True. I taught my kids to keep in mind we’re always being marketed to. Not to make them paranoid, but to give them that awareness. There is always some amount of manipulation involved in marketing products to people. A satisfied, secure person just won’t feel as compelled to buy their products. So they try to sell a dream to us.
@@brclove1I find that a face wash in the shower with a moisturizer face cleaner and face lotion after I get out and am dry works best, also after exercise just a wet washcloth
@@brclove1it’s a very personal thing, but I’ll say that, unless you have a skin disorder or something really disruptive, always always start with a physical sunscreen. You’ll probably want a simple unscented cleanser - I usually only wash my face at night because my skin seems to like that more. My skin is really dry so I also use a simple rich moisturizer. If you live in a dry or cold area, I would say to use a similar moisturizer as well. If you’re prone to acne, you will want to find the most conservative treatment that works. For example, I use the Ordinary niacinamide and zinc blemish formula, and I only put a few drops of it in my moisturizer once every few days. I avoid spot treatments as they can be super aggressive - the most I do for a problematic pimple is to put a hydro colloid sticker on it mainly to prevent anything else from irritating it. Generally, stay away from highly concentrated or scented products as they are just generally more risky and irritating. Any advice beyond what I’ve typed here should come from a qualified expert that knows you/ your skin.
Some people need extra, like if you got acne ya gonna need to use that salicylic acid or whatever. But yeah for most people with relatively healthy skin, a good lotion and sunscreen is fine.
@@Lobos222 I'm pretty much a recluse most days and likely don't get as much sun as I should for that vitamin D production. But when I know I'm gonna be in the sun for many hours I do try to remember sunblock.
@@MarshmalloweaterPatrick Bateman would not have an idol. So you’ve done a terrible job. Despite the already terrible job understanding the point of American Psycho.
Glad I found this shorts. I am concerned about my teenage daughters using multiple products on their face and hair. I keep telling them that their hair and skin are naturally good as they are in their prime youth. I tell them not to worry as long as they are active and having a healthy food habits. But they don’t pay attention to my words. Could you please do a detailed video on this topic ?
Hi......my mom is the same like you and I understand why you are concerned but the thing is that we just want our skin to look like it used to😢.......I had clear skin and facial hair on my face when I was 13......a neighbour told me that my facial hair were "too much".......that's when I got into this whole skincare thing........from home remedies of facial hair removal I went to making my skin fair to making it glass skin.......I studied hard and earned some money from my parents and spent it on "skincare" but now my skin looks terrible......it's just that I am obsessed with watching those skincare routine videos and blinding spend money on those products I got influenced and bought them
Aw this is wholesome! Personally as a teenager, I understand your daughter's concern as I was like her. I love how you advised them on being active and having a healthy diet, as it certainly helped me to turn a point. One way to persuade them, is to encourage them to have skincare, while guiding and mitigate the usage of products!
As someone who worked with skincare, I always told customers that the most important stuff is: sunscreen & a moisturizer. Most people don't need anything else than that
@@madammadonnaI assume you take showers/baths right? Do you not clean your face?? Most people don't need special face cleaners, mild soap and water in the shower is totally fine.
@@momain5483 I don't wash my face in the shower. The water that feels good for the body is too hot for the face. Mild soap instead of cleanser who is gentler? Are you joking? 🤣
If it’s due to hormones then you can take medication to suppress it. Skincare products will do absolutely ducking nothing and will likely make it worse. Source: the hundreds of acne scars on my face due to my teenage years, just go to an actual skin care professional and get medically prescribed drugs. Yes it’s expensive, yes it’s worth it.
Not all skincare is a scam tho, you "just" need to know what one needs and what not. I am greatly benefiting from using salicylic acid for my acne plus sunscreen on a every day basis. It's a shame there is so much bs out there but that doesn't mean all of skin care is shit.
There’s an implicit addition at the end of every bit of advice here “You only need a cleaner, a moisturiser and sun cream” is correct, because there’s an implicit “unless you have been given personal medical instruction that says otherwise” at the end of *everything*
you can't be sure that it's not all a scam though....some other ingredients can be found more effective than the ingredients that are found massively in the market like hylaronique acid,aha and bha ,vitamin c and the list goes on....but still they do make these products because they are more known and used amongst people,without forgetting the prices that are increasing everytime and don't blame it on inflation because it doesn't go up to that way...and they keep coming with new products containing the same ingredients but preaching that it'll do better for your skin . and above all,many ingredients used in skincare products aren't guaranteed to give you the results .
Yup I use niacinamide, retinol, AHA besides cleanser and moisturizer (to be clear I only use AHA 1-2x a week) and they really help with my enlarged pores, oiliness, and exfoliation. Added bonus retinol reduces acne, and is a real scientifically backed anti aging ingredient.
I only use Dove soap, Clarins SPF 50 and Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum. That’s all. Only have little break outs sparingly when near my period. “DON’T BULLY YOUR SKIN” I like this, thanks Doc.
I’m 37 & get mistaken as a high school senior/college student ALL THE TIME! I follow a few rules… 1-Never wear foundation. 2-No sleeping in what little makeup I do wear. 3-Keep makeup as natural as possible/no chemicals. 4-Wash face every night.(Dove soap or Tula) 5-Moisturize while face is damp. (Clinique Dramatically Different) 6-Exfoliate once a week-every other week.(Dr.Brandt’s Dermabrasion) 7- Sleep! 8-SPF tinted moisturizer when I do wear makeup. 9- don’t wear makeup every single day. Let the skin breathe!😘💋😉
A very simple routine AM: gentle cleanser. Moisturiser. Sunscreen. PM: Gentle Cleanser. Moisturiser. If you want to add an extra step that would be a retenoid at night time after moisturising. It helps skin turnover and reduces signs of ageing.
I have extremely sensitive combination skin and I use; 1. CeraVe gentle face wash for daily washing 2. PIXIE Vitamin C toner 3. Neutogena Water based moisturiser gel 4. Neutogena SPF moisturiser 5. Nip&Fab retinol fash wash once per week in the shower My skin has never looked better and I get so many compliments. Simple and gentle are key.
I kind of agree with him and kind of not at the same time. As a someone with acne problems and that has been wearing makeup regularly for 2 years, you kind of need some products for your skin. For example cleansing oil and gel helps you get the make up from yours pores or arbutin serum helps you with acne scars. But you don't need to do detailed skincare always and you don't need that much of a product. Use it when your skin needs it!
This video ought to go viral. I have seen not just influencers but also doctors promoting layers and layers of skincare products. I am surprised that not a single doc so far has told us how skin naturally exfoliates. It's news to me. Thanks for the info!
All I use is a cleanser, toner and moisturiser...I have acne prone skin and have found this helps a lot in reducing my breakages but I definately try to keep it as simple as possible
Finally..... ❤😊 Thankyou for throwing light on this .... People who have freaking 8 to 9 steps of skin care routine ... And abuse their skin on a daily basis..... So many unnecessary procedures ... Please leave your skin to be free ...
I use retinol ***so infrequently*** and otherwise its gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid while my skin is wet, moisturiser and sunscreen if I go outside. My skin appreciates it. If I use the retinol too many times a week I break out 😅
I love how EVERYONE commenting is justifying how they do it right. Yet, skincare products is a multi billion dollar industry.. SOMEONE is buying all that nonsense.
True. Vanity costs money. They made people so scared of aging and imposed AI images of non-existing perfection obtained with filters on social media that everyone feels the need to buy all that shyte in order to endure eternal skin irritations for the sake of was like perfect skin. Months of 'getting used to' potent, aggressive actives that destroy skin barrier. Than they need another bunch of stuff to sooth sore skin and after bathing in tretinoid, they sure need to soak in sunscreen, even if they live in Alaska during wintertime and only get out once a day, by car, at night. They persuaded people that sun is deadly and they found the way to sell them bunch of stuff that they don't really need in majority of cases and that need to be paired with sunscreen that they had hard time selling before, since people like to looked tanned.
yes that is absolutely true . I used to have severe acne on my face and through youtube i created a 6 step routine for myself and it made it more worse . Now its been a year im following 3 step skincare routine ( face wash , moisturizer and sunscreen) and i don’t even have a single pimple or scar on my face
I've had oily skin forever and exfoliating no more than twice a week has helped it massively. Sunscreen is the most important step in any skin care routine though. And not using soap.
