Switching between products with the same active ingredients, such as switching from one salicylic acid cleanser to another, is less likely to affect your progress. But in general, it's usually not a good idea to change things before they've had an honest chance to work. At the end of the day, skin needs are slightly different from those first thing in the morning. Once again, you need a good cleanse to remove makeup, oil and dirt.
However, at night, your skin will remain relatively protected for seven to ten hours. This is the time to apply specific skin treatments and more intense moisturizers, as they will stay in contact with the skin longer and penetrate deeper. If you want to try something new, most dermatologists recommend incorporating one new product at a time, so you know immediately who is causing any new flare-ups or irritations and stop using that particular product. I fully understand how overwhelming and confusing skin care products and creating a home routine can be.
The constant stream of new launches and skincare products going viral on TikTok makes it tempting to change your skincare routine at a breakneck pace. But if you're going to switch up your skincare routine, it's best to do it seasonally so your products have time to work. Using ineffective or simply the wrong products can cause irritation, dryness or breakouts, such as when acne-prone people use products that are too aggressive that strip moisture and lipids from the skin. I really need help with my skincare routine, because I don't know how to use and alternate, or if I use too many products at once, what to use together and what not to use in terms of ingredients - Google doesn't help much when I'm looking for answers.
However, if skin care is your daily personal care ritual, you can take the time to layer several products to add antioxidants and anti-wrinkle treatments before you walk out the door. So should you stick to the same skincare routine every night? The answer is yes - for the most part. It's important to give your skin care products enough time to work their magic before switching them out for something else. That said, if you're looking for a change or want to try something new, it's best to introduce one product at a time so you can monitor any changes in your skin.
