Is simple skincare actually better for student life?

Hey everyone,

I’ve been wondering — with how hectic student life gets (assignments, stress, weird sleep schedules), is a minimal skincare routine actually more effective than using loads of different products?

I used to think more = better, but lately I’ve seen people go back to just a cleanser and moisturiser — maybe one serum max. Some even say their skin improved after they stopped using too much.

So I’m curious:

What does your skincare routine look like as a student?

Have you ever simplified your routine and seen better results?

Do you think expensive products are worth it, or do budget options work just as well?

Would love to hear what’s worked for you — especially if you’ve dealt with stress breakouts, dry skin from lack of sleep, or student-budget skincare hacks. 😅

Thanks!
Danial

From a pure skincare perspective (i.e. ignoring makeup), you only need a cleanser, moisturiser and sunscreen anyway. More most certainly does not mean better. A lot of products in the skincare industry are essentially useless. If you want to learn about the actual science there are plenty of sources to look into, but the BBC's episode of Sliced Bread that dealt with face creams here and ZOE's recent episode on skincare here - this is also on podcast platforms are both pretty clear and have input from actual experts. If you stop using the products that don't work now, you're going to save yourself a lot of money in the long term.

Hey everyone,
I’ve been wondering — with how hectic student life gets (assignments, stress, weird sleep schedules), is a minimal skincare routine actually more effective than using loads of different products?
I used to think more = better, but lately I’ve seen people go back to just a cleanser and moisturiser — maybe one serum max. Some even say their skin improved after they stopped using too much.
So I’m curious:
What does your skincare routine look like as a student?
Have you ever simplified your routine and seen better results?
Do you think expensive products are worth it, or do budget options work just as well?
Would love to hear what’s worked for you — especially if you’ve dealt with stress breakouts, dry skin from lack of sleep, or student-budget skincare hacks. 😅
Thanks!
Danial

Hey everyone,
I’ve been wondering — with how hectic student life gets (assignments, stress, weird sleep schedules), is a minimal skincare routine actually more effective than using loads of different products?
I used to think more = better, but lately I’ve seen people go back to just a cleanser and moisturiser — maybe one serum max. Some even say their skin improved after they stopped using too much.
So I’m curious:
What does your skincare routine look like as a student?
Have you ever simplified your routine and seen better results?
Do you think expensive products are worth it, or do budget options work just as well?
Would love to hear what’s worked for you — especially if you’ve dealt with stress breakouts, dry skin from lack of sleep, or student-budget skincare hacks. 😅
Thanks!
Danial