Spacious. Simple. Elegant. The concept of minimalism embraces the idea of simplicity and paring down to only what’s necessary. Minimalism can be applied to anything: your home environment; your wardrobe; your lifestyle and general accumulation of possessions (or lack thereof).  One person may choose to limit their wardrobe to white button-ups and dark jeans in order to eliminate the decision of what to wear every day. Another may opt to live in a home with no furniture.  

Minimalism doesn’t have to be taken to the extreme, though. You can apply the minimalist concept to different parts of your in small ways in order to simplify, limit your spending, or declutter.  One simple change you can make to save time, save money, and create space in your cosmetics cabinet is to take a minimalist approach to your skincare routine. Here’s how. 

Best skincare routine for the minimalist

Whether you’re a skincare junkie looking to curb your spending in 2022 or you’re hoping to minimize your environmental impact, a minimalist skincare routine does not mean sacrificing beautiful skin. Minimalism asks us to remember that More is not better. Better is better. If you are ready to declutter your cosmetics drawer and simplify your skincare routine, these are your essentials. 

1. Cleanser 

It’s important to clean the dirt, grime, makeup, and oils off your face at the end of every day. In addition to your makeup and the environmental debris, your face is also picking up bacteria from your phone, your mask, and your hands, so cleaning is key to keeping your pores clear and your skin healthy.  But if you’re using the wrong cleanser for your skin type, you may not get the results you want. At Siti Med Spa, we know skin, and we can help point you to the best cleansers to help you reach your skincare goals. 

One of our favorites: The Skinmedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser not only keeps skin clean, but it also improves tone and texture. 

2. Moisturizer

A hydrated complexion appears more healthy and youthful, but the hydration also helps improve skin elasticity and minimizes the appearance of wrinkles. Believe it or not moisturizing your skin may also help with acne breakouts. When skin becomes dehydrated, it begins to excrete oils to compensate. The oils then clog up the pores, leading to breakouts. As if that’s not enough, dry, dehydrated skin is also less able to defend itself against environmental irritants and germs. Keeping your skin moisturized can help combat and prevent a range of skin problems and keep you looking young, gorgeous, and glowing.  

One of our favorites: The SkinMedica Rejuvenative Moisturizer is wonderful for keeping skin hydrated, nourished, plump, and pretty.  

3. Sun protection

We will never ever stop saying this: Please wear sunscreen every day—all year round—even on cloudy days. Sunscreen protects your skin from harmful UV rays. It helps prevent premature aging, and it helps to prevent discoloration and brown spots so you maintain an even skin tone. But even more importantly, applying sunscreen daily lowers your risk of developing skin cancer—as long as it’s a broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 of or higher. If you’re going for a more extreme minimalism, you can even choose a moisturizer with SPF 30 or higher so you get two products in one.   

One of our favorites: The SkinMedica Total Defense + Repair Broad Spectrum Sunscreen 50+ won’t replace your moisturizer but it is two products in one: sunscreen plus a daytime repair serum with antioxidant effects. 

As long as you’re using high quality products that are appropriate for your skin, a minimalist skincare routine can still keep you looking young, fresh, and radiant.  At Siti Med Spa, we can help determine the best products for you. Come see us today!

Minimalists and Maximalists welcome at Siti Med Spa in San Diego

One major perk of the work we do is getting to know our patients. We have so many incredible, fascinating patients who have shared so much of themselves, who they are, what they love, and what they’re all about. We love our patients, from the minimalists to the maximalists and everyone in between. If you’re new to us, welcome! And if you’re returning because you love us too, welcome back! It’s a beautiful new year, and we’re looking forward to spending it with you. For more information on our products or services, or if you want to chat about how we can help you love the skin you’re in, please give us a call at (619) 717-8484 today!