Oily skin person here, believe me you don't need to exfoliate twice a week. It's unnecessary,if you have acne every now and then, Azeliac acid serum(lower concentration like 1 or 2%) is the best, stay away from anything that contains triglycerides ,methoxcinnimide,steric acids,Shea butter,oxybenzone etc.
@@geeperjaneit's okay to use soap to wash face, you don't need no oil cleansers unless you are wearing make up and need to remove it, do not use vinegar on your skin or scalp.
Honestly, as the king of oily skin--and we all have our routine that works--I make my own gentle soap that works very well. I don't exfoliate because I put a gentle exfoliant in the soap in the form of oatmeal--about as gentle as it gets. Your mileage and preferences may vary.
I had hormonal acne alongside oily skin since 10 years old to about 18. After learning there are hormonal disruptors and chemically derived fragrances (parfum) in nearly all products, I rid of all the unnatural crap and my skin started clearing up drastically, I also don’t really have BO due to my system being able to detoxify itself and isn’t clustered with toxins! This works for me, may not work for everyone, but going natural and simplistic has significantly helped me and the quality of my life.
Tretinoin is literally the best thing u can do for your skin along side sunscreen. Its a cheat code and that irritation just lasts few weeks till ur face gets used to it. Its so worth it. Once a day wash, tretinoin mosturiezer and sunscreen is my skin care and cant be happier.
I watched the full video when you uploaded and Im so glad I did! I’ve simplified my skin care and used other applicable tips for my skin type/diet you and your guest recommended. Thank you!!
Me : using thousands of skincare products to keep my skin good , still getting red crusty volcanoes. Meanwhile my brother : wiping his face with same side of towel which he wipes off his ass , still clear natural skin
Thats prob the time to book a derm visit. Instead of spending the money on skincare, spend it on a consultation. Definitely do your research tho cuz not all derms are great :/ so ask around X wishing you luck my friend, I've been there
My mom always told me to only wash, protect, and moisture my skin. She never told us to wear makeup or buy expensive sh*t. A simple face wash or Savon de Marseille, a light but versatile moisturizer for all seasons, and sunscreen when going outside is more than enough. Oh and an occasional weekly scrub. She’s turning 67 this year and she looks younger and better than most women her age. I’m 28 and thanks to this routine, I’m often confused for a 20yo. I’ve never worn full-face makeup. Don’t fall to consumerism and embrace what nature gave you. You’ll look better for longer.
Worried about your skin, speak to a dermatologist, DON’T turn to skincare influencers! Trust me, I had a really bad acne breakout and it all went away because I made the right choice, NOT the Internet’s choice which will keep you in a loop. Same goes for hair care etc.
True. However, there are social media dermatologists who shill their own product lines or brands they work with and usually forget to mention that, apart from skincare, they used everything what's available to them in their office each time they were there. All of them have that more or less 'stronger is better' attitude when it comes to actives and even if they don't push them openly, you can see their half used tubes of prescribed tretinoids in their videos. People admire their skin and youthful appearance not due to skincare, but to the fact that they do nip, tuck, top up and retouch several times a year. People with perfectly healthy skin are using tretinoids and peel their entire lives as a snake, having to endure never ending irritations, let alone destroyed skin barrier. But they look good. Waxy, but good. Then they need another bunch of products to soothe their sore skin and the vicious circle never ends. There is no need to bath in sunscreen if you don't live in hot climate and you don't expose you skin to direct sun for hours, during highest radiation and n daily basis. It's one thing sunbathing or working in the field in tropic climate and walking your dog in Northern Europe early mornings and afternoons. Hat, cap, shady side of the street is more than enough. Of course, if the skin is not hypersensitive due to abuse of actives. Most dermatologists are here to make you buy and hooked on buying more.
Dermatologists tell the truth which is that products like retinol are useful!! Just cause it was irritating for him, doesn’t say anything about people in general.
@@blueice011no they don’t, many popular derms who don’t do this, and recommend the less is more approach. Adding ONE extra layer of retinol is not somehow extreme. This is just silly for them to act like it’s excessive to use a few products. It’s not harmful or the experts would have said so. The derms
My skin care only moisturizer, sun screen, and facial wash. I never/ rarely wash my face with facial wash in the morning, just use water. I rarely get pimples or any skin troubles. My dermatologist said that only use what my skin need, not just what I want or any virals skin care products that I want to try.
Thank you for talking about this, way too many people are using too many products and I'm very concerned about the amount of chemicals being absorbed into their bodies. Clean eating, lots of water and rest is the best skin care. At 57 years old all I do is remove eye makeup wash the face and a little bit of moisturizer
i have a friend that has very sensitive skin plus she's very pale,and she fears products so she doesn't use anything,but i think when you have the money,just do skin cleaning at an esthetician that knows how to deal with sensitive skin (for blackheads and all).
I think this is also an important message that highlights that skincare IS still necessary. An argument that I hear a lot is "we've gone thousands of years without so we don't need it now" but the primary goal of the body is to stay alive long enough to reproduce a few times, not necessarily to live to 100 or to stay wrinkle-less. We've got penicillin, medical technology and common sense about self care to thank for that. The body is capable of a lot but helping it is not unnatural or wrong, like with glasses or braces.
@@seanathanbeanathan we've existed for 300,000 years, pretty sure most of those years were lived without proper medical care or skin care products 😂 beyond very very rudimentary substances at least.
@@21972012145525 what is your reasoning for this? Socially it's a really useful concept and people develop better when the grandparents are around, but biologically I see no advantages to this. Cite your sources if you like.
Im 30yo and since puberty, ive never had clear skin. Ive always had larger pores and acne in some capacity. It sucks and i wish i could do something about it. I dont wear make up and i have no skincare aside from washing my face with Biore in the shower.
key to skincare: be consistent, keep it basic, trial for 3 months, not a week unless immediate reaction, hydrate and eat healthy. If you wanna get advise, see a dermatologist.
If your daily skincare routine is more than 5 step, please stop it. You abuse your own skin. Cleanser, toner, moisturizer, sunscreen. Maybe can add micellar water for night routine. Also, if you want to have great skin, have healthy diet. (drink more water, eat more veggies and fruits, stop smoking/doing drug/drink alcohol, eating less junk food/fast food)
Do what makes you emotionally happy (self care) but also what makes your skin/health happy. Find that balance! (Also your bank account haha!) If you're healthy and happy and not needing that lost money, who cares. We don't have much in this life, do what makes you happy and healthy, as long as you're not hurting yourself or others! Have a great day!/gen
I've had a lot of problems with pimples, redness, acne marks and recently I had a step back in my skin at the start of the Pandemic... I had to look into products that equally worked because. I did take a turn into expensive products at first (they did fix the immediate issue) but now I'm using cheaper products that are helping my deep-rooted problems. I hope I can get rid of the texture and discoloration of my skin soon. So don't listen to people that are saying that 'you only really need a cleaner, moisturizer and sunscreen, or else you are stupid for wasting money'. Because for some, that will NOT fix their skin issues. Be smart with your money, don't do too much if you don't need it, and adjust if you notice you don't need too many steps.
I feel a lot better about myself now. I am always told by my patronizing cousins that I’m not doing enough for my skin. Looks like I don’t have to now.
