Is This Skincare Routine Effective and Safe?

Hi! I’ve put together a simple skincare routine and I’d love some feedback on whether it makes sense or if I’m over/underdoing anything.

I have normal skin (not oily or dry most of the time). I don’t have acne, pimples, or skin conditions. My skin only gets slightly oily (especially nose) when it’s very hot or I’ve been sweating.

My main concern is hyperpigmentation and the blackheads on my nose. I have darker areas on my knees, elbows, neck, and inner thighs. My goal is to gradually even out my skin tone and have healthy, smooth, and bright skin overall. I also want to remove the blackheads on my nose and make sure that I don't get blackheads on other parts of my face.

I’m trying to keep my routine simple and safe, because I’ve never used skincare properly before and I don’t want to irritate my skin with too many products.

Here’s what I planned:

-> Morning Routine:

1. Shower / body wash

• Dove soap for face (lukewarm water)
  • Dove Original Beauty Cream Bar
  • Dove Sensitive Skin Beauty Bar
• Regular soap for body
• Loofah only 2–3x per week (gentle use)

1. Moisturizer

• CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion OR Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream
• Apply lightly on face + dry/dark body areas

1. Sunscreen

• Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 50 OR La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 50
• Apply on all exposed skin
• Reapply if outdoors for long hours

-> Night Routine

1. Wash face with Dove soap (to remove sunscreen/moisturizer)
2. Moisturizer (face + body only if needed)
3. Dark body areas (2–3x per week only)

• AmLactin 12% Lactic Acid Lotion
• Apply only on dark areas (knees, elbows, underarms, etc.)
• Moisturizer after 10–15 min if skin feels dry

1. Blackheads (nose only, 2–3x per week)

• Paula’s Choice 2% BHA OR CeraVe SA Cleanser
• Leave-on (Paula’s Choice) OR rinse-off (CeraVe)

1. Optional under-eye treatment

• La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar Eyes

Lifestyle habits

• Wash face after heavy sweating
• Change pillowcases weekly

Thank you so much!