PCA is known for their peels, but their skincare is next level. Clear, glowing skin is in, and we all just want to know how to achieve it. One of the most common questions I get is about my skincare routine (and I’m not just saying that). But, it was finally time to share in-depth look about one of my tried + true skincare brands, PCA.

I first discovered PCA about 3 years ago at a press event where they showed us a ton of before and after results that caught my attention. I left the event with a few products including the Broad Spectrum SPF and Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum and never looked back. Fast forward to October 2018, and I found myself attending a press trip at PCA Skin HQ in sunny Arizona!

PCA stands for Physicians Care Alliance and is targeted medical-grade skincare for every skin concern. Most importantly, it was started in 1990 by an aesthetician and developed by a dermatologist…the best combo. They’re well-known for their peels, and have product innovation down to a science.

Now onto my current routine! I’ve been using PCA for 3 years now, and it’s the one brand that I never get rid of in my routine. It’s my job on this platform to test out skincare and beauty products to recommend what works (which I love). But even when I add in a new brand of serum, eye cream or face wash, I keep the rest of my PCA routine the same. In addition to using these products, I also get regular PCA peels at a licensed spa. I go about 3x per year, and the peels really jumpstart any healing that your skin needs. I added my full skincare routine, both AM + PM, along with adjustments for anti-aging and acne prevention routines.* Check them out and let me know what you think!

PCA Skin Routine | Normal/Dry Skin

This is my daily skincare routine that’s best for normal to dry skin. It might seem like a lot, but I mix all of the serums together into a “cocktail” as my aesthetician would say. In an effort to keep this post easy to read, each product is linked so you can learn more about them by clicking.

AM:

• Creamy Cleanser
• Hydrating Toner
• Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum
• C+E Advanced Formula
• Collagen Hydrator
• Sheer Tint Eye
• Sheer Tint SPF 45
• Peptide Lip Therapy

PM:

• Creamy Cleanser
• Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum
• Intensive Brightening Treatment (retinol)
• ExLinea Peptide Smoothing Serum
• Ideal Complex Eye Cream
• HydraLuxe Moisturizer
• Peptide Lip Therapy

Other Additions:

PCA products that I use either weekly or monthly, but not every single day.

• Pore Refining Treatment (1-2x per week)- This is great for exfoliating and helping clear your pores without being too harsh.
• Hydrating Mask (3-4x per month)- A simple mask that locks in moisture. I’ll use it at night and then apply the rest of my serums when I rinse it off.
• Intensive Clarity Treatment (retinol, as needed)- If I feel a breakout coming on I’ll switch to this retinol to really clear up my skin.

PCA Skin Routine | Anti-Aging

Alright, I’ve definitely gotten my mom hooked on PCA too 🙂 Here’s the routine that her aesthetician recommended.

AM:

• Creamy Cleanser
• Nutrient Toner
• Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum
• C+E Advanced Formula
• Total Strength Serum
• Revitalizing Eye Gel
• Weightless Broad Spectrum SPF 45
• ReBalance Moisturizer
• Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster

PM:

• Creamy Cleanser
• Resveratrol Restorative Complex
• Intensive Age Refining Treatment (retinol)
• ExLinea Peptide Smoothing Serum
• Revitalizing Eye Gel
• HydraLuxe Moisturizer
• Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster

PCA Skin Routine | Acne

Some slight additions and substitutions that are geared toward clearing skin and preventing acne. PCA also recommends the detoxifying mask and blemish control bar as needed to treat acne. This kit from Dermstore is a great option for trying out a few top products.

AM:

• BPO 5% Cleanser
• Smoothing Toner
• C-Quench Antioxidant Serum
• Acne Gel
• Acne Cream (spot treatment)
• ClearSkin Moisturizer
• Weightless Broad Spectrum SPF 45
• Revitalizing Eye Gel
• Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster

PM:

• BPO 5% Cleanser
• Intensive Clarity Treatment (retinol)
• Acne Gel
• ClearSkin Moisturizer
• Revitalizing Eye Gel
• Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster

*Finally, please keep in mind that I am not a licensed aesthetician, and I recommend asking your dermatologist about any specific skin or product concerns. But after a three-day crash course at PCA Headquarters, several peels, consults with PCA team members, and experience using the products myself, I definitely have a strong understanding of the brand!

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