It’s that time of year when we take a long look at all the stuff we have lying around and make tough decisions — don’t forget to include your skincare products in the purge.
But you don’t have to throw out everything.
Our expert team at Sanford Dermatology is here to walk you through which products in your bathroom cabinet get the green light, and which should get an eviction notice.
We hate to break it to you, but that lotion you’ve been milking since college is probably way past its prime. Skincare products aren’t meant to last indefinitely — most have a shelf life of six to 12 months.
Using expired products can lead to bacterial growth, reduced effectiveness, and skin irritation. You can check the bottle and do a color, smell, and texture test to decide if it’s time to toss it.
Not everything has to go; we want you to keep anything your skin loves — meaning any product that helps keep it balanced. These products should always have a place in your routine. As long as they haven’t expired, feel free to keep them in the lineup.
You may have spent some good money on that influencer-backed moisturizer, but if it’s not working for your skin, it’s time to cut it loose. You know a product isn’t right for you if it inflames your skin or leaves it feeling tight, dry, itchy, or irritated.
No skincare routine is complete without solid sun protection. If you’re overwhelmed by all the choices at the store, we can help you find a good option — and it’ll likely do double duty as a moisturizer.
If you have sun protection you love, don’t forget the first step of spring cleaning and check the expiration date.
Does your skincare product have a bunch of wild, hard-to-pronounce ingredients that freak you out when you look them up online? We say give it the ole heave-ho. This is especially true if the product’s ingredients don’t seem to agree with your skin.
Whether your medicine cabinet is jam-packed with too many skincare products or you’re building a skincare routine from scratch, we don’t want you to navigate your options alone.
One of our foundational services is providing our patients with skincare products that support their skin and maximize the results of their in-office treatments. We’re happy to explain ingredients, discuss alternatives, and recommend products that will actually work for you.
Let’s update your routine and make your skin the healthiest it’s ever been. To talk with one of our experts, schedule a visit at your nearest Sanford Dermatology office in Sanford, Pittsboro, or Lillington, North Carolina, today.
