Why I stopped washing my face and how it saved my skin...

Summary

In this video, Robin Sturgis shares her personal skincare journey, from struggling with hormonal acne in her teens to discovering a gentle, effective skincare routine. She discusses the challenges of using harsh face washes and products, highlighting the role of sensitive skin and the importance of understanding ingredients. Robin reveals how switching to a simple routine with just a microfiber face cloth led to clear, healthy skin. With honesty and passion, she encourages viewers to experiment with their own skincare and learn what works for them, while also offering a hopeful message for anyone dealing with similar struggles.

Takeaways

• 😀 Skincare is a huge passion for Robin, who usually posts music-related content on her channel.
• 😀 Robin emphasizes that she is not a dermatologist, and skin care advice is based on personal experience, not professional expertise.
• 😀 Robin struggled with hormonal acne starting at age 12 or 13, particularly on her chin and forehead.
• 😀 Makeup became a cycle of covering acne, which in turn caused more breakouts, contributing to insecurity.
• 😀 Robin spent a lot of money on acne products like Clearasil and Clean & Clear, which were too harsh for her sensitive skin.
• 😀 She realized that products with alcohol, salicylic acid, and benzoyl peroxide were making her acne worse due to her skin’s sensitivity.
• 😀 At one point, Robin even tried natural skincare methods, including coconut oil, which she now regrets as it worsened her acne.
• 😀 Robin decided to try Garnier Micellar Water and, for the first time, saw improvements—no new breakouts after a week.
• 😀 After using Micellar Water for a while, Robin transitioned to using only a microfiber cloth to wash her face, which further improved her skin.
• 😀 Robin found that less was more for her skin, and not washing her face with harsh cleansers was key to clearer, more even skin.
• 😀 While her skin isn't perfect, Robin’s skincare journey helped her find a routine that worked, and she encourages others to try what works for them.

Q & A

What prompted Robin to start talking about skincare on her channel?

Robin had a deep passion for skincare, which she wanted to share with others. She felt the time had come to step out and discuss something she truly loves, alongside her music-related content.

Is Robin a professional in skincare or dermatology?

No, Robin is not a dermatologist or an esthetician. She emphasizes that her skincare knowledge comes from personal experience, and she encourages viewers to take her advice with a grain of salt, as everyone's skin is different.

What skin issue did Robin struggle with in her adolescence?

Robin struggled with hormonal acne starting around the age of 12 or 13. It typically appeared on her chin and forehead, which are common areas for hormonal acne.

How did Robin's use of makeup impact her skin?

Robin used makeup to cover her acne, which created a vicious cycle. The makeup contributed to more breakouts, and to hide the breakouts, she used more makeup, making the acne situation worse.

What type of skincare products did Robin use to try to address her acne?

Robin used acne face washes and cleansers, like Clearasil and Clean & Clear, which were not cheap. She also tried other acne-focused products, but they often contained harsh ingredients like alcohol, salicylic acid, and benzoyl peroxide.

Why did Robin find those acne face washes ineffective?

Robin discovered that the acne face washes, which contained strong ingredients like alcohol and salicylic acid, were too harsh for her sensitive skin. These products exacerbated the problem rather than improving it.

What was Robin's experience with the 'natural skincare' trend?

Robin followed the natural skincare trend and tried using coconut oil. In hindsight, she regrets this choice, as it made her acne worse rather than helping her skin.

What discovery helped Robin's skin improve significantly?

Robin discovered that using Garnier micellar water as her primary cleanser, instead of harsh face washes, resulted in clear skin for the first time in years. This led her to stop using face washes altogether.

How did Robin's skincare routine change after using micellar water?

After using micellar water, Robin transitioned to using only a microfiber face cloth to cleanse her face. This change led to even better skin, with more even skin tone and fewer breakouts.

What is Robin's current skincare routine?

Robin no longer uses face washes, micellar water, or any similar products. Instead, she uses a microfiber face cloth to cleanse her face, and this approach has drastically improved her skin.