Choosing Products and Building a Routine
Which product for which concern
| Concern | Product | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Dark spots, sunspots, age spots, post-acne or post-pregnancy spots | Vitamin C Brightening Cream | Vitamin C and peptides target pigmentation and even tone |
| Dullness and uneven tone | Vitamin C Brightening Cream | Brightens and evens the complexion |
| Deep wrinkles, sagging, loss of firmness | Stem Cell Serum | Apple stem cells support renewal, collagen and elastin |
| Crow's feet, puffiness, under-eye bags | Eye Serum | Olive oil, chamomile and hyaluronic acid for the eye area |
| Dryness, dehydration, rough texture | Day Cream | Hyaluronic acid and aloe vera for all-day hydration |
| A smooth base for makeup | Day Cream | Lightweight and absorbs fully |
| Sensitive skin | Any product | All are formulated for all skin types, including sensitive skin. All contain fragrance. |
Which set to choose
- Wrinkles and the eye area, keeping your own moisturizer: The Italian Treatment Serums (both serums).
- A complete 3-step morning routine: The Italian Essentials Set (both serums and the Day Cream).
- Everything, including dark-spot care: The Complete Italian Collection (all four products).
Order of application
Bertoli Beauty's directions put serums first and creams after. The brand does not sell a cleanser, toner or sunscreen, so use your own.
Morning
- Cleanse and tone.
- Stem Cell Serum on the face, neck and décolleté.
- Eye Serum around the eyes.
- Day Cream or Vitamin C Brightening Cream.
- Sunscreen, then makeup. None of the products has an SPF rating.
Evening
- Cleanse and tone.
- Serums, as in the morning.
- Vitamin C Brightening Cream, which the brand directs for morning and night.
How long products last
Each cream is 50 ml (1.69 fl oz) and each serum is 20 ml (0.68 fl oz). The brand does not publish how long a container lasts.