7 Skincare Mistakes You’re Probably Still Making
Let’s be honest — we’ve all been guilty of a few bad skincare habits (yes, even the most dedicated skincare lovers). While your shelf might be filled with serums, creams, and masks, your routine might still be missing the mark if these common mistakes are sneaking in.
Here are 7 skincare mistakes you might still be making — and how to fix them for your healthiest skin yet. 👇
1. Over-Cleansing or Using Harsh Cleansers
That tight, squeaky-clean feeling? It’s actually a red flag. Over-cleansing or using foaming washes with sulfates can strip your skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness, irritation, and even more breakouts.
Fix it: Use a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser that supports your skin barrier. And remember: once in the morning and once at night is enough.
2. Skipping Sunscreen (Even on Cloudy Days)
If sunscreen isn’t part of your daily routine, you’re leaving your skin vulnerable to premature aging, pigmentation, and long-term damage — even indoors or during winter.
Fix it: Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every morning, rain or shine. Reapply if you're outside for long periods.
3. Not Removing Makeup Properly
Sleeping in your makeup is one of the fastest ways to clog pores, cause breakouts, and dull your complexion.
Fix it: Double cleanse at night — start with an oil-based cleanser to remove makeup and sunscreen, then follow with your regular face wash.
4. Using Too Many Actives at Once
Mixing retinol, AHAs, BHAs, and vitamin C all in one routine? This cocktail can overwhelm your skin and cause sensitivity or breakouts.
Fix it: Keep your routine simple and introduce actives slowly. Alternate them on different nights and give your skin time to adjust.
5. Ignoring Your Neck & Décolletage
We often stop skincare at the jawline, but the neck and chest age just as quickly — if not faster.
Fix it: Treat your neck and décolletage like an extension of your face. Cleanse, moisturize, and apply SPF daily.
6. Not Moisturizing Oily Skin
If you have oily or acne-prone skin and skip moisturizer thinking it’ll make things worse — spoiler: it won’t. In fact, it might be making your skin oilier.
Fix it: Use a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer to hydrate and balance your skin without clogging pores.
7. Being Inconsistent with Your Routine
Skincare is like fitness — results take time and consistency. Using a product once or twice a week won’t deliver noticeable improvements.
Fix it: Build a routine you can stick to and give products time to work (usually 4–6 weeks). Consistency is everything.
✨ Final Thoughts
The best skincare routine doesn’t have to be complicated — it just has to be correct and consistent. Start by ditching these common mistakes, and you’ll be amazed at how much healthier, smoother, and more radiant your skin becomes.