Less is More in Skincare: Minimalist Skincare for Healthier Skin

We all know that the point of skincare is to protect and nourish our skin, but it’s not always clear what’s best. In this article from Vogue, we learn about a new trend emerging in skincare: minimalist skincare. Is over-cleansing, over-exfoliating and overindulging our skin the way to go or should we be extremely attentive to what we put on our skin, especially after 40 years old?

I have always used the saying, “less is more.”  I read recently that it takes only eight secs for the skin to absorb chemicals that can be harmful to your well-being and health. These chemicals as for example, parabens, silicones, and polyethylene glycols (PEG)s. 

I feel, just like the food we eat that can help or harm us. If we keep our food natural and simple, then that is the best for us. We are all aware of the downside of processed food. People say you are what you eat. 

Skin care has parallels with the above. Your skins will be how you treat it and what you feed it with

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Below find Vogue article and other resources on minimalist skincare and the benefits of it.

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Photo credits Richard Burbidge – via Vogue 

Less may just be more. BY HANNAH COATES

The fundamental joy of keeping things clean, minimal and as simple as possible is unfounded – just look at Marie Kondo for proof – but what if opting for skincare products made with minimal ingredients also offered our skin that same level of joy? “As a dermatologist, I always tell my patients to keep it simple,” says consultant dermatologist Dr Justine Hextall, “A common issue I see in clinic is over-complicated skin regimens that leave skin irritated and dry. Looking for products that utilise fewer ingredients can help reduce sensitisation and allergy.”

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For more articles on Minimalist Skincare, we suggest:

• Fewer than 10 Ingredient Sensitive Skincare Products for Sensitve Skin (honestyforyourskin.co.uk)
• The Best Beauty Products With The Fewest Ingredients | Into The Gloss
• Less is more: Skincare products with few ingredients – Waxy Beauty