Skincare isn’t “one size fits all”—a lesson I learned after years of following trends and using whatever products were popular, including prescription-strength acne cleansers well into my late 20s. I was determined to keep breakouts at bay, but it wasn’t until I began studying aromatherapy that I truly understood how skincare products work and the importance of choosing what aligns with your unique needs.
Through a lot of trial and error, I discovered that skincare isn’t just about skin type—it’s deeply personal. My skincare line was designed around the products and routine that work for me, which is intuitively based on my own Human Design. My routine now supports both my skin and my energy: it’s grounding, gentle, fast (less than 5 minutes), and crafted with cold-pressed botanicals that respect my sensitivities and strengthen my skin barrier.
Yes, even those details are reflected in my Human Design chart. This system can shape not only what products you choose but also how you approach self-care on an energetic level. It can be a lot to take in, so here’s a simple way to start—how your energy type might influence your ideal skincare routine.
What's your energy type says about your skincare routine.
1. Generators
Theme: Satisfaction | Shadow: Frustration
Energy: Steady builders with a powerful life force when aligned
Skincare Ritual: Joyful + Energizing
You thrive when you’re lit up by what you’re doing — yes, even your skincare. Choose products that bring you pleasure: textures, scents, and ingredients that light you up. Let your skincare routine be something to respond to and become a small daily yes.
Ideas for You:
- Use invigorating scents (citrus, rosemary) to energize your mornings.
- Keep your routine consistent — you’re built for rhythm.
- Respond to any changes in your skin by adding or removing products.
2. Manifesting Generators
Theme: Satisfaction + Peace | Shadow: Frustration + Anger
Energy: Fast-moving, multi-passionate powerhouses
Skincare Ritual: Flexible + Fun
You need freedom in your routine. One day it’s a 3-step minimalist vibe, the next it’s an indulgent 10-step K-beauty moment. Let that be okay — your skincare shouldn’t box you in. Follow what feels right in the moment.
Ideas for You:
- Create a “skincare station” with options so you can mix it up.
- Use multi-tasking products (cleansing oil, moisturizer + SPF).
- Try quick rituals like face mists or cooling rollers on the go.
3. Projectors
Theme: Success | Shadow: Bitterness
Energy: Insightful guides — not meant to hustle
Skincare Ritual: Soothing + Restorative
Your skin (and body) craves rest. Choose products that calm, nourish, and give back to you. Slow down. Your skincare time can be a moment to decompress and receive — no pushing, just peace.
Ideas for You:
- Use calming ingredients (chamomile, aloe, oat).
- Ritualize your routine with affirmations, candles, or soft music.
- Nighttime skincare is key — make it a sacred wind-down.
4. Manifestors
Theme: Peace | Shadow: Anger
Energy: Trailblazers who initiate and then rest
Skincare Ritual: Empowering + Efficient
You don’t like being told what to do — so don’t follow trends unless they truly excite you. Choose products that help you feel in control and powerful. Skincare should be effective, minimal, and leave you feeling like a queen.
Ideas for You:
- Go for potent, no-BS ingredients (bakuchiol, vitamin C).
- Let your routine reflect your energy; curate an energizing ritual (initiate cycle) and a soothing and peaceful ritual (rest cycle).
- Design your own routine, or not — your way, your rules.
5. Reflectors
Theme: Surprise | Shadow: Disappointment
Energy: Deeply sensitive to environments — natural mirrors
Skincare Ritual: Gentle + Adaptive
Your skin (like your energy) reflects your surroundings. What works one week may not the next — and that’s okay. Build a flexible skincare wardrobe that supports your ever-changing needs. More than any type, skincare can be a grounding ritual.
Ideas for You:
- Use clean, fragrance-free, skin-sensitive products.
- Keep calming masks or facial steamers on hand to reset.
- Try aligning your skincare with the lunar cycle or your mood.
Bonus Tip: Align with Your Authority
Want to choose the right products? Tap into your Human Design authority when buying skincare:
- Sacral: Wait for a full-body yes.
- Emotional: Don’t impulse buy — ride the emotional wave.
- Splenic: Go with your first instinct — the quiet knowing.
- Ego: Ask: “Do I want this?” from a place of willpower and desire.
- Self-Projected: Talk it out with someone or hear yourself say it.
- Environmental (Mental Projectors): Consider your space and ask, “Does this feel aligned here?”
- Lunar (Reflectors): Give yourself time — maybe a full lunar cycle — before committing.
For more personalized skincare insights, get your Human Design Skincare Report here.