Dendy Engelman, MD, FACMS, FAAD is a Mohs Surgeon and New York City-based dermatologist at the Shafer Clinic.
Morning: First, Dr. Engelman uses the Isdin Micellar Solution Cleansing Water ($35) to wash her face. "I always go to bed with a clean face, so washing my skin in the morning is more about removing the products I applied before bed and [having] a clean canvas for my daytime products," she said. Next, she uses five drops of the dermatologist-favorite SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic ($169).
Following her serum, she uses the Revision D·E·J Eye Cream ($109). "My philosophy is to spend the money on the things that you will keep on your face the longest," said Dr. Engelman. "The eye area is one of the most important areas to treat because it is 40 percent thinner than the rest of the face, meaning it can be the first to show signs of aging."
To moisturize she uses the Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Capsules Hydra-Plumping Serum ($54) before applying the Elizabeth Arden Prevage City Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Hydrating Shield ($72) to protect against UV/UB rays. To reapply throughout the day, she uses the ISDIN Mineral Brush ($55). "It helps absorb excess oil and can be applied right over my makeup," she said.
Evening: Dr. Engelman starts her nighttime routine off with a double cleanse, first using the Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm ($24) followed by the Epionce Lytic Gel Cleanser ($40), which she loves because it has willow-bark extract (a natural anti-inflammatory) and balances the skin's pH.
Then she uses the Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Original 1970. "This is a beauty-lover cult-favorite that I have used and loved for years," said Dr. Engelman. After that comes Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules ($92) for antiaging.
