One thing even bonafide skin experts can't always control is the wild curveballs that come with, well, life, and that can make sticking to a skincare routine challenging. Repeat after us: This is okay! On truly chaotic days where you Just Cannot Deal, try to lean into as many of the following steps as possible. And when the whirlwind subsides (because it will!), and you reclaim your self-care time, take comfort in the fact that you've upheld a solid foundation to build upon and don't have to start from square one. You've totally got this.
1 NEVER, EVER GO TO BED WITH MAKE-UP ON
No matter how exhausted you are or how late it is: Take. It. Off. "Removing your make-up can make the difference between beautiful, glowing skin and a complexion that looks dull and has clogged pores," says dermatologist Debra B. Luftman. Plus, while you're sleeping, "make-up can get pushed deeper into your pores, leading to acne," explains dermatologist Francesca Fusco.
Another factor you might not take into account: Some dead skin cells are meant to shed every day, but having make-up on 24/7 can cause them to stick to the skin's surface. "This can also lead to breakouts and exacerbate fine lines," explains Dr Fusco.
2 USE A TON OF TLC TO REMOVE YOUR EYE MAKE-UP
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