2024 Skin Care Resolutions You Can Actually Stick to

Are you looking to make 2024 a great year for your skin? Making changes to your routine, no matter how small they are, does help, especially if you can commit to them. Here are some New Year skin care resolutions you can actually stick to.

Wear SPF every day

Regardless of the weather or time of the year, you should always apply broad-spectrum sunscreen. Reapply SPF after swimming, sweating, or toweling off. Make sure to pair it with other sun protection measures such as limiting sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and accessorizing with a wide-brimmed hat and UV protective glasses.

Extend your skincare to your neck and upper chest

Stop forgetting/neglecting your décolletage when applying skincare. The neck and the chest are among the first areas to show signs of aging. Not taking care of them can give away your age or make you look older than you actually are. So, this New Year, make sure to extend your serums and moisturizers to your neck and chest area. 

For further reading: Say No to Neck Neglect: Aesthetic Treatments for Your Neck

Go makeup-free as often as you can

While there is nothing wrong with wearing makeup, avoiding layers of cosmetic products can actually improve skin health. As there is nothing that disrupts the skin barrier, you can promote healing or even notice glowing skin after a week or so. 

If you, however, are not comfortable going barefaced, addressing your concerns with aesthetic treatments can help you create a smooth canvas for better makeup application or be more confident in your own skin. 

Cleanse your skin daily

This 2024, make a promise to consistently cleanse your face, morning and night and after sweating. It should be the first step before applying toner and moisturizer. Go with a facial cleanser that is right for your skin type or skin concerns. Dr. Sylvia’s Sensitive Cleanser with Aloe Leaf Water is suitable for very dry or sensitive skin, as well as rosacea-prone skin.

Remove makeup before bed 

Sleeping in your makeup is one of the worst things you can do to your skin. Doing so often can cause the oils, dirt, and impurities on your skin to mix with your makeup. This can then contribute to clogged pores, skin irritation, and breakouts. 

Double cleansing is ideal if you regularly use makeup, as it helps get rid of impurities and makeup after cleansing, as well as combat excess oil without drying your skin.

For further reading: 5 Makeup Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Skin 

Don’t skimp on sleep

Apart from feeling exhausted the next day, lack of sleep can lead to puffy eyes, dark circles, and more prominent fine lines and wrinkles. It also robs your body of the opportunity to repair daytime damage and replace old, damaged cells. 

So, this 2024, try to prioritize sleep more by dozing off for seven to nine hours every night. The effects of sticking to this resolution will be evident on your skin and energy levels.

Cutis as your beauty and skincare partner

The aforementioned habits are simple skincare resolutions you can commit to for the new year. If you, however, need a professional opinion on the skin concerns that have been bothering you, Cutis Medical Laser Clinics in Singapore can help. We offer non-surgical aesthetic treatments that can promote glowing, younger-looking skin. 

Whether you’re worried about lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, or mild skin laxity, we can help. We offer personalized treatment plans, as well as evidence-based procedures for various skin, face, and body concerns. Feel free to contact Cutis today to learn more or book a consultation with our aesthetic doctor.