Apply the cream to clean facial skin as the moisturising step of your routine. If you use lighter products such as toner, essence or serum, they would usually go first, followed by this cream. Use only the amount needed to cover the face comfortably; applying more than the skin can absorb does not make peptides work faster and may simply leave a heavier feel.
Because this cream contains active cosmetic ingredients and texture agents, it is sensible to introduce it attentively. If your skin is reactive, start by using it once daily or on alternate days, then increase use if your skin feels comfortable. A small patch test on a discreet area before full-face use can also help you assess tolerance, especially if you often react to new facial products.
Avoid applying it directly around the eyes unless the brand specifically states that it is suitable for the eye area. The skin there is thinner and more easily irritated, and face creams are not always designed for close contact with the eyes. If you use it in the morning, finish with sunscreen during the day, because an anti-ageing routine is most effective when daily UV exposure is managed. Stop use if persistent stinging, redness or irritation appears.