Wish I listened to this advice in my teens and 20s- I bought into the skincare fad and used retin-a, vitamin c, harsh exfoliants- all of which irritated my skin barrier and caused breakouts and scars. It wasn’t until I stopped tretinoin and only focused on a basic niacinamide serum in the morning with sunscreen and a mild exfoliant at night that I saw results and healing. This advice is gold!
Dude is a doctor and shocked that an acid (tretinoin) caused irritation. He clearly needs a dermatologist of his own to teach him how to use it. My derm prescribed Cerave lotion after using a gentle cleanser, then 0.025 % tretinoin at night (after moisturizer dries), every other day for two weeks then nightly. She checked up on me at 6 weeks, I was a little dry so she added cerave healing ointment after the tret. In the day time, she gave me dapsone to use before moisturizing and using sunscreen, and I was on an oral antibiotic for 3 months. Haven’t had acne in over a year now, didn’t have any major irritation like he is talking about, and my skin looks better than ever at 41. Go to a dermatologist if you have any skin issues, don’t listen to YT doctors, they can’t actually see you.
I only wash my face every day and maybe use pore strips on my nose, but that's it. It's already hard enough to wake up. Edit: I also don't want to spend money on skin care. Don't see it as a must do. Not every gal wants to do skin care.
@@michaelcolbourn6719Don’t shower everyday, your body produces natural oils on your skin which helps it keep clear, by showering everyday you’re washing away your body’s natural oils.
even if some skincare steps are useless, it can still be nice and relaxing to do a nice self care routine, as long as you aren't destroying your skin barrier of course lol
@@acelovesdiyschristopher7023what's the point of the sunscreen? I spend about 8-10 hours a day (half of that being at night) driving around in my car with my windows down 24/7 and I never get sunburns. I'm getting in and out of the car for about 5-10 minutes at a time every 15 minutes so I'm getting a LOT of sunlight even though I'm sitting in a car most of the day. Plus we get some deadly sun where I live and I'm white as hell yet I'm still not getting burned. So why would I want sunscreen? I just don't see the point if I'm not in direct sunlight for 4+ hours a day with no shade. Especially for a doctor (and most people) who spends the VAST majority of his day indoors.
@@NotMe-ej9yzDepending on the UV index, you could burn after 15 mins exposure even on a cloudy day. When it's moderate or low, you should be good for longer with no sunscreen. Sometimes my commute is 30-40 mins, and on a high UV day, if I don't apply sunscreen beforehand, my left arm will burn. With sunscreen, it tans. It's noticeably darker than my right arm.
It isn't that I disagree, but how does that explain all the people who have gorgeous, unreal skin due to these additional products? I think it's more accurate to say it CAN disrupt your skin barrier, but it doesn't necessarily do harm.
Could be people payed to promote products or that they don't really use them but want to get views reviewing or showing their made up routine, kinda how gym related channels promote supplements they don't use or make up stupid exercises that aren't in their routine but need content to make
@@snowy4112 that's one possibility. But there are things that really work, though maybe not for everyone, like the 10(?) step Korean skincare routine. Although I think it works since like half of the steps are moisturizing to make skin glowy and plump
Filters and genetics. Some people will never break out or rarely break out regardless of what they do. As someone who used to do a whole big skincare routine, simple is way better.
Everybody has different skin that has different needs. Also alot of people I see who have unecessary stuff usually still look good because they barely needed a skincare routine to begin with
You'll probably want to add an additional sunscreen, you're very unlikely to be applying the amount of moisturizer you'd need to get the benefit from the sunscreen
@@seanathanbeanathan Do you recon that people who live in different climate and have different life styles really need for sunscreen? Why would someone who lives in Alaska and isn't outdoor type use sunscreen, especially during winter months? Since when are we persuaded that some sort of physical barrier, like hat, or simply staying in a shade is not enough? Generations before us did just fine, although sunbathing was extremely popular as well as tanned skin. it still is. That's why they couldn't sell sunscreen and had to come up with marketing trick how to sell it to everybody. Make them scared and sell them products that will make their skin so irritating and sensitive (retinoids and actives in general) so that they have to buy all that BS in bulks and to soak in it. Vit D needs sun for synthesis and that's imperative for out health. People wear strongest sunblocks and boast with healthy tan they got while wearing it. Like, dude, once you got tanned, it's already sign of sun damage. If you were wearing hat, that wouldn't happen. I'm yet to see a person with tan that developed under the hat, parasol, or in any shade.
People are constantly asking me how my skin is so beautiful and how I get the glow. I don't have a skincare routine, I wash my face in the shower with a gentle cleanser and moisturize, use sunscreen. I don't wear foundation makeup. These million step skincare regimens and makeup cause the problems they claim to solve.
I’ve used Vaseline as a moisturiser for years and washed my face with either soap or a face wash. I’m 53 next month and can honestly say I don’t have a single wrinkle on my face.
I'm so glad, Ive started getting into trying to care for my skin and hair and knowing that me cutting back wasn't be chickening out. I tried a retinol cream (thinking it was just a simple moisturizer) read that it was really good for the skin and then was harshly met with burning and took it off after only a few minutes. Now I just use a moisturizer and wash with water (sunscreen only when I go out so not often) but everyone online had a multi-step million piece program and it was a little much
I'm happy to see this message being spread more, I always couch my skincare talks with, this probably won't help you but it's what I do. Because I'm one of those people who because of genetics really does have to beat their skin into submission on a semi-regular basis. At one point I had a prescription ointment that I applied at night and wiped off on the morning it was functionally diluted bleach I had to use old sheets that I didn't mind being bleached as well as a t-shirt I didn't mind bleaching to hell and back and a face cloth that I didn't mind getting bleached. It worked really well but it also bleached those products and when I finished the tube I didn't get it renewed and started trying to find a routine that works for me. I need good both physical and chemical exfoliation included in my routine fairly regularly otherwise I get cystic acne on my face as well as my chest and back. It's genetic for me, my grandfather had it and had facial scars from how bad it got for him in his youth one of my brother's had it and needed to use medicated soap for a time and I have it. For me it's just learning to balance when I need to beat my skin up a little and when it needs to get some moisture added back in after beating it up because when it's bad my routine is definitely harsh enough to dry out my skin and leaving it overly dry wouldn't help either. If a person who didn't have my problems tried my skin routine they'd be doing ridiculous amounts of damage to their skin and would probably end up with more problems than they started with. But for me it's one of the only ways to prevent painful break outs at least if I don't want to go back to bleaching my sleep wear or using a medication that can have permanent impacts on your skin that on your face are great but the rest of your body not so much
Skin type, genetics, environment, diet, etc all play a part. As a person with dry skin living in a country with stupid long winters, I moisturize the heck out of my skin but truly the best skin I ever had was when I was super fit and worked in a greenhouse! Natural sauna, lots of sweating, drank so much water.
hun,i hope it stays like that but i want to tell you that if some people did as you they wouldn't have your skin,i grew up having really oily skin that had a bit of pimples but they were bumpy ,big and painful,and my cousins who were the same as you was "i don't put anything on my face and look at me,why don't you do the same",when i did so,i got huge enlarged pores,whiteheads,acne and blackheads .so skin is different,just like genetics❤
@@redleather9222 Same. I kind of get sad when I see people saying this, to be honest. It makes me feel like there's something wrong with me that I can't keep my skin clear by just washing it.
I'm actually glad to hear this cause I do the same routine as him. I feel like it's pushed that we all need complex skincare routines when for a lot of people simple is better :)
Yes! I have always had sensitive, dry skin and tried hundreds of expensive products, what works best? Mild exfoliant once per week, plain £2 rose water every day really calms and reduces my redness, sunscreen and coconut oil (I know there’s debate about it blocking pores but it’s honestly the best moisturiser I’ve ever used on my skin and have never had issues). I also use vitamin e oil on the rare occasion I get a blemish and it’s gone the next day. Simple, natural and cheap.
