Skin care routines aren’t one-size-fits-all. Though some people relish every step of an elaborate skin care routine, others might appreciate a more low-key regimen with just a few simple steps.

If your significant other is interested in a basic skin care routine but they’re new to the concept of men's skin care in general, products from Vichy are a great place to start. To create a skin care routine for your boyfriend, start with one of these two facial cleansers, add a sunscreen for daytime and for nighttime opt for a hydrating serum or moisturizer. Alltogether, this basic skin routine for men should take five minutes or less to complete from start to finish in the morning and again in the evening.

3 steps to a basic skin care routine for the man in your life

Choose a facial cleanser

A simple face wash should be the very first step in any basic skin routine for men. Vichy Purete Thermale Fresh Cleansing Gel is a gel-based face wash that works up to a rich lather to gently cleanse away all traces of dirt, bacteria and excess oil without leaving skin feeling dry or tight. Beneficial ingredients such as hydrating glycerin and soothing niacinamide combine with Vichy volcanic water, a mineral-rich signature ingredient found in all Vichy products.

If your significant other is prone to breakouts, you might suggest they opt for a cleanser with acne-fighting ingredients such as Vichy Normaderm Phyto Action Daily Deep Cleansing Gel for their basic skin care routine. This cleansing gel contains 0.5% salicylic acid to help dissolve dead skin cells, dirt and oil that can clog pores and contribute to acne.

Apply sunscreen for daytime

If you suggest only one thing for your boyfriend’s skin care routine, sunscreen should be it. “For someone who is currently using no skin care products whatsoever, adding a broad-spectrum sunscreen on a daily basis is one of the most important moves they can make to protect the health of their skin,” says LovelySkin CEO Dr. Joel Schlessinger, board-certified dermatologist, Mohs surgeon and cosmetic surgeon. “Going out in the sun without sunscreen or other physical protection such as a hat or protective clothing exposes your skin to damaging UV rays that can cause skin cancer and signs of premature aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration.”

This means your boyfriend’s daytime skin care routine should include a broad-spectrum sunscreen, a formula that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Vichy Capital Soleil Ultra Light Sunscreen SPF 50 offers a lightweight texture that is pleasant to use because it doesn’t feel sticky or greasy on the skin. It protects skin with a blend of chemical sunscreen ingredients, including 3% avobenzone, 10% homosalate, 5% octisalate, 5% octocrylene and 6% oxybenzone.

Moisturize for nighttime

At the end of the day, a basic skin care routine for men should start with his cleanser of choice (see above) and then incorporate a hydrating serum or moisturizing cream to help keep his skin feeling soft, smooth and healthy.

Vichy Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Face Serum is a great basic for your boyfriend’s skin care routine because it contains hyaluronic acid, which will help strengthen his moisture barrier for healthier skin and provide an immediately plumping effect, making fine lines and wrinkles look less prominent. It also contains mineral-rich Vichy Volcanic Water, which will help boost his skin’s resistance to environmental aggressors such as pollution.

If he’s up for one more step, Vichy Mineral 89 Fragrance-Free Cream will help seal in that hydration with squalane and other soothing emollients. It also contains niacinamide, a multitasking ingredient that helps reduce breakouts, smooth fine lines and decrease visible redness. If you’re looking to expand your boyfriend’s skin care routine further, he could also use either of these two products in his morning routine before applying sunscreen.

Does your significant other struggle with ingrown hairs on his face due to shaving? Dr. Schlessinger recommends some of his favorite shaving products and after-shave care items to help with ingrown hairs and more on the LovelySkin Blog.