Skincare regrets and solutions

​There I was, scrolling through Pinterest, hunting for new hair inspo.  And then it hit me—you haven't had bangs in forever.  Not that I wanted them; it was just one of those random thoughts you get when you're staring at photos of perfectly styled hair, thinking back to all the times you *tried* to recreate a look. And that's when I remembered—the only times I've ever gotten bangs were after breakups or some major life event.  I'm talking *true* "I need a change" moments.  But let me tell you, I am no Zooey Deschanel, and every single time I cut those bangs, regret hit fast.  Real fast.

​If you're like me, maybe you've noticed this funny trend in your life too—something about significant life changes or moments of boredom seems to trigger a "new hair, new me" impulse. Bangs (or at least the thought of them) were my go-to. But somewhere along the line, I shifted from bad hair decisions to making questionable skincare choices.

Think about it—whenever we go through something (a relationship ending, job change, or just feeling stuck), we crave control, a reset.  For some of us, it used to mean grabbing the scissors.  Now, we load up on skincare products!  I've seen it happen so many times.  We think, "If I can't control *this* part of my life, I can at least control how my skin looks." So, what do we do?  We add a new serum here, a fancy cream there, and suddenly our bathroom counter looks like a skincare aisle exploded. 

Don't get me wrong—taking care of your skin is great.  But sometimes, it's like giving yourself bangs when you're bored—it's not always the right move.  Often, the intention is good (who doesn't want glowing skin?), but the execution?  Well, it can get a little... misguided.

Adding more products isn't always the answer.  You might find yourself layering things that don't work well together or overloading your skin with ingredients it doesn't need. Instead of the glowing complexion you dreamed of, you might end up with irritated, unhappy skin. 

Before you reach for that new serum or, heaven forbid, the scissors, take a step back.  Is it really about your skin, or are you looking for a sense of control?  Trust me, you don't want to regret a skincare decision the way I regretted those bangs.

As an esthetician, I've seen firsthand how easy it is to fall into the trap of "more is better" regarding skincare—especially during times of change.  But just like with bangs, sometimes less is more. Instead of adding random products to your routine, let's simplify things—choosing the right ingredients that work for *your* skin, saving you time, money, and the frustration of skincare regret.

Feeling like you need a change? Let's talk.  Whether you're going through a breakup, a life shift, or just looking for a refresh, I'm here to help guide you to a skincare routine that actually works for you—no scissors required. 

​My "I need a change" moment, circa 2005.

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