Thanks for this! I put moisturising oil that I make (helps mostly prevent acne on me, and I'm covered in dirt all day, so the oils keep most of it from getting into my pores), sunscreen, and exfoliant once a week that I make. This makes me feel good that I'm listening to my body.
I have Pretty oily skin but all I do is take makeup off, Wash my face, and then I do moisturizer or acne cream. I do not do both of them on the same night thought. I do moisturizer for two nights then switch and do acne cream for two nights. My skin is very smooth and looks really good with me doing this. I hope what I’m doing is alright.
@@fbmbassist I only moisturize when my skin feels dry but not every day; also I do not wear any makeup like foundation and if I’m going to be outside I wear a sunscreen specifically for the face
I do the same. Just wash my face with warm water unless there is an immediate need for moisture or sunblock. No make-up. I have never needed all these potions that create needs for new potions.
Wish that was me. Back when I used to do that, my face was basically one large pimple. Improved with a standard three-step routine, but not by much. Got a little better with salicylic acid serum, but still quite a bit of acne. Niacinamide made an impact, but it was Retinol that made a huge impact. But even using all this, I still have 2 or so pimples on my face at any given time. Not to mention the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation + ice pick scarring left over. Niacinamide helps with the former, and recently so does vit C. Gone on Accutane, so maybe this can be the thing that finally fully cures it.
I've often gotten compliments about my skin and people will then ask about my daily routine. When I tell them I just wash with soap and water, they either don't believe me or scoff and tell me I'm going to ruin my skin if I don't start at least moisturizing. Yeah, nah, it's working for me so please don't be offended if I don't take your advice.
I use water only (plus CeraVe if it's dry here in CO ) and I get mistaken for being the youngest at work when I am actually over 40. I think it's largely about genetics.
I've benefitted greatly from following the skincare community. It has helped my skin health and self esteem. This is very black/white thinking and your discretion is key as a consumer.
Finally someone spoke the truth. I'm so done with these fake social media influencers.I believe only healthy lifestyle and locally grown brands only works
THANK YOU! THANK YOUUU!! I was jusr hell tired of all these skincare influences promoting pretty packagings. I tortured my skin a lot. But finally, I am done with the "bullying". I simply use what i need. A cleanser and a moisturizing sunscreen. I use retinol at night for its anti aging effects and monthly or weekly do a peel off mask coz my skin is oily as fuck
I used so many products in the past that I had super sensitive skin, ended up finding out my skin was better using just cleanser moisturiser & spf 🙃 I've added in some actives (salicylic acid in my cleanser and using peroxide gel as needed) and find that it's ok just using a mild exfoliant and mild antibacterial product. I don't even wash twice a day (I found that sensitising even with the mildest cleanser), just spf AM and the rest PM.
The products are also affecting the gut biome as well. There have been several studies, the first coming from the University of Oregon, Eugene, that show what we put on our skin affects our gut health.
My acne actually cleared when i stopped washing my face! Yes, you read right! I very rarely wash my face with anything but water. And i have only the occasional hormonal zit. Once i let my skin do it's thing, it started being healthy.
Always remember: the companies make a new product and then tell you that you NEED it to stay healthy
...damaging your skin, thus you feel the need to treat it further, spending more money on useless products, repeating the cycle
True. I taught my kids to keep in mind we’re always being marketed to. Not to make them paranoid, but to give them that awareness. There is always some amount of manipulation involved in marketing products to people. A satisfied, secure person just won’t feel as compelled to buy their products. So they try to sell a dream to us.
I always awnser to myself I was fine before it why do I need it now?
I don't and just keep going
Correct
Never listen to an advertisement, always only respond to your needs
I figured the best skin care is sleeping a lot.
And hydration. Sleep and hydration.
And avoiding sugar and bad fats 👀
I did that a ton as a child!
@@Portia620that's why child's skin is healthy and chewy.
Dont forget sunscreen! Uv rays suck
As a Retired Licensed Esthetician…. Preach It DOC! He is 100% right! Keep it simple!
so what do you recommend to use
@@brclove1I find that a face wash in the shower with a moisturizer face cleaner and face lotion after I get out and am dry works best, also after exercise just a wet washcloth
@@brclove1it’s a very personal thing, but I’ll say that, unless you have a skin disorder or something really disruptive, always always start with a physical sunscreen.
You’ll probably want a simple unscented cleanser - I usually only wash my face at night because my skin seems to like that more.
My skin is really dry so I also use a simple rich moisturizer. If you live in a dry or cold area, I would say to use a similar moisturizer as well.
If you’re prone to acne, you will want to find the most conservative treatment that works. For example, I use the Ordinary niacinamide and zinc blemish formula, and I only put a few drops of it in my moisturizer once every few days. I avoid spot treatments as they can be super aggressive - the most I do for a problematic pimple is to put a hydro colloid sticker on it mainly to prevent anything else from irritating it.
Generally, stay away from highly concentrated or scented products as they are just generally more risky and irritating.
Any advice beyond what I’ve typed here should come from a qualified expert that knows you/ your skin.
@@brclove1Lol water and a mild exfoliating pad.
@@brclove1just wash your face night & day
I only night
And use sunscreen that’s it ❤
As an advertising student we are literally taught how to invent a need for a product
Cough*covidjab*cough
Good to know my minimal effort skin care is actually better for my skin than what's pushed lol.
Same
depends on ur skin type tbh definitely dont go overboard with it though
Some people need extra, like if you got acne ya gonna need to use that salicylic acid or whatever. But yeah for most people with relatively healthy skin, a good lotion and sunscreen is fine.
That depends. Do you spend allot of time in the sun without sunblock? Then your minimal is not ideal.
@@Lobos222 I'm pretty much a recluse most days and likely don't get as much sun as I should for that vitamin D production. But when I know I'm gonna be in the sun for many hours I do try to remember sunblock.
My best skin care routines : Drink enough water , happy meditation, and sleep.
Patrick Bateman is punching the air right now
aye man, like the name
@@Marshmalloweaterthat screams no father
His routine isn’t nearly as drastic as skincare influencers.
@@MarshmalloweaterPatrick Bateman would not have an idol. So you’ve done a terrible job.
Despite the already terrible job understanding the point of American Psycho.
lol 😂
Glad I found this shorts. I am concerned about my teenage daughters using multiple products on their face and hair. I keep telling them that their hair and skin are naturally good as they are in their prime youth. I tell them not to worry as long as they are active and having a healthy food habits. But they don’t pay attention to my words. Could you please do a detailed video on this topic ?
Hi......my mom is the same like you and I understand why you are concerned but the thing is that we just want our skin to look like it used to😢.......I had clear skin and facial hair on my face when I was 13......a neighbour told me that my facial hair were "too much".......that's when I got into this whole skincare thing........from home remedies of facial hair removal I went to making my skin fair to making it glass skin.......I studied hard and earned some money from my parents and spent it on "skincare" but now my skin looks terrible......it's just that I am obsessed with watching those skincare routine videos and blinding spend money on those products I got influenced and bought them
Aw this is wholesome! Personally as a teenager, I understand your daughter's concern as I was like her. I love how you advised them on being active and having a healthy diet, as it certainly helped me to turn a point. One way to persuade them, is to encourage them to have skincare, while guiding and mitigate the usage of products!
There’s plenty of resources on the internet for this. Make them learn about the *why* rather than just telling them.
@@kavitasharma9378. ❤❤❤
@@ribboki ❤❤❤
As someone who worked with skincare, I always told customers that the most important stuff is: sunscreen & a moisturizer. Most people don't need anything else than that
No cleanser??????
@@madammadonna most people genuinely don't need a cleanser and in some cases they can exacerbate skin problems by irritating your skin.
@@DemMedHornene so put on cream and sunscreen, but don't wash it off?
Maybe it can suit teenagers, but not adults..
