Skincare

Skincare that is actually backed by evidence

Most skincare writing is a product list with a paragraph attached. These guides name the study, say how strong it is, and tell you when an ingredient is not worth the money.

The short answer

A skincare routine only needs three jobs covered: clean without stripping, repair the barrier, and protect from UV. Everything else — actives, acids, retinoids — is an addition to that base, and works only when the base is already holding.

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