Skincare Routine Insights

Introduction

• Focus on progression over perfection in skincare.
• Acknowledge confusion caused by conflicting skincare advice.

Reasons Your Skincare Routine May Not Be Effective

1. Not Cleansing in the Morning

• Common belief: only splash with water in the morning.
• Personal approach varies by season:
  • Winter: Prefer not to cleanse due to dry skin.
  • Summer: Cleansing twice a day with a foaming cleanser.
• If using heavy leave-on products overnight, consider cleansing in the morning.
• Individual circumstances matter; adjust routine based on skin type and concerns.
• For oily skin: proper cleansing is essential, especially if breaking out.

2. Overthinking Product Layering

• Obsession with the order of applying skincare products.
• Influenced by the K-beauty routine and rise of single-ingredient products.
• Not every product needs a strict order; many can be layered flexibly.
• Importance of using sunscreen last and considering skin reactions to layering.

3. Misconceptions About Packaging

• Clinical packaging (e.g., CeraVe) does not equate to product efficacy.
• Many good products have appealing packaging; quality isn’t determined by appearance.
• Consumers often cling to recommendations based on branding rather than personal effectiveness.

4. Using Too Many Single Ingredient Products

• While single-ingredient products are not inherently bad, excess can complicate routines.
• Simpler routines tend to yield better results.
• Full formulations that combine ingredients can be more effective and simplify the skincare process.
  • Example: Serums that combine Niacinamide, Azelaic Acid, and Hyaluronic Acid for multiple benefits.
• Advocating for combining serums to streamline skincare routines and achieve specific goals.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to assess and simplify skincare routines.
• Invitation for feedback on changes in personal skincare approaches.