11 Weird Reasons Why Your Skincare Products May Stop Working

The real reasons skincare stops working

Everyone knows that a great skin fitness regimen can keep your skin looking healthy, youthful, and radiant, especially since most dermatologists agree that prevention is key.

But sometimes, the best of skincare products just stop working all of a sudden, and you can’t seem to figure out why. Curious to know more? Here are 11 strange reasons why your skincare products may stop working:

1. Your product has expired

You probably thought that moisturizer would last forever, but think again. Skincare products can also expire, making them not as effective as they once were. That’s why it’s important to check your product labels for an expiration date before you shop, so you won’t waste money on products that expire relatively fast.

2. You’re not storing your products right

It’s crucial that you don’t ignore storage instructions on beauty product labels. This is because direct sunlight, as well as hot and humid environments, can break down the active ingredients used in your products. For instance, the best way to get the most out of vitamin C serum is to store it out of direct sunlight.

3. Your body acclimates to your product

As weird as it sounds, a product can stop working after your skin becomes used to it. Sometimes changing routines, products, and order-of-use can extend the amount of time that a product gives you positive skin benefits.

4. You’re experiencing hormonal changes

Even when you aren’t on your period, hormonal changes can also affect your skin. Other hormonal changes associated with pregnancy, menopause, or hormonal imbalances can affect your skincare routine. It’s critical to switch up your regimen to adapt to these changes.

5. The weather is affecting your product

This shouldn’t come as a huge surprise, but your skincare concerns might vary depending on the season. Environmental factors can interfere with the efficacy of your skincare routine, so it’s vital that you make the necessary changes to keep your skin looking its best. For instance, your skin might feel oilier in the summer but drier during the winter months.

6. Your medications might be causing issues

Certain medications can irritate your skin by causing rashes and red, dry skin, while others might stimulate oil production and acne. This might require an adjustment to those medications and a change in the products you use.

7. You’re applying products at the wrong time

The timing of application could be why your skincare products aren’t working the way they should. For example, products containing retinol should be applied before bedtime and not during the day, since the sun deactivates them.

8. You aren’t consistent

It’s key to maintain a daily routine and to give your skin time to adjust to it. The main reason why skincare products stop working over time is that people stop using them consistently.

9. Your product isn’t strong enough

If skincare products, such as retinol, are continuously used at low strength, they may not be as effective. You should always start certain skincare products, like retinol and exfoliants, at a low strength to see if your skin can tolerate it. But, if your skin is tolerating the product well, and you’re no longer seeing benefits, then you should increase the strength or frequency.

10. You aren’t exfoliating enough

Too many dead skin cells on the surface of your skin can prevent your serums and essences from working correctly. That’s why it’s crucial that you exfoliate regularly. Exfoliating two or three times a week helps to get rid of the layer of dead skin cells, helping skincare products to penetrate deeper.

11. Your skin changes

Though your skin type never changes, it can still go through different cycles. Sometimes your skin can become temporarily oily, dull, or dry, which is also influenced by climate. This is why you should rotate your products often.

Refresh your routine

Now that you’ve tossed expired products and are recommitting to your skin fitness goals, reinvigorate your routine with the right products. LaserAway Beauty only uses ingredients scientifically proven to improve skin health. Plus, all LaserAway Beauty products are 100% vegan, and are formulated WITHOUT comedogenic ingredients, parabens, phthalates, artificial colors, drying alcohol, harsh sulfates, mineral oil and petrolatum.

References

1. “11 Weird Reasons Your Skin Care Products May Stop Working,” Huffington Post, March 5, 2020.
2. “Can You Become Immune to Your Skincare?,” Marie Claire, January 3, 2020.