When it comes to shopping for skincare, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. First of all, the sheer amount of skincare products that all promise to do the same thing can make for difficult decisions. But before you even get to that stage, one of the most confusing things about shopping for skincare is trying to decipher exactly what sort of product your skin needs.
We know that every person’s skin is different. It, therefore, makes sense that for years we have been told that each individual needs a different skincare routine. And for the most part, that’s not wrong. While varying skin characteristics mean that some people require different levels of active ingredients, experts warn that really every single person should have three basic skincare ingredients present in their line up. Consultant dermatologist Anjali Mahto, BSc, MBBCh, FRCP reveals, “Less is more. Complex skin routines and mixing multiple active ingredients can lead to irritation. You can curate your own pared-back routine by picking skincare items wisely.”
So what exactly are these three ingredients we shouldn’t be without? “The basics of any good skincare routine should include an antioxidant serum and sunscreen in the morning and a retinoid product at night,” says Mahto. Sound intriguing? Keep scrolling for all there is to know about skincare’s three essential ingredients and to shop the best products.