@@madammadonnaI assume you take showers/baths right? Do you not clean your face?? Most people don't need special face cleaners, mild soap and water in the shower is totally fine.
@@momain5483 I don't wash my face in the shower. The water that feels good for the body is too hot for the face. Mild soap instead of cleanser who is gentler? Are you joking? 🤣
*hormonal acne enters the chat*
If it’s due to hormones then you can take medication to suppress it. Skincare products will do absolutely ducking nothing and will likely make it worse.
Source: the hundreds of acne scars on my face due to my teenage years, just go to an actual skin care professional and get medically prescribed drugs. Yes it’s expensive, yes it’s worth it.
They give an exception to medical conditions like acne. She literally just said that.
What are you supposed to do then?😢
@@arunthathypv2296hormonal issues are usually pretty hard to solve but eating healthy and daily exercise are a step in the right direction.
@@RKNancy Thank you, I will exercise.
“SIMPLE IS BETTER!” 🗣️
my school said the same thing about the sec ed students
Occam's razor🎉🎉🎉
Praying for you!❤
Preach!
Cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen sounds like it. Still though, it’s not like I know if my skin needs more so I need to figure that out ig.
Drinking water is also one of the best things you can do for your skin. 😊
Not all skincare is a scam tho, you "just" need to know what one needs and what not. I am greatly benefiting from using salicylic acid for my acne plus sunscreen on a every day basis. It's a shame there is so much bs out there but that doesn't mean all of skin care is shit.
Yeah, basically treat your skin like health and it'll work out in the end
Exactly
There’s an implicit addition at the end of every bit of advice here
“You only need a cleaner, a moisturiser and sun cream” is correct, because there’s an implicit “unless you have been given personal medical instruction that says otherwise” at the end of *everything*
you can't be sure that it's not all a scam though....some other ingredients can be found more effective than the ingredients that are found massively in the market like hylaronique acid,aha and bha ,vitamin c and the list goes on....but still they do make these products because they are more known and used amongst people,without forgetting the prices that are increasing everytime and don't blame it on inflation because it doesn't go up to that way...and they keep coming with new products containing the same ingredients but preaching that it'll do better for your skin .
and above all,many ingredients used in skincare products aren't guaranteed to give you the results .
Yup I use niacinamide, retinol, AHA besides cleanser and moisturizer (to be clear I only use AHA 1-2x a week) and they really help with my enlarged pores, oiliness, and exfoliation. Added bonus retinol reduces acne, and is a real scientifically backed anti aging ingredient.
I only use Dove soap, Clarins SPF 50 and Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum. That’s all. Only have little break outs sparingly when near my period. “DON’T BULLY YOUR SKIN” I like this, thanks Doc.
OMG HER VOICE IS GOLDDDD
I was looking for this comment, and I totally agree
Annoying to me
I was wondering if somebody also thinks like that! Her voice is so calming 🥰
s i m p
You guys are such simps
I’m 37 & get mistaken as a high school senior/college student ALL THE TIME! I follow a few rules… 1-Never wear foundation. 2-No sleeping in what little makeup I do wear. 3-Keep makeup as natural as possible/no chemicals. 4-Wash face every night.(Dove soap or Tula) 5-Moisturize while face is damp. (Clinique Dramatically Different) 6-Exfoliate once a week-every other week.(Dr.Brandt’s Dermabrasion) 7- Sleep! 8-SPF tinted moisturizer when I do wear makeup. 9- don’t wear makeup every single day. Let the skin breathe!😘💋😉
Thank God someone finally said it. These influencers are ridiculous with the amount of products they put on their skin.
A very simple routine
AM: gentle cleanser. Moisturiser. Sunscreen.
PM: Gentle Cleanser. Moisturiser.
If you want to add an extra step that would be a retenoid at night time after moisturising. It helps skin turnover and reduces signs of ageing.
I suddenly feel a lot better about my lack of skin care routine 😂
Moisturise.Moisturise.Moisturise .
I have extremely sensitive combination skin and I use;
1. CeraVe gentle face wash for daily washing
2. PIXIE Vitamin C toner
3. Neutogena Water based moisturiser gel
4. Neutogena SPF moisturiser
5. Nip&Fab retinol fash wash once per week in the shower
My skin has never looked better and I get so many compliments. Simple and gentle are key.
This is super satisfying to listen to.
I kind of agree with him and kind of not at the same time. As a someone with acne problems and that has been wearing makeup regularly for 2 years, you kind of need some products for your skin. For example cleansing oil and gel helps you get the make up from yours pores or arbutin serum helps you with acne scars. But you don't need to do detailed skincare always and you don't need that much of a product. Use it when your skin needs it!
I'm a grandma with zero wrinkles.
I wash with warm water only and I keep the sun off my face.
Gave up smoking 40 years ago.
Some people with acne scars, dry skin, and other conditions are not so lucky
@@Thom35UO many skin issues are actually caused by cleansing and toning regimes.
@@dshe8637 ah yes my hormonal acne and psoriasis is caused by cleansing and toning regimes
@@dshe8637I’ve tried not washing my face and using skincare and it made my skin break out and burn & crack. Not everyone’s skin is the same
@@Warmest.Lavender you need to stop using anything not just cleanser. If u continue using skincare then your skin microbiom is compromised
This video ought to go viral. I have seen not just influencers but also doctors promoting layers and layers of skincare products. I am surprised that not a single doc so far has told us how skin naturally exfoliates. It's news to me. Thanks for the info!
You clearly haven't watch Dr. Dray.
All I use is a cleanser, toner and moisturiser...I have acne prone skin and have found this helps a lot in reducing my breakages but I definately try to keep it as simple as possible
Alcohol free toner like that rosehip witch hazel stuff?
What about blackheads on da nose?
@robosing225 For blackheads you might need a cleanser with salicylic acid
What about sunscreen?
@@efflorescentcrystal my moisturiser has spf in :)
Try azelaic acid. I had some spots here and there and with it, I don't have any 🤗
Now days product is created first and then sold to the problem that never existed
Finally..... ❤😊 Thankyou for throwing light on this .... People who have freaking 8 to 9 steps of skin care routine ... And abuse their skin on a daily basis..... So many unnecessary procedures ... Please leave your skin to be free ...
A moisturizer, and sunscreen,and no smoking or drinking alcohol... The elixir of youth, right there.
I use retinol ***so infrequently*** and otherwise its gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid while my skin is wet, moisturiser and sunscreen if I go outside. My skin appreciates it. If I use the retinol too many times a week I break out 😅
"simple is better"
this has a very simple yet deep meaning... it made me think alot about my everyday life decisions
I love how EVERYONE commenting is justifying how they do it right. Yet, skincare products is a multi billion dollar industry.. SOMEONE is buying all that nonsense.
Why nonsense? She said that some need more than 3 steps and those 3 steps are skincare...
True. Vanity costs money. They made people so scared of aging and imposed AI images of non-existing perfection obtained with filters on social media that everyone feels the need to buy all that shyte in order to endure eternal skin irritations for the sake of was like perfect skin. Months of 'getting used to' potent, aggressive actives that destroy skin barrier. Than they need another bunch of stuff to sooth sore skin and after bathing in tretinoid, they sure need to soak in sunscreen, even if they live in Alaska during wintertime and only get out once a day, by car, at night. They persuaded people that sun is deadly and they found the way to sell them bunch of stuff that they don't really need in majority of cases and that need to be paired with sunscreen that they had hard time selling before, since people like to looked tanned.
yes that is absolutely true . I used to have severe acne on my face and through youtube i created a 6 step routine for myself and it made it more worse . Now its been a year im following 3 step skincare routine ( face wash , moisturizer and sunscreen) and i don’t even have a single pimple or scar on my face
What sunscreen do you use ?
neutrogena suncreen
Same for me. I switched to the same routine as yours, and that did wonders for skin. So yeah simple is better.
