Use This, Not That: Skincare Routine Edition

In the age of social media, there are thousands of different skincare products, trends, and advice constantly being shown to us. So how do you know what you should actually be using or doing? We’re here to help you with that! Read below to discover what you should be using or avoiding in your daily skincare routine.

Use This, Not That: Skincare Routine Edition

Use This: Oil-Based Makeup Remover | Not That: Makeup Wipes

Not only are makeup wipes bad for the planet, but they can also wreak havoc on your skin. Most makeup wipes contain ingredients like alcohols, surfactants, and fragrances that can irritate your skin. Plus, you usually end up rubbing harder at your skin trying to get every last bit of makeup off. So, what should you use instead? An oil-based makeup remover like janegee Fresh Eyes will get the job done with ease. This natural makeup remover washes away even the toughest of waterproof mascara. There will be no more tugging at your skin! Additionally, its ingredients also work to soften fine lines and reduce puffiness around the eye area. You will never think of touching another makeup wipe again.

Use This: Oil or Milk Cleansers | Not That: Foaming Cleansers

A common misconception when you’re starting your skincare journey is that you should be using a sudsy foaming cleanser to get your skin squeaky clean. However, you should be staying far away from those types of cleansers as they will strip the skin of its natural oils, which in turn causes the skin to go into hyperdrive overproducing oils. So what kind of cleanser should you be using? Depending on your age and skin type, you should look for a natural oil or milk cleanser. Oil cleansers are wonderful for younger skins that are often oily and/or have acne/congestion, while milk cleansers are usually better for more mature, normal, or dry skins. We highly recommend taking our skin quiz to discover which cleanser is best suited for your skin.

Use This: Linen Face Cloths | Not That: Multi-Purpose Wash Cloths

One of the easiest mistakes to make when washing your face is not using a clean cloth. This is why we recommend keeping a stash of fresh linen face cloths aside solely to be used for your skincare routine. We like linen towels in particular because they are sturdy, absorbent, and quick-drying. More importantly, linen is naturally an antibacterial substance, which means that it doesn't provide germs with an ideal breeding environment. They are truly the best option to use when washing your skin or drying it off.

Use This: janegee Elixir | Not That: Multiple Serums

Many people think they need to buy a Hyaluronic Acid serum and a Vitamin C serum and Niacinamide serum and however many other serums. By doing this, not only are you adding an unnecessary amount of steps to your routine, but you are also spending more than you have to. Why buy multiple serums that serve different purposes when you can use one that does it all? Our Elixir Corrective Serum has all the most sought-after skincare ingredients, including Hyaluronic Acid, Kakadu Plum (a rich source of Vitamin C), and Vitamin B3 Niacinamide, so there is no need to use any other serum! Plus, our Elixir can be used on any skin type.

Use This: Your Daily janegee Moisturizer | Not That: Night Cream

We’re all about simple and effective skincare routines here at janegee. Having a separate moisturizer for day and night is not something we believe in. It’s simply a tactic used by other skincare brands to sell more products. You can use the same moisturizer in both your morning and nighttime skincare routines. There is no need to have separate products. Your skin doesn’t know what time it is.

Use This: Floral Water | Not That: Toner

Toners are an unnecessary step. In fact, many toners contain alcohol which acts as a drying agent and upsets the pH balance of the acid mantle. If you are looking for an extra boost in your routine, we’d suggest adding a Floral Water. Our Floral Waters are pure hydrosol that will replenish your skin and add much needed minerals, without the drying effects of alcohol.

Use This: Clay Masks | Not That: Exfoliants

Contrary to popular belief, one of the worst things you can do to your skin is use any type of exfoliant whether that be a scrub, peel, microdermabrasion, etc. While some of these practices may treat the surface layer, they rely on inflammation to go deep into the epidermal-dermal junction, potentially leading to long-term damage. And each time you exfoliate the skin, you are deteriorating its protective barrier.

So what can you do instead? Detox with a natural clay! Detoxing is a vital step in maintaining healthy skin, as it removes impurities, pollutants, and dead skin cells that will bring your complexion back to its healthiest state. Our Clay Masks work wonders because they are made of natural, mineral-rich clays that become electrically charged when you add water to them. When you do this, positive and negative ions attract each other which allows the clay to draw up any heavy metals, dirt, and debris from the skin. We recommend doing this once a week.

We hope you found this blog helpful in building or adjusting your skincare routine. But as always, if you have specific skin concerns or additional questions, feel free to DM us on social media or email us at hello@janegee.com. We are here to help you become confident in knowing how to properly care for your skin.

Let’s become better together!