{"id":2023,"date":"2022-02-04T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-04T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/?p=2023"},"modified":"2023-03-20T15:37:34","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T15:37:34","slug":"myth-buster-can-skin-become-immune-to-products-over-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-can-skin-become-immune-to-products-over-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Myth Buster: Can Skin Become Immune to Products Over Time?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"670\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-202202-04-Myth-Buster_-Can-skin-become-immune-to-products-over-time_-copy-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3330\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like and share the article here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links is-layout-flex wp-block-social-links-is-layout-flex\"><li 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Perhaps it\u2019s a theory you\u2019ve clocked on social media \u2013 the idea that skin can get bored, overly-accustomed (or even \u2018immune\u2019) to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\">active ingredients<\/a> in products that render them less effective over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If we apply human psychology to skincare \u2013 the instinctive thrill of novelty and \u2018newness\u2019 \u2013 then it&#8217;s easy to see why some people would love this theory to be true. Buying new products is fun. Trying new products is fun. There\u2019s always something new to smudge, spray or slather on our skin. Our faces, along with our bathroom shelves, can suffer from the collective weight of it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth? Skin doesn\u2019t get bored. People do. There <em>are<\/em> a few reasons why you might want to tweak your routine or adjust the products you use (more on that later), but the bottom line is that consistent use of products (that suit your skin type) yield the most consistent progress in terms of meeting your skin goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Head of Medical at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/\">Skin + Me<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/meet-the-team\">Dr Jason Thomson<\/a>, highlights research that explains our faces <em>aren\u2019t<\/em> fickle and skin <em>doesn\u2019t<\/em> become resistant to repeated use of the same <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\">ingredients<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201c<\/em><em>This is a common skincare myth that can be debunked by looking at ingredients where we have scientific evidence from studies that have been done over several years (what we call long-term follow up studies).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">Tretinoin<\/a>, the most active form of <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/blog-skinandme-com-the-difference-between-retinol-and-retinoids\/\"><em>retinoid<\/em><\/a><em>, is a prescription-only medicine that is the best studied of all the retinoids in treating conditions such as <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/skin-ageing\"><em>photo-ageing<\/em><\/a><em> and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/acne-treatment\"><em>acne<\/em><\/a><em>. Studies have been done where people have used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> regularly for between one and four years and these have shown that clinical improvements (as well as improvements seen under a microscope from biopsies) are seen over long periods and these benefits increase over time.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cThese studies have shown that consistent use for at least six months is needed to see best results and they also tell us that long-term use of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\/tretinoin\">tretinoin<\/a> is safe, with no untoward effects.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cThese studies give us scientific evidence that the opposite of this common myth is true and they form the basis for why dermatologists advise that consistency is key with skincare. Sticking to ingredients that have proven benefits is the best approach, not chopping and changing your products and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-dermatologist-dr-jason-thomsons-skincare-routine\/\"><em>routine<\/em><\/a><em>.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And there we have it. Results take time and switching products for \u2018a change\u2019 can actually be detrimental to making longer-term progress in a meaningful way. This is why taking your own \u2018progress photos\u2019 over months can help you see value and effectiveness more clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>In our \u2018always on\u2019 society that values instant results, we sometimes forget that science takes its sweet time.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" id=\"ways-to-find-a-balance-between-switch-up-and-commitment\"><strong>How to balance switching up and committing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, there are <em>a few<\/em> occasions when a formula change or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/these-are-the-only-steps-you-really-need-in-your-skincare-routine-according-to-a-dermatologist\/\">routine refresh<\/a> can make a positive difference to keep your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-what-does-healthy-skin-look-like\/\">skin glowing<\/a>, and your commitment on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Seasons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a sensitive soul, then switch up your wraparound routine to reflect the seasons. If you suffer with dryness or sensitivity in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/best-dermatologist-recommended-products-for-winter\/\">winter<\/a> for instance, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/best-dermatologist-recommended-products-for-winter\/\">Dermatologist recommendations<\/a> for richer options. Remember, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/5-dermatologist-approved-spfs-for-everyday-wear\/\">SPF<\/a> everyday, whatever the weather is crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Self-Care<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for \u2018instant\u2019 results then take some time out in your routine for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/ask-a-derm-does-gua-sha-really-work\/\">gua sha<\/a> &#8211; it can soften muscle tension in the face, reduce puffiness and give you a temporary circulation boost for a more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/myth-buster-what-does-healthy-skin-look-like\/\">radiant complexion<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Sleep<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If in doubt, take it out. Drop one thing surplus to requirements in your skincare or beauty routine and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/what-i-learned-from-breaking-up-with-my-20-step-skincare-routine\/\">strip back your routine<\/a>. Goodbye toners, harsh exfoliators, disposable cleansing wipes \u2013 you get the picture. Use the time for an extra five minutes in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/the-dose\/how-to-brighten-tired-skin\/\">bed<\/a> &#8211; promise we won\u2019t tell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Sensitivity and Reactions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Active <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/our-ingredients\">ingredients<\/a> are potent, which is why your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/\">Daily Doser<\/a> treatment is blended with lower concentrations of actives that increase in strength over successive formulations. If your Daily Doser treatment is giving you a reaction, contact your prescriber for direct support and recommendations. They will also adjust your formulation free of charge. Lifestyle changes such as becoming pregnant, or a change in medical circumstances can also affect what ingredients you can use. Remember to keep your prescriber updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>Skincare Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin + Me\u2019s community group, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/TheSkinAndMeCollective\/\">The Collective<\/a> is a hub of shared, supportive wisdom from subscribers. It just might help you find a balance between commitment to products that work, and satisfying your cravings for fresh new avenues to explore in skincare.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Medical facts checked by Head of Medical, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/meet-the-team\">Dr Jason Thomson<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f6fb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#edf5f8\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f0f6fb\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>New to Skin + Me? <\/strong>Get your first month of personalised skincare for \u00a34.99 with promo code DOSE \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/consultation\/sign-up\/create-account\">complete our quick consultation here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Looking for a routine refresh? <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/login?back=%2Faccount-summary%2Fmanage-upcoming-orders\">Add the Dream Routine to your Skin + Me subscription<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In need of a restock? <\/strong>Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinandme.com\/shop\">The Skincare Shop<\/a> for one-off purchases of your Routine Essentials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is it really true that products can become less effective over time as skin gets used to them? 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