When it comes to achieving optimal results for your skin, it's generally recommended to use products from the same skincare line. However, as we've pointed out, you can mix and match them. Whether you choose to mix skincare brands or stick with just one, make sure your routine is easy, simple, and enjoyable. Mixing can consist of placing the products in layers or alternating them frequently (for example, from one day to the next) from one brand to another. That's fine if you're using basic glycerin-based moisturizers.
But in the case of products with active ingredients, experts say, the story is different. While the above is true, not all active ingredients are incompatible. Some active ingredients can work well together. A good example is to combine products with soothing and moisturizing ingredients with others that contain brightening or exfoliating ingredients that can dry out or irritate the skin. Dr.
Yuen believes that, as far as possible, it's safer to go with just one brand for your skin care needs. In such a case, it would be better to go back to the same brand and ask if there are more product options or other combinations you can try, rather than buying another brand's product on a friend's recommendation or on a whim. The potential harm that “mixing” skin care brands can cause is that you could be layering too many active skin care ingredients. Unlike drugstore brands, professional skin care products can only be found in specific locations, such as doctor's offices and spas. When it comes to mixing different brands, it's often a gray area because you never know for sure what's the best option for you.
The potential harm that “mixing” brands of skin care products can cause is that too many active skin care ingredients are being applied, that is, the ingredients in a product that are responsible for causing the treatment to act on the skin. Using products that complement each other and reduce irritation sounds great, but opting for just one brand of skincare products at every step of the routine has some drawbacks. For instance, if you're using a product from a certain brand and it doesn't work for you, you may not have access to other options from the same brand. At the end of the day, it's important to remember that everyone's skin is different and what works for one person may not work for another. It's best to consult with a dermatologist or skincare professional before making any changes to your skincare routine.
