When it comes to your skin, sometimes simple is best. Marketing efforts and social media posts can make us feel like weneed to add yet another facial mist or a trending eye cream to our routine. In reality, what matters most is that you are choosing the right topical formulas and being consistent with your routine – even if you are only using a few products!
Why Choose Simplicity
There’s a lot of benefits to taking a more simplistic approach to your skincare routine. First and foremost, there’s the ease factor. While routines with ten or more steps have become popular, they aren’t exactly practical. It’s hard to be consistent when you’re expecting yourself to follow a lengthy routine morning and night. When you have a relatively short and sweet skincare routine, you’re more likely to actually stick with it in the long term (and actually continue to see results!).
Beyond the time you put into your routine, you also have to consider the money. The more products you use in your routine, the higher your skincare budget will be. Let’s face it – this isn’t always feasible!
Plus, there’s the sustainability side of the matter. By using just a small selection of products you know you love, you’re more likely to use up all the formulas you’re using, reducing your risk of creating unnecessary waste.
Quality Over Quantity
More is not always better. Achieving and maintaining healthy, beautiful skin doesn’t require you to use a ton of different products. What actually matters is that you’re using formulas made with high-performance ingredients that have been proven to deliver visible results.
Ultimately, one serum formulated with science-backed ingredients will take you much further than three serums loaded with fillers or trendy ingredients that haven’t actually been researched. By being mindful about the products that you’re choosing, you can create a simple, straightforward routine that unlocks unbelievable results.
Building Your Simple Skincare Routine
If you’re ready to take a simple approach to your skincare routine, let’s talk about the core products that you’ll need. Everyone should have a cleanser, serum, and moisturizer in their arsenal, as well as a sunscreen to use during the day.
When it comes to cleansing, most people can just use one gentle face wash both morning and night. The same can be said of a moisturizer – there’s no need to use a different formula morning and night if you don’t want to! For the best results, choose formulas that are specifically made for your skin type.
Next up is your serum – the secret weapon to any simple skincare routine. Serums are formulated with potent concentrations of active ingredients, and are designed to tackle specific skin concerns. For optimal results, you’ll want to look for a high-quality serum that addresses the issues you may have.
A vitamin C serum is perfect for a simple skincare routine, as the multitasker addresses multiple concerns. Our Vitamin C Boost Serum (which can be used twice a day if desired) expertly combines vitamin C with other science-backed antioxidants that work to diminish signs of aging while brightening the complexion and defending the skin against free radical damage.
We also love a hyaluronic acid serum for anyone in need of a hydration boost. The Hyaluronic Pure Boost Serum is super gentle on the skin, and helps to deliver deep hydration while still feeling light on the complexion.
If you want to use more than one serum while still keeping your routine simple, you can consider layering your serums (our Vitamin C Boost Serum and Hyaluronic Pure Boost Serum can be safely used at the same time!). Alternatively, consider using one in the morning and the other at night.
