin quality

- Moisturizing cream: restoration of the skin barrier and maintenance of hydration

Daily sun protection: preventing skin aging

UV radiation is responsible for a large part of skin aging.
It induces oxidative stress, degrades collagen, and promotes the appearance of pigment spots. Daily application of broad-spectrum sun protection, ideally SPF 50, is essential. The neck, décolleté, and hands must be systematically protected.

Double facial cleansing: effectively removing impurities

Evening cleansing must be more thorough to remove all residues accumulated during the day. Double cleansing is based on two complementary steps:
- a cleansing oil to dissolve makeup, sunscreens, and oxidized sebum
- a gentle soap to remove hydrophilic residues

This protocol optimizes the penetration of active ingredients applied subsequently.

What routine to adopt for healthy skin?

An effective dermatological routine is based on four pillars:
1 - cleanse without aggressing
2 - provide adapted active ingredients (Which targeted treatment is right for me?)
3 - protect daily from UV rays
4 - deep cleanse in the evening

A simple approach in its actions, but demanding in their execution, based on a precise understanding of cutaneous mechanisms.