Jules’ Skincare Tips for Healthy Skin

I got into skincare during the pandemic in 2020, but when I moved countries in 2022, and had access to a wider range of products, my skincare life has never been the same. You already know that ever since then, I have been preaching the gospel of skincare.

I have sensitive skin, so I focus more on my face because my body care requires a whole new routine, including prescribed soaps and body creams from the doctor. My face, however has been my focus and I will be sharing tips for healthy skin as one who has taken the time to read, research and practice what I preach.

First on the list is leave your face alone; this implies that you also stop popping your pimples. Stop allowing others to touch your face; don’t touch your face with dirty hands.

This implies that you also wash your hands before you wash your face

Don’t use the same towel for your body and your face; this should be basic but then I need to include this

Change your pillowcase at least thrice a week. Trust me, this is not doing too much; I know what I am saying.

Start using retinol in your early/mid-20s. The benefits are tremendous,  tretinoin is not always bad, find a balance.

Don’t ever go to bed with makeup or sunscreen on your face. This is considered a sin in my books.

Expensive does not always mean effective. I say this because i have tried it all.

Good vitamin C might not always be cheap. I had to put this in here because everyone talks about vitamin C. If you can’t afford the great ones, you are allowed to skip that serum.

Don’t always take advice from skincare influencers, except if you want to see how it feels on the skin (consistency and all). Always consult a dermatologist first.

Less is always more in skin care, except when you are hydrating your skin. Then, skin flooding is a game changer.

You do not need all the skin care in the world. Beware of overconsumption. I am also writing this to myself because I am a recovering skincare junkie.

In skincare, you can’t do without gaining knowledge by reading and watching videos, do your research. Don’t just listen to only skin care influencers on social media; listen to board-certified dermatologists, especially those with your kind of skin tone.

There is no separate skin care for light-skinned and dark-skinned people.

Any skincare that claims to whiten your skin is rubbish; run oo.

For dry skin in winter, you don’t have to wash your face in the morning; you can rinse your face and start your routine.

For oily skin or regular make-up girlies, double cleansing is a lifesaver.

No single product can cure your hyperpigmentation. It is a marathon, not a sprint

Consistency is key; make it a lifestyle

Acne-prone skin must continue to use acne fighting ingredients even when they don’t have acne.

Lastly, listen to your skin. If your skin reacts to any product, like vitamin C, Azelaic Acid or niacinamide, take it out and look for alternatives. For retinol or exfoliants, look for lesser concentrations. 

I know this list is here and there, but these are tips that have worked for me and lessons I have learnt over the years.

I hope you learnt a thing or two.