You bought an expensive peptide body lotion, but are you actually getting your money's worth? This episode breaks down the exact science of layering body care actives so every product absorbs properly and delivers real results. Julian Thorne walks through the precise order, timing, and pH considerations that separate effective routines from wasted effort. Whether you're chasing firmer skin, better texture, or stronger barrier function, this guide gives you the chemistry-backed protocols to make it happen.

• Your skin's pH after showering determines how well products work. Think of pH like a doorway—when it's at the right level (slightly acidic), ingredients walk right through. Hot water and harsh soaps push that doorway closed, so your fancy products just sit on top doing nothing.

• Acids always go first and need tim ...