I've had oily skin forever and exfoliating no more than twice a week has helped it massively.
Sunscreen is the most important step in any skin care routine though. And not using soap.
What do you use in place if soap for showers? I've heard of oil washing, water only washing, vinegar rinses, etc.
@@geeperjanegood cleanser
Oily skin person here, believe me you don't need to exfoliate twice a week. It's unnecessary,if you have acne every now and then, Azeliac acid serum(lower concentration like 1 or 2%) is the best, stay away from anything that contains triglycerides ,methoxcinnimide,steric acids,Shea butter,oxybenzone etc.
@@geeperjaneit's okay to use soap to wash face, you don't need no oil cleansers unless you are wearing make up and need to remove it, do not use vinegar on your skin or scalp.
Honestly, as the king of oily skin--and we all have our routine that works--I make my own gentle soap that works very well.
I don't exfoliate because I put a gentle exfoliant in the soap in the form of oatmeal--about as gentle as it gets.
Your mileage and preferences may vary.
I had hormonal acne alongside oily skin since 10 years old to about 18. After learning there are hormonal disruptors and chemically derived fragrances (parfum) in nearly all products, I rid of all the unnatural crap and my skin started clearing up drastically, I also don’t really have BO due to my system being able to detoxify itself and isn’t clustered with toxins! This works for me, may not work for everyone, but going natural and simplistic has significantly helped me and the quality of my life.
I cry myself to sleep everyday and wakeup like I've done a 20 step skincare routine.
Yeah crying is like everything..cleanser, it exfoliates, lighetens..skin and makes is ohh so baby soft supple... 😅😅
That lady's voice is so soothing
Tretinoin is literally the best thing u can do for your skin along side sunscreen. Its a cheat code and that irritation just lasts few weeks till ur face gets used to it. Its so worth it. Once a day wash, tretinoin mosturiezer and sunscreen is my skin care and cant be happier.
Retinol is key. If used consistently over the years, it's the best thing you can do for your skin!
@@asthasingh48 yes thats what i said, tretinoin is just retinol on steroids, is a hell of a lot more potent and stronger then retinols.
@@akilbarboni4198 yes i know! I was reiterating what you just said :) Be it Tretinoin or retinol either is great to have in your skin care routine.
I watched the full video when you uploaded and Im so glad I did! I’ve simplified my skin care and used other applicable tips for my skin type/diet you and your guest recommended. Thank you!!
Me : using thousands of skincare products to keep my skin good , still getting red crusty volcanoes.
Meanwhile my brother : wiping his face with same side of towel which he wipes off his ass , still clear natural skin
Have you tried doing the same thing he does
It's hormonal
@@feuerling😂
Thats prob the time to book a derm visit. Instead of spending the money on skincare, spend it on a consultation. Definitely do your research tho cuz not all derms are great :/ so ask around X wishing you luck my friend, I've been there
My mom always told me to only wash, protect, and moisture my skin. She never told us to wear makeup or buy expensive sh*t. A simple face wash or Savon de Marseille, a light but versatile moisturizer for all seasons, and sunscreen when going outside is more than enough. Oh and an occasional weekly scrub. She’s turning 67 this year and she looks younger and better than most women her age. I’m 28 and thanks to this routine, I’m often confused for a 20yo. I’ve never worn full-face makeup. Don’t fall to consumerism and embrace what nature gave you. You’ll look better for longer.
Worried about your skin, speak to a dermatologist, DON’T turn to skincare influencers!
Trust me, I had a really bad acne breakout and it all went away because I made the right choice, NOT the Internet’s choice which will keep you in a loop.
Same goes for hair care etc.
True. However, there are social media dermatologists who shill their own product lines or brands they work with and usually forget to mention that, apart from skincare, they used everything what's available to them in their office each time they were there. All of them have that more or less 'stronger is better' attitude when it comes to actives and even if they don't push them openly, you can see their half used tubes of prescribed tretinoids in their videos. People admire their skin and youthful appearance not due to skincare, but to the fact that they do nip, tuck, top up and retouch several times a year. People with perfectly healthy skin are using tretinoids and peel their entire lives as a snake, having to endure never ending irritations, let alone destroyed skin barrier. But they look good. Waxy, but good. Then they need another bunch of products to soothe their sore skin and the vicious circle never ends. There is no need to bath in sunscreen if you don't live in hot climate and you don't expose you skin to direct sun for hours, during highest radiation and n daily basis. It's one thing sunbathing or working in the field in tropic climate and walking your dog in Northern Europe early mornings and afternoons. Hat, cap, shady side of the street is more than enough. Of course, if the skin is not hypersensitive due to abuse of actives. Most dermatologists are here to make you buy and hooked on buying more.
Dermatologists tell the truth which is that products like retinol are useful!!
Just cause it was irritating for him, doesn’t say anything about people in general.
@@blueice011no they don’t, many popular derms who don’t do this, and recommend the less is more approach. Adding ONE extra layer of retinol is not somehow extreme.
This is just silly for them to act like it’s excessive to use a few products. It’s not harmful or the experts would have said so. The derms
@yamaagamingytDr Dray is your derm. Best wishes🧛🏻♀️🖤
@@blueice011 i think they meant a dermatologist in a clinic, not on social media
her voice is so beautiful man
My skin care only moisturizer, sun screen, and facial wash. I never/ rarely wash my face with facial wash in the morning, just use water. I rarely get pimples or any skin troubles. My dermatologist said that only use what my skin need, not just what I want or any virals skin care products that I want to try.
Thank you for talking about this, way too many people are using too many products and I'm very concerned about the amount of chemicals being absorbed into their bodies. Clean eating, lots of water and rest is the best skin care. At 57 years old all I do is remove eye makeup wash the face and a little bit of moisturizer
I have super sensitive skin. My husbands makes me an unscented coconut oil soap… and I just wash my face with that. Works just fine for me
i have a friend that has very sensitive skin plus she's very pale,and she fears products so she doesn't use anything,but i think when you have the money,just do skin cleaning at an esthetician that knows how to deal with sensitive skin (for blackheads and all).
I just use dove soap. It's really gentle on the skin and doesn't break the bank to buy
“Bullying our skin”. What a phrase
I think this is also an important message that highlights that skincare IS still necessary. An argument that I hear a lot is "we've gone thousands of years without so we don't need it now" but the primary goal of the body is to stay alive long enough to reproduce a few times, not necessarily to live to 100 or to stay wrinkle-less. We've got penicillin, medical technology and common sense about self care to thank for that. The body is capable of a lot but helping it is not unnatural or wrong, like with glasses or braces.
That argument is also wrong, we've had cosmetics and skin care for thousands of years 😂
@@seanathanbeanathan we've existed for 300,000 years, pretty sure most of those years were lived without proper medical care or skin care products 😂 beyond very very rudimentary substances at least.
That’s not true. We’re programmed to live to have grandchildren (at least). Hence menopause
@@21972012145525 what is your reasoning for this? Socially it's a really useful concept and people develop better when the grandparents are around, but biologically I see no advantages to this. Cite your sources if you like.
Being wrinkleless is unnecessary. Kinda dumb to compare cosmetics to penicllin.
Im 30yo and since puberty, ive never had clear skin. Ive always had larger pores and acne in some capacity. It sucks and i wish i could do something about it. I dont wear make up and i have no skincare aside from washing my face with Biore in the shower.
Her voice ❤
key to skincare: be consistent, keep it basic, trial for 3 months, not a week unless immediate reaction, hydrate and eat healthy. If you wanna get advise, see a dermatologist.
