Luteal Phase Skincare: Soothing the Shift & Supporting Hormonal Harmony
The Luteal Phase is where energy begins to turn inward. After the radiance of ovulation, your body starts preparing for menstruation. Progesterone rises and eventually drops, triggering both physical and emotional changes. This phase mirrors the Waning Moon, symbolizing intuition, boundaries, and release.
Your skin often tells you exactly what it needs right now: calm, balance, and protection. Let’s honor that.
🌜 What Happens to Your Skin During the Luteal Phase
Progesterone increases oil production, leading to congestion or breakouts.
Inflammation and sensitivity may rise, especially before your period.
Skin can feel dry in some areas and oily in others (imbalanced).
Mood swings and fatigue are common—your nervous system needs gentleness.
This is the time to protect your barrier, regulate oil, and reduce inflammation.
🌿 Luteal Skincare Ritual: Calm, Clarify & Ground
Step 1: Balancing Cleanser
Use a non-stripping gel or cream cleanser with anti-inflammatory ingredients.
Step 2: Targeted Exfoliation (1-2x weekly only)
Use gentle exfoliants like salicylic acid, mandelic acid, or enzymes.
Avoid daily exfoliation—your skin may already be reactive.
Step 3: Spot Treatments + Soothing Serums
Sulfur, tea tree, or salicylic-based spot care
Serums with niacinamide, beta glucan, or panthenol
Step 4: Barrier Moisturizers + Protective Layers
Choose moisturizers with ceramides or calming actives like CBD
Optional occlusive layer if skin feels compromised
Optional Soothing Tools:
Cold rollers or cryo tools
LED therapy (blue for acne, red for calming)
Herbal steam followed by chilled compress
🍵 Herbal Teas to Support the Luteal Phase
Dandelion Root: Supports liver detox and hormone metabolism
Chasteberry (Vitex): May help regulate cycle + PMS
Tulsi or Holy Basil: Adaptogenic and calming for mood swings
This is a perfect time to drink warm, grounding tea in the evening with a journal.
🌈 Self-Care Ideas for the Luteal Phase
Light stretching or yin yoga
Tidy your space to reduce nervous system overload
Schedule earlier bedtimes + gentle skincare rituals
Journal: *"What boundaries need reinforcing before I bleed?"
Say no to overstimulation—protect your peace
💊 Facial Rituals at Rooted Radiance for This Phase
1. The Purify Ritual Facial
A 75-minute clarifying treatment focused on congestion and hormonal acne. Includes:
Deep cleanse + exfoliation
Acne-focused serums or masks (sulfur, enzymes, niacinamide)
Blue LED therapy + cooling finish
Optional extractions if needed Perfect for breakouts or pre-period congestion.
2. The Healing Ritual Upgrade (Add-on or standalone focus)
Ideal for inflamed, reactive, or stressed skin. Includes:
Biocell infusion + oxygen therapy
Cold hammer + red or blue LED
Advanced calming serums
Gua sha or lymphatic massage to relieve tension This upgrade is a loving reset before your skin hits reset.
🌗 Luteal Phase Product Recommendations
Skin Needs: Oil regulation, hormonal breakouts, inflammation, barrier support
🧼 Cleanse
GlyMed Plus Sal-X Purifying Cleanser (US-GM-15R)
→ 2% salicylic acid gel cleanser that clears pores, controls oil, and targets hormonal breakouts.
KrX Mandelic+ Cleanser (Retail size)
→ A gentle, acne-safe cleanser with mandelic acid to decongest skin without overdrying.
✨ Exfoliate (1–2x/week)
KrX Enzyme Powder Wash (Retail size)
→ Brightens and polishes without irritation—ideal when skin is feeling dull or sluggish.
GlyMed Plus Daily Smoothing Peel (US-GM-18R)
→ Light exfoliation with 10% AHA for smoothing texture and preventing clogged pores pre-period.
💧 Treat
GlyMed Plus Acne Gel with 5% Benzoyl Peroxide (US-GM-12R)
→ A powerful spot treatment to target inflamed hormonal acne before and during breakouts.
KrX Azulene Soothing Serum (Retail size)
→ Calms irritation, balances oil, and reduces redness triggered by hormonal changes.
🧴 Moisturize
GlyMed Plus Comfort Cream (US-GM-104R)
→ A calming, non-comedogenic moisturizer for skin that feels tight or inflamed.
KrX Cica Recovery Cream (Retail size)
→ Lightweight, soothing cream with Centella and calming botanicals to repair and protect.
🧊 Mask (1–2x/week)
GlyMed Plus CBD Masque (US-GM-108R)
→ Great for calming skin stress, reducing inflammation, and restoring hydration pre-period.
KrX Calming Azulene Jelly Mask (Retail single-use pouch)
→ A cooling, acne-safe option that reduces redness and hormonal sensitivity.
🌫️ Mist
GlyMed Plus Skin Recovery Mist (US-GM-105R)
→ Keeps skin soothed, hydrated, and comfortable—especially helpful during oil spikes.
KrX Cica Mist Serum (Retail)
→ Antioxidant-rich and barrier-supporting for skin in flux.
🌿 Optional Boost
GlyMed Plus CBD-B3 Calming Cream (US-GM-112R)
→ A powerful inflammation tamer with Niacinamide and CBD—perfect for premenstrual skin stress.
🍄 Affirmation for the Luteal Phase:
"I protect my peace. I am allowed to slow down and soothe what’s stirring."
This phase is not the enemy—it’s the invitation to soften, surrender, and listen.
In clarity and compassion,
