5 Skincare Tips That Saved My Skin

So, a little while ago, I fell into the #SkinTok rabbit hole and tried out a viral skincare product that promised miracles. Spoiler alert: it did NOT work for me. Yikes, right?

My skin freaked out and I ended up with breakouts all over. If you want to know the whole #SkinTok debacle, check out this post. It's safe to say that the brand is forever cancelled by me. *wink*

Anyway, after some trial and error, my skin is finally on the mend. I've still got some scarring here and there, but overall, my skin has cleared up and I'm pretty happy with it now. Here are the five skincare tips that made a world of difference for me:

1. Less is more

When my skin was freaking out, I knew I had to strip my routine down to the basics and minimal routine. No new experiments, no trendy serums, just the basics I know and trust. Less is definitely more, especially if you're dealing with breakouts. Here's the routine that saved my skin:

1. Double cleanse: I used my trusted cleansing oil followed by a gentle, low pH gel cleanser.
2. Serum: A spot treatment for acne and scars.
3. Moisturize: A light, gentle moisturizer that absorbs easily.
4. Exfoliate: A chemical exfoliant to improve texture and scars without being too harsh.
5. Protect: SPF 50+ PA+++. Seriously, sunscreen is a game-changer.

2. Letting my skin breathe

I took a break from makeup, and my skin thanked me for it. I felt a bit self-conscious at first not gonna lie (thank goodness for masks!), but clearer skin was totally worth it. The temptation to cover acne and scars with makeup is real, but just so you know, makeup can clog pores and make things worse. If you must wear makeup, make sure to clean your brushes and sponges regularly and remove makeup as soon as you can!

3. Stop touching my face

This one was tough for me. Just FYI, the more you touch your face, the more bacteria you introduce, leading to more breakouts. YES. And picking at pimples? A big no-no. I used acne spot treatments like this one or opted for medicated pimple patches instead of picking, and it made a huge difference.

4. Always wear sunscreen

One thing I've done right is to wear sunscreen every single day. Rain or shine, indoors or outdoors, I wore it every single day. Sunscreen protects your skin from harmful UV rays and prevents scars from getting darker. So, slap on that SPF 50+ and don't forget to reapply throughout the day.

5. Be consistent

Consistency is key. I stuck to my minimal skincare routine religiously. Instead of a bunch of different products, I focused on a few essentials: sunscreen, exfoliant, cleansing products, and moisturizer. I also cut down on sugar and dairy, drinking mostly water and kombucha.

After just a few weeks, I noticed a big improvement, and now my skin is almost back to its clear, happy self. No more active breakouts, no more bumpy skin, just a few scars left to heal! These five skincare tips made a world of difference for me. Even as my skin continues to heal, these lessons will stick with me.

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Do you have any skincare tips that worked wonders for you?