I love this dude. He’s just amazing at his job and also runs a TikTok which is just so cool. Props to this dude
If your daily skincare routine is more than 5 step, please stop it. You abuse your own skin. Cleanser, toner, moisturizer, sunscreen. Maybe can add micellar water for night routine. Also, if you want to have great skin, have healthy diet. (drink more water, eat more veggies and fruits, stop smoking/doing drug/drink alcohol, eating less junk food/fast food)
I miss my 1000 step skincare routine. I have gone feral. Literaly.
bet ur skin doesn’t miss all those chemicals💀
Do what makes you emotionally happy (self care) but also what makes your skin/health happy. Find that balance! (Also your bank account haha!) If you're healthy and happy and not needing that lost money, who cares. We don't have much in this life, do what makes you happy and healthy, as long as you're not hurting yourself or others! Have a great day!/gen
@@ejday3130 scam urself if it makes u happy is not the take u think it is
I've had a lot of problems with pimples, redness, acne marks and recently I had a step back in my skin at the start of the Pandemic... I had to look into products that equally worked because. I did take a turn into expensive products at first (they did fix the immediate issue) but now I'm using cheaper products that are helping my deep-rooted problems. I hope I can get rid of the texture and discoloration of my skin soon. So don't listen to people that are saying that 'you only really need a cleaner, moisturizer and sunscreen, or else you are stupid for wasting money'. Because for some, that will NOT fix their skin issues. Be smart with your money, don't do too much if you don't need it, and adjust if you notice you don't need too many steps.
I feel a lot better about myself now. I am always told by my patronizing cousins that I’m not doing enough for my skin. Looks like I don’t have to now.
Simple is beautiful 🫶🏻 and you save your self some 💰
Wish I listened to this advice in my teens and 20s- I bought into the skincare fad and used retin-a, vitamin c, harsh exfoliants- all of which irritated my skin barrier and caused breakouts and scars. It wasn’t until I stopped tretinoin and only focused on a basic niacinamide serum in the morning with sunscreen and a mild exfoliant at night that I saw results and healing. This advice is gold!
Dude is a doctor and shocked that an acid (tretinoin) caused irritation. He clearly needs a dermatologist of his own to teach him how to use it. My derm prescribed Cerave lotion after using a gentle cleanser, then 0.025 % tretinoin at night (after moisturizer dries), every other day for two weeks then nightly. She checked up on me at 6 weeks, I was a little dry so she added cerave healing ointment after the tret. In the day time, she gave me dapsone to use before moisturizing and using sunscreen, and I was on an oral antibiotic for 3 months. Haven’t had acne in over a year now, didn’t have any major irritation like he is talking about, and my skin looks better than ever at 41.
Go to a dermatologist if you have any skin issues, don’t listen to YT doctors, they can’t actually see you.
Exactly! I’ve been washing my face a couple times a day for a year now and my acne has gone down significantly.
I only wash my face every day and maybe use pore strips on my nose, but that's it.
It's already hard enough to wake up.
Edit: I also don't want to spend money on skin care. Don't see it as a must do.
Not every gal wants to do skin care.
I just wash my face in the shower everyday and that's it am I gonna age badly 😬🤣
Exactly
@@michaelcolbourn6719Don’t shower everyday, your body produces natural oils on your skin which helps it keep clear, by showering everyday you’re washing away your body’s natural oils.
Men can put syampoo and their face and still be OK. Testosterone is stable throughout the month.
@@clip012 I'm not a man-
This shouldn't have been "skincare is getting out of hand" this should've been "see what works for you"
even if some skincare steps are useless, it can still be nice and relaxing to do a nice self care routine, as long as you aren't destroying your skin barrier of course lol
I only use Neutrogena face wash for my skincare. It works great
I thought Neutrogena was bad??
U gotta use a moisturizer and spf. Using just a cleanser is like just using shampoo no conditioner.
@@acelovesdiyschristopher7023you don’t need conditioner though.
@@acelovesdiyschristopher7023what's the point of the sunscreen? I spend about 8-10 hours a day (half of that being at night) driving around in my car with my windows down 24/7 and I never get sunburns. I'm getting in and out of the car for about 5-10 minutes at a time every 15 minutes so I'm getting a LOT of sunlight even though I'm sitting in a car most of the day. Plus we get some deadly sun where I live and I'm white as hell yet I'm still not getting burned. So why would I want sunscreen? I just don't see the point if I'm not in direct sunlight for 4+ hours a day with no shade. Especially for a doctor (and most people) who spends the VAST majority of his day indoors.
@@NotMe-ej9yzDepending on the UV index, you could burn after 15 mins exposure even on a cloudy day. When it's moderate or low, you should be good for longer with no sunscreen. Sometimes my commute is 30-40 mins, and on a high UV day, if I don't apply sunscreen beforehand, my left arm will burn. With sunscreen, it tans. It's noticeably darker than my right arm.
Diet is more influential than the products that you apply topically.
It isn't that I disagree, but how does that explain all the people who have gorgeous, unreal skin due to these additional products? I think it's more accurate to say it CAN disrupt your skin barrier, but it doesn't necessarily do harm.
Could be people payed to promote products or that they don't really use them but want to get views reviewing or showing their made up routine, kinda how gym related channels promote supplements they don't use or make up stupid exercises that aren't in their routine but need content to make
@@snowy4112 that's one possibility. But there are things that really work, though maybe not for everyone, like the 10(?) step Korean skincare routine. Although I think it works since like half of the steps are moisturizing to make skin glowy and plump
Filters and genetics. Some people will never break out or rarely break out regardless of what they do. As someone who used to do a whole big skincare routine, simple is way better.
@@Zcen-uv9lfwho was that?
Everybody has different skin that has different needs. Also alot of people I see who have unecessary stuff usually still look good because they barely needed a skincare routine to begin with
“Simple is better “ got me
Legit all i use is moisturizer with sunscreen in it and a cleanser bro thats all you need 😭😭😭
True
You'll probably want to add an additional sunscreen, you're very unlikely to be applying the amount of moisturizer you'd need to get the benefit from the sunscreen
Nah i just use plain old water but when i bath(rare occurrence) i wash my face with the same soap i use for my whole body, lol
For like the majority of people yes but for me I just need an ointment with a serum cuz my skin ✨stubborn✨
@@seanathanbeanathan Do you recon that people who live in different climate and have different life styles really need for sunscreen? Why would someone who lives in Alaska and isn't outdoor type use sunscreen, especially during winter months? Since when are we persuaded that some sort of physical barrier, like hat, or simply staying in a shade is not enough? Generations before us did just fine, although sunbathing was extremely popular as well as tanned skin. it still is. That's why they couldn't sell sunscreen and had to come up with marketing trick how to sell it to everybody. Make them scared and sell them products that will make their skin so irritating and sensitive (retinoids and actives in general) so that they have to buy all that BS in bulks and to soak in it. Vit D needs sun for synthesis and that's imperative for out health. People wear strongest sunblocks and boast with healthy tan they got while wearing it. Like, dude, once you got tanned, it's already sign of sun damage. If you were wearing hat, that wouldn't happen. I'm yet to see a person with tan that developed under the hat, parasol, or in any shade.
People are constantly asking me how my skin is so beautiful and how I get the glow.
I don't have a skincare routine, I wash my face in the shower with a gentle cleanser and moisturize, use sunscreen. I don't wear foundation makeup. These million step skincare regimens and makeup cause the problems they claim to solve.
I’ve used Vaseline as a moisturiser for years and washed my face with either soap or a face wash. I’m 53 next month and can honestly say I don’t have a single wrinkle on my face.
I love how she was basically like oh it’s important for anyone with any skin sissie after he explained it
I've been using tons of products on my face for years and it works for me. Everyone should feel free to use whatever they like without being judged.
Right!! I agree! I have an extensive routine and I love it. It literally brings me joy and my skin loves it too.
That one restored some of my brain cells
I just use an acne cleanser, retinol, and face soap.
