The 5 Biggest Skincare Mistakes That Damage Your Skin
Good intentions, but it still goes wrong. Many people make daily skincare mistakes without knowing it, resulting in a damaged skin barrier, dehydration, or accelerated skin aging. Yvonne van Veen sees them daily in her practice. These are the five most common mistakes, and how to avoid them.
Mistake 1: Not using SPF
This is by far the biggest mistake. UV radiation is the main cause of skin aging, pigmentation, and skin damage, even on cloudy days and in winter. Without daily SPF, you partially undo all other skincare efforts.
"I see it every day in my practice. People invest in good serums and creams but skip the SPF. That's a shame. SPF is the best anti-aging investment you can make."
Yvonne van Veen, medical beautician
Use a daily SPF that suits your skin type, such as the IK SKIN Perfection - SUN BALANCE FACE SPF 50 for the face or the Bask Suncare - Mineral Sunscreen Serum for light daily protection.
Mistake 2: Cleaning too aggