In our pursuit of perfect skin, it’s easy to fall for the promises of miracle cures and wonder elixirs. However, an overflowing bathroom cabinet full of costly products may not be the answer to achieving healthy skin. In fact, using an abundance of cosmetic chemicals could be damaging our skin barrier and microbiome, exacerbating inflammatory conditions like acne, rosacea, and eczema. It’s time to be a smarter shopper and learn to curate our skincare collection.
Board-certified dermatologists agree that less is often more when it comes to skincare. A simple routine of a cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen can often yield better results than a complicated one. Learning to read ingredient lists is key to being a savvy shopper. The higher up an ingredient appears on the list, the more concentrated it is in the product.
Saving money doesn’t mean sacrificing quality. Drugstores offer a wide range of great skincare products such as multitasking products or those containing multiple key ingredients that can accomplish the basics of any skincare regimen. Expensive moisturizers, cleansing wipes, topical collagen, astringent toners, and beaded exfoliants are all products that can be avoided. Facial oils are not a necessity but can lock in ingredients applied in prior steps of a routine.
Using less of certain products can actually benefit our skin. For example, we don’t need to use hyaluronic acid serums morning and evening, as it’s already found in nearly every moisturizer on the market. Double cleansing may not be necessary for most people, and a myriad of skin woes can stem from excessively stripping the skin of its natural oils and acid mantle.
Finally, don’t give up on a product too soon. It’s important to use them long enough to decide if they’re effective. In general, a skincare product should be used for at least two to three months before making a decision. Let’s be smart, savvy shoppers and curate our skincare collection to achieve healthy and glowing skin.
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