Skincare Tips That Don’t Require a 10-Step Routine

Beautiful People : Backstage - Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2019
Beautiful People : Backstage - Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2019 / Vittorio Zunino Celotto/GettyImages

Skincare Tips That Don’t Require a 10-Step Routine

The Overwhelm of Overcomplication

I used to believe that more steps meant better skin. My counter was lined with serums, essences, masks, and toners promising transformative results. But instead of glowing skin, I often ended up with irritation and decision fatigue.

That’s when I decided to simplify.

Less Is Often More

I focused on the essentials: cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen. When my skin felt dry, I added a gentle serum. When it felt congested, a light exfoliant. That’s it. No more layering six different actives and hoping for the best.

My skin didn’t just improve—it thrived. Consistency mattered more than complexity.

The Power of Simplicity

Simplifying my skincare routine also simplified my life. I spent less time guessing what my skin needed and more time enjoying the results. Fewer products meant fewer chances for irritation and less money spent on things that didn’t work.

Skincare doesn’t have to be a marathon. Sometimes, the best routines are the ones you can actually stick to.