SKINCARE DIARIES: 4 Skincare Resolutions To Live By in 2024

New year, new skin.

2024 is now here and many of us are already “standing on business” when it comes to following through with New Year resolutions. Now, while you may not keep up with the gym, those saving habits or going the full year without cussin’ someone out, one thing I implore you to keep up with is your beauty routine.

Personally, when I entered the beauty space many moons ago, I made a vow to keep to my “Skin Resolutions” and can honestly say that it was one of the best decisions I’ve made for my skin — especially as I continue to age. The word resolutions can cause quite a stir as you may think it’s asking of a big commitment. While that might be true for many of them, for beauty, we’re not taking ourselves so serious, mkay?

These skincare resolutions don’t have to be expensive or difficult to keep up with, as one can begin with ones that entail consistency, giving up skin abrasion activities, and the likes. Resolutions like staying physically active and eating well complement skincare resolutions, making the journey easier and more fun.

If you’re looking to get into your skincare bag, know that "Skincare Resoultions don’t have to be expensive or tedious — but you must do the work, (werk.)

Ahead, you will find four easy-to-do skincare resolutions to live by that will have you achieving the best skin of your life in 2024. Trust me, I wouldn’t steer you wrong.

1. Removing “The Day” Every Night

At this point, I know you do your skincare routine every morning, but even if you don’t wear makeup for the day, do you still wash your face at night? (Be honest, I’m not going to jump you.)

@nique.atnightSince doing this routine I’ve finally started seeing my skin clear up again! Idk what it was but i had a weird breakout season and im happy its coming to an end! #skincareroutine #dayskincareroutine #goodnolecules #goodmoleculesskincare #hyperpigmentation #acnescars #blackgirlskincare #blackgirlfriendlyskincare #hormonalskincare #ugcexample #ugcvideo

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If not, it’s important that you start doing so. The skin restores and repairs itself as you sleep, so removing all environment debris from your face (sunscreen, the elements and etc) is vital to help you get the skin your deserve. Clogged pored can lead to acne breakouts and other skin concerns and issues that you’ve worked so hard to avoid — so please, wash your face in the evenings, no matter how tired you are.

@abbyrosemaureenThe correct order to apply your skincare products #pockin #blackgirlskincare #blackgirltiktok #satiktok #skincare #skincareorder #skincareroutine #nightskincareroutine #skincaretips

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2. Incorporating The Top 3 Acids Into Your Skincare Routine

First of all, before we even get to washing your face in the evening, let’s make sure that your morning and evening routine includes skincare’s top acid players: Niacinamide, Vitamin C and Hyaluronic acid. These active ingredients work on healing and hydrating the skin.

@abbyrosemaureenReply to @cheery161 Niacinamide has so many benefits on the skin. It reduces #acne ,prevents signs of #aging , decrease oil production and helps treat #hyperpigmentation #niacinamideserum #theordinaryskincare #satiktok #pocskincare #blackgirlskincare

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You don’t need to use Vitamin C in your evening routine, but it is good for daytime wear if you have any dark spots or hyperpigmentation you want to target. Hyaluronic acid works to increase the suppleness and bouciness of your skin (which is perfect when you’re in the 30+ club as we start to lose that youthful bounce.) And niacinamide helps to circumvent or soothe any acne breakouts.

3. Wear Sunscreen, Damnit!

Yes, it’s winter and it may be cloudy, but you still need to wear SPF no matter the season or weather conditions. For us melanin-rich folk, our skin has built-in SPF, but you still extra protection, period.

@tayloryourglowWear your SPF! Every Way. Every Day. #sunscreen #spf #skintok #skincare #nowhitecastsunscreen #naturiumskincare #blackgirlskincare

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4. Stay Consistent

If you want to see any type of progress, it’s essential that you remain consistent. That means sticking with a routine and products what works best for your skin type and not switching to the latest and the greatest because TikTok told you so.

Keeping a simple skincare regime will ultimately payoff in the most rewarding way with consistent practice.