i believe looking your best helps you in all walks of life. i'm a model, content creator (@martinruzi) and full-time student and i made all this because i want to help make people feel good in their own skin. through my experiences collaborating with global brands and working at the czech republic's biggest skincare company, i've learned a lot about what goes into cosmetics and how they can be used to make you your best self. i'm talking skincare routines, lymphatic drainage, skin types, glass skin trends, ingredients and the science of how cosmetics work. this website and product are the result of weeks of research, hours of sitting in skincare workshops and a variety of social media collabs cosmetics firms of all price points.

i've used this knowledge as a model so so much. as someone who used to have a lot of skin problems, it's been such a blessing to be able to maintain good skin and use it to market myself in magazines, in the news, brand deals etc. i put all this knowledge in a handbook that i am sharing with you here. i hope you enjoy it and i hope it can help you become more informed about skincare :)

your skin is one of the most important deciding factors of not only how you look, but how you feel. taking care of it isn’t about chasing perfection, it’s about being healthy and feeling comfortable with yourself. we’ve all had those mornings where a breakout shows up before something important or your skin feels tired after a long week. a simple skincare routine is like a small act of kindness you give yourself every day, keeping your skin steady through whatever life throws at it.

your skin is with you for your whole life, so the way you treat it now matters. little habits add up, and starting early means your skin will thank you years from now. skincare doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive — it’s just about giving your skin what it needs so you feel good in it. when you know your skin is healthy and cared for, you carry yourself differently.

the handbook provides densely-packed, no-nonsense information on:

• skin types (dry skin, oily skin, combination skin etc.) and their characteristics
• framework of a six-step skincare routine
• explanation of main types of cleansers and how they work
• exfoliation, different types of acids and how they work (BHA, AHA, PHA, hyaluronic etc.)
• serums as a targeted treatment with detailed explanation of ingredients
• moisturiser types and functions (occlusives, emollients etc.)
• types of SPF, how it works and how they protect from sunlight
• skincare buzzword definitions companies like to sell you
• details of my skincare routine and products that have worked for me
• bibliography of sources for your further reading and development in skincare

the handbook is for anyone wanting to learn about what goes into a successful skincare routine, including product types, ingredients and some of the science behind cosmetics. the information is general and not targeted at a specific audience–everyone can learn something from it!

my handle is @martinruzi on all socials, including Instagram and TikTok. scroll all the way down for the direct links!

i, as the author and publisher of this skincare guide am not a licensed dermatologist, esthetician, physician, or other medical professional. all content provided in this guide, whether written, visual, or otherwise communicated, is intended solely for general informational and educational purposes and does not constitute, and should not be relied upon as, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. no information in this guide is intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as, prescriptive or directive in nature.

you should always seek the advice of a qualified dermatologist, physician, or other licensed healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding any medical condition, skin concern, or before starting, changing, or discontinuing any skincare product, regimen, or treatment. reliance on any information provided in this guide is strictly at your own risk.

to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the author, publisher, and any affiliates, employees, agents, or representatives shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages, injuries, allergic reactions, or other adverse effects arising from the use or misuse of the information contained in this guide, or from the purchase or use of any products referenced herein.

by accessing, reading, or otherwise using this guide, you acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for your own skincare decisions and that you will consult with a qualified healthcare professional before acting on any information provided. if you do not agree to these terms, you should not read, use, or rely upon the information in this guide.