No time? No problem. This routine takes 3 minutes—morning or night.
Routine:
- Skip if you didn’t wear makeup/sunscreen.
2. Treat (Multi-tasking moisturizer with SPF AM / niacinamide PM)
- Look for ‘SPF + hydration’ combos to save time.
3. Hydrate (Face mist or aloe gel for on-the-go refresh)
Keep a mini routine in your work bag: micellar wipes + travel-sized moisturizer.
Budget Picks (Local Availability):
- Cleanser: Cerave Foaming Facial Cleanser (AED 59)
- Moisturizer: La Roche-Posay Anti-Blemish Moisturizer (AED 79)
- Sunscreen: AXIS-Y Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen (AED 60)
- Treatment: The Ordinary Niacinamide (AED 59)
- Total: AED 257 (under budget!)
Where to Buy:
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3. Less is More: Why a Minimalist Skincare Routine Could Be Best
Your 10-step routine might be causing more harm than good. Here’s why:
Science-Backed Reasons:
- Over-cleansing → strips natural oils → dryness/breakouts.
- Layering actives (e.g., retinol + vitamin C) → irritation.
- "Skin often heals itself when left alone."
Who Should Try It:
- Sensitive skin types
- Beginners overwhelmed by options
- Post-procedure recovery (e.g., lasers)
Starter Template:
AM: Splash water → moisturizer + SPF
PM: Oil cleanse → moisturizer
"Try the ‘skin fast’ challenge—drop to 2 products for 1 week and observe!"
