Skincare Routine
Best skincare routine – your skin needs less than you think
The skincare industry wants you to believe you need ten steps, twelve products, and half an hour in front of the mirror. The truth? Your skin works best when you give it space to do its job. Two to three products, well chosen, beat every overloaded routine.
Why more steps don't mean better skin
The skincare industry generates hundreds of billions in revenue annually, and it profits most when you buy more products. That's why "the ultimate routine" has expanded from soap-and-water to a twelve-step process involving cleanser, toner, essence, serum, ampoule, eye cream, moisturizer, sunscreen – and that was just the morning.
But research tells a different story. Your skin's barrier, the outermost layer protecting you from the world, functions best when it isn't constantly bombarded with active ingredients. Every product you apply changes the skin's pH, affects its microbiome, and challenges barrier function. More layers mean more risk of irritation, clogged pores, and imbalance.
The truly effective skincare routine isn't about quantity – it's about quality. It's about choosing ingredients that communicate with your skin's own systems rather than trying to overpower them. Fewer products, better ingredients, more results.
Build your minimalist routine
Cleanse gently
Use a mild cleanser that removes dirt without stripping the skin's natural oils. Avoid foaming cleansers with sulfates – they compromise barrier function. Evening cleansing is enough for most; mornings, water will do.
One serum that actually works
Choose a serum with ingredients that cooperate with your skin's own systems. A CBG serum communicates directly with the endocannabinoid system and supports cell renewal, oil balance, and calming processes – without overloading.
Protect and nourish with an oil
A face oil with CBD or CBG replaces both moisturizer and serum for many. It strengthens the barrier, locks in moisture, and delivers active ingredients deep. Morning and evening, three to four drops.
Sunscreen in the morning
The one step every dermatologist agrees on. A mineral sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher protects against UV damage responsible for 80 percent of visible aging. Apply as the last morning step.
Give your skin time to adjust
When switching to a simpler routine, your skin may react during the first weeks. That's normal – it's recalibrating. Give it at least four to six weeks before evaluating results.
A complete routine with 1753 SKINCARE
Our philosophy is built on trusting the skin. Instead of bombarding it with a dozen products, we give it the tools to regulate itself. A complete 1753 routine can look like this: Au Naturel Makeup Remover for gentle cleansing, TA-DA Serum with 3 percent CBG for concentrated support, and a DUO TA-DA face oil to seal everything in.
Three products. Three minutes. And your skin gets everything it needs to stay balanced. It's no coincidence that our customers often tell us they've never had better skin – despite doing less than ever. That's the point: your skin doesn't need more. It needs the right things.
We believe the best skincare routine is the one you actually stick with. And that's always the simple one.
Products we recommend
Save €60DUO kit + TA-DA Serum
The full routine in one: three products that help skin become calmer, stronger and more resilient.
TA-DA Serum
A CBG-powered serum that seals in moisture and adds glow, whatever the season.
Au Naturel Makeup Remover
A cleansing oil with MCT and CBD that removes makeup and buildup without stripping your skin bare.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does a good skincare routine need?
Two to three steps is enough for most people. Cleansing, an active serum, and a protective oil cover the skin's fundamental needs without overloading the barrier.
Can a simple routine really deliver better results?
Yes. The skin's barrier works best when it isn't constantly challenged by new products. Fewer but well-chosen products let the skin focus on healing and renewal instead of managing irritation.
Do I need to cleanse in the morning?
Not necessarily. If you cleansed properly the evening before and have normal to dry skin, lukewarm water is enough in the morning. Your skin has produced protective oils overnight that you don't want to wash away.
How do I know if my current routine is too complicated?
Signs of overloaded skin include redness, increased sensitivity, breakouts despite many products, and a feeling that your skin is never satisfied. If you use more than five products daily, it's worth simplifying.
Sources
- Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci 2017;19(1):70.
- Meier L, Stange R, Michalsen A, Uehleke B. Clay jojoba oil facial mask for lesioned skin and mild acne. Forsch Komplementmed 2012;19(2):75–79.
Article reviewed by Christopher Genberg, founder of 1753 SKINCARE.
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