The Secret to Jenni’s Effective Morning Routine

Rip & Tan: What inspired you to introduce serums into the Oak Essentials routine?

Jenni Kayne: I try to be as thoughtful as possible regarding what I put on my skin, but I also want ingredients and products that deliver results. The idea behind Oak Essentials is centered on a “less is more” approach, and I wanted to add foundational serums that can be used morning and night.

Rip & Tan: How do you make skincare feel like a ritual versus just a routine?

Jenni Kayne: I try to take my time with it and really enjoy every moment. Sure, life gets busy, but I like using my beauty routine as a way to slow down and be present.

Rip & Tan: Can you walk us through a typical morning routine?

Jenni Kayne: I start my day with a yerba mate tea or an iced matcha latte iced with almond milk. After I have that, I’ll try to meditate. Then I wash my face and get ready for the day.

If I have extra time, I’ll make sure to foam roll. In terms of exercise, I ride horses in the morning before work and before dropping my kids off at school, and then I do Pilates and Gyrotonic two times a week in the afternoon.

When I wake up I’ll check my phone and then I won’t look at it until I’ve finished my routine, which I feel really helps me start my day off on the right foot.

Rip & Tan: In terms of wellness and self-care, what does an ideal evening look like for you?

Jenni Kayne: I’ll take bath with my son, Trooper, and put a face mask on. Sometimes I’ll sauna before that depending on if I have time. Then, I wash my face, apply my Nightly Retinol Serum, and moisturize with the Ritual Oil and Moisture Rich Balm. I also like to use my red light, which is next to my bed, to help with inflammation.

I also can’t fall asleep until I’ve had my Calm magnesium drink or Moon Juice’s Magnesi-Om.

Rip & Tan: What’s one piece of beauty advice you would give your younger self?

Jenni Kayne: Stay out of the sun, and more importantly, keep your face out of the sun!