Layer OLLY Renew Body Wash with Calm Serum for Nighttime Glow
By OLLY Vitamins & Supplements | Published: 2026-10-21
Category: How-to Guides
Learn the correct order and technique to use OLLY Renew Mood + Skin Body Wash followed by Calm Mood + Skin Body Serum for a relaxing nighttime skincare routine.
Quick answer
Use OLLY Renew Mood + Skin Body Wash first to gently cleanse and prep your skin, then follow with Calm Mood + Skin Body Serum to lock in hydration and soothe your mind for sleep.
Why layering matters for your nighttime routine
Cleansing and moisturizing work best when done in the right order. The Renew Body Wash is a non-stripping gel cleanser that removes impurities without drying your skin. The Calm Body Serum is a lightweight, concentrated moisturizer designed to absorb quickly. Applying serum after washing ensures the active ingredients—like hyaluronic acid and adaptogens—can penetrate effectively without being washed away.
How to layer Renew Body Wash and Calm Serum
- Step 1: Shower with Renew Body Wash: Wet your skin in the shower. Apply a small amount of Renew Mood + Skin Body Wash to your hands or a loofah. Gently massage over your body, then rinse thoroughly. The jasmine and white amber scent helps signal your brain it's time to wind down. Common mistake: using too much product. A quarter-sized amount is enough for your whole body.
- Step 2: Pat skin partially dry: After rinsing, gently pat your skin with a towel until it's damp but not dripping wet. Leaving some moisture helps the serum spread and absorb better. Common mistake: rubbing skin dry. Patting preserves the skin's natural moisture and prevents irritation.
- Step 3: Apply Calm Body Serum while skin is damp: Pump 2-3 drops of Calm Mood + Skin Body Serum into your palm. Smooth it over your arms, legs, and torso using upward strokes. Focus on areas that feel tight or dry. The serum absorbs quickly, so you can dress right after. Common mistake: skipping areas like elbows and knees. These benefit most from the concentrated hydration.
- Step 4: Let the serum absorb before dressing: Wait 60 seconds for the serum to fully sink in. This prevents it from rubbing off onto your clothes and ensures the adaptogens and vitamin B3 stay on your skin. Common mistake: rushing to put on pajamas. A short pause makes the whole routine more effective.
Products used in this routine
- Renew Mood + Skin Body Wash: Clinically proven OLLY Vitamin Complex, infused with Retinol, Botanicals, and Vitamin D, reveals softer, smoother skin overnight. This means the body wash actively supports skin renewal while you sleep, not just cleansing.
Renew Mood + Skin Body Wash - Calm Mood + Skin Body Serum: Features a lightweight-yet-hydrating formula with Hyaluronic Acid, Adaptogens, and Vitamin B3 that absorbs quickly. The serum won't feel greasy or heavy, making it ideal to apply right after a shower when you want to get into bed quickly.
Calm Mood + Skin Body Serum