I'm so glad, Ive started getting into trying to care for my skin and hair and knowing that me cutting back wasn't be chickening out. I tried a retinol cream (thinking it was just a simple moisturizer) read that it was really good for the skin and then was harshly met with burning and took it off after only a few minutes. Now I just use a moisturizer and wash with water (sunscreen only when I go out so not often) but everyone online had a multi-step million piece program and it was a little much
I use a lot of skin care and sometimes my skin feels overwhelmed and suffocating ..now Im just buying the basic products that my skin needs
I'm happy to see this message being spread more, I always couch my skincare talks with, this probably won't help you but it's what I do. Because I'm one of those people who because of genetics really does have to beat their skin into submission on a semi-regular basis. At one point I had a prescription ointment that I applied at night and wiped off on the morning it was functionally diluted bleach I had to use old sheets that I didn't mind being bleached as well as a t-shirt I didn't mind bleaching to hell and back and a face cloth that I didn't mind getting bleached. It worked really well but it also bleached those products and when I finished the tube I didn't get it renewed and started trying to find a routine that works for me. I need good both physical and chemical exfoliation included in my routine fairly regularly otherwise I get cystic acne on my face as well as my chest and back. It's genetic for me, my grandfather had it and had facial scars from how bad it got for him in his youth one of my brother's had it and needed to use medicated soap for a time and I have it. For me it's just learning to balance when I need to beat my skin up a little and when it needs to get some moisture added back in after beating it up because when it's bad my routine is definitely harsh enough to dry out my skin and leaving it overly dry wouldn't help either. If a person who didn't have my problems tried my skin routine they'd be doing ridiculous amounts of damage to their skin and would probably end up with more problems than they started with. But for me it's one of the only ways to prevent painful break outs at least if I don't want to go back to bleaching my sleep wear or using a medication that can have permanent impacts on your skin that on your face are great but the rest of your body not so much
I’m sure your medication has a name and not bleach. Benzoyl peroxide?
No but wait she's literally Siri! ,I can sleep like a baby lost in her voice god ❤
Skin type, genetics, environment, diet, etc all play a part. As a person with dry skin living in a country with stupid long winters, I moisturize the heck out of my skin but truly the best skin I ever had was when I was super fit and worked in a greenhouse! Natural sauna, lots of sweating, drank so much water.
I don't even wash my face at all and it's smooth asf
hun,i hope it stays like that but i want to tell you that if some people did as you they wouldn't have your skin,i grew up having really oily skin that had a bit of pimples but they were bumpy ,big and painful,and my cousins who were the same as you was "i don't put anything on my face and look at me,why don't you do the same",when i did so,i got huge enlarged pores,whiteheads,acne and blackheads .so skin is different,just like genetics❤
@@redleather9222 Sorry to hear you had to go thru that sort of stuff being on you, must've been very uncomfy- Hope you have it better now
@@redleather9222 Same. I kind of get sad when I see people saying this, to be honest. It makes me feel like there's something wrong with me that I can't keep my skin clear by just washing it.
Do you wash your face in the shower?
looks like you’re still a kid. you’re either gonna get lucky and stay like that or prepare for that all to change once the hormones hit
I'm actually glad to hear this cause I do the same routine as him. I feel like it's pushed that we all need complex skincare routines when for a lot of people simple is better :)
My skin has never looked better after starting to add toners and serums. Honestly I recommend it just for that extra shot of hydration.
Just don’t use it religiously. Especially with toner. No more than once a week, or biweekly, if at all.
@sandrales1351 toner is supposed to be used daily (unless it's exfoliating).
Yes! I have always had sensitive, dry skin and tried hundreds of expensive products, what works best? Mild exfoliant once per week, plain £2 rose water every day really calms and reduces my redness, sunscreen and coconut oil (I know there’s debate about it blocking pores but it’s honestly the best moisturiser I’ve ever used on my skin and have never had issues). I also use vitamin e oil on the rare occasion I get a blemish and it’s gone the next day. Simple, natural and cheap.
I’m so glad I learned this from a few models when I was a kid - they were gorgeous and I’ve stuck to a cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen
I wash my face with cold water and then moisturise with face cream that has some sunscreen in it. Keep it simple!
Thanks for this!
I put moisturising oil that I make (helps mostly prevent acne on me, and I'm covered in dirt all day, so the oils keep most of it from getting into my pores), sunscreen, and exfoliant once a week that I make.
This makes me feel good that I'm listening to my body.
Long skin care routine also have a mental importance for some people, it's not just about skin, it's calming, confortable for some
I have Pretty oily skin but all I do is take makeup off, Wash my face, and then I do moisturizer or acne cream. I do not do both of them on the same night thought. I do moisturizer for two nights then switch and do acne cream for two nights. My skin is very smooth and looks really good with me doing this. I hope what I’m doing is alright.
I just wash my face in the morning and evening and that’s it 🤷🏽♀️ I’m 42 and my coworkers thought I was 25 until I told them my age 😂😂😂😂😂
Do you skip moisturizer because you have oily skin or live in a humid environment? I’m wondering if I don’t need it after all.
@@fbmbassist I only moisturize when my skin feels dry but not every day; also I do not wear any makeup like foundation and if I’m going to be outside I wear a sunscreen specifically for the face
I do the same. Just wash my face with warm water unless there is an immediate need for moisture or sunblock. No make-up. I have never needed all these potions that create needs for new potions.
Wish that was me. Back when I used to do that, my face was basically one large pimple. Improved with a standard three-step routine, but not by much. Got a little better with salicylic acid serum, but still quite a bit of acne. Niacinamide made an impact, but it was Retinol that made a huge impact. But even using all this, I still have 2 or so pimples on my face at any given time. Not to mention the post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation + ice pick scarring left over. Niacinamide helps with the former, and recently so does vit C. Gone on Accutane, so maybe this can be the thing that finally fully cures it.
Thank your parents for good genes...
I've often gotten compliments about my skin and people will then ask about my daily routine. When I tell them I just wash with soap and water, they either don't believe me or scoff and tell me I'm going to ruin my skin if I don't start at least moisturizing. Yeah, nah, it's working for me so please don't be offended if I don't take your advice.
I use water only (plus CeraVe if it's dry here in CO ) and I get mistaken for being the youngest at work when I am actually over 40. I think it's largely about genetics.
Fermented rice water here
I've benefitted greatly from following the skincare community. It has helped my skin health and self esteem. This is very black/white thinking and your discretion is key as a consumer.
Finally someone spoke the truth. I'm so done with these fake social media influencers.I believe only healthy lifestyle and locally grown brands only works
THANK YOU! THANK YOUUU!! I was jusr hell tired of all these skincare influences promoting pretty packagings. I tortured my skin a lot. But finally, I am done with the "bullying". I simply use what i need. A cleanser and a moisturizing sunscreen. I use retinol at night for its anti aging effects and monthly or weekly do a peel off mask coz my skin is oily as fuck
Not all of us shed skin sufficiently. It’s about individualised awareness and not just doing what others and companies say to do… 🙄
I used so many products in the past that I had super sensitive skin, ended up finding out my skin was better using just cleanser moisturiser & spf 🙃 I've added in some actives (salicylic acid in my cleanser and using peroxide gel as needed) and find that it's ok just using a mild exfoliant and mild antibacterial product. I don't even wash twice a day (I found that sensitising even with the mildest cleanser), just spf AM and the rest PM.
I call that the men's skin care routine and i love it! It really works!!
The products are also affecting the gut biome as well. There have been several studies, the first coming from the University of Oregon, Eugene, that show what we put on our skin affects our gut health.
I exfoliate about three times a week. Nothing too rough, and wash regularly. That’s it lol
In nobody gonna talk about her voice, her voice is really nice
These ppl don’t know how good some skin care are. I love chemical exfoliant & retinol. Makes my skin look smooth, clear and balance
My acne actually cleared when i stopped washing my face!
Yes, you read right! I very rarely wash my face with anything but water. And i have only the occasional hormonal zit.
Once i let my skin do it's thing, it started being healthy.