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Sometimes, less really is more.
), and decided to cut my cleanses down to a single session.
I consider myself a minimalist, so I figured Id bring that energy into the rest my skin-care routine.
Dr. Chan is a sunscreen soldier.
I wouldnt even include sunscreen as part of the lineup, she says.
Its more like taking a shower or brushing your teethits simply a given, says Dr. Chan.
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(Sneaky, huh?)
Once a week, I also usedNuria Defend Face Exfoliator($18) to remove dead skin.
Both Dr. Chan and Willis hypothesized that Id notice more texture on my skin after I removed this product.
They also agreed, though, that it wasnt completely necessary.
I immediately stashed my toner and, with a broken heart, also put away the healing ointment.
Neither expert was thrilled that I would be using an SPF during my nighttime routine.
Technically, youre using sunscreen at night, says Willis.
This might not be ideal because its a waste of money and may clog your pores.
Aside from that, though, they didnt see a huge problem with my newly manicured routine.
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How my skin reacted to a two-step skin-care routine
My two steps?
One: Cleansing, which I did post-exercise and pre-bedtime using the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser.
Id do it for at least a few weeks.
And, honestly, Im glad I heeded their advice.
(Williss words!)
After a few days of being home, my skin didnt immediately return to its hydrated state.
It was pretty dry back in LA, so Williss theory tracks.
Once everything was said and done, I cant say that I loved the mega-minimalist routine.
From there, youcan(but dont have to!)
Lesscanbe more, as long as youre listening to your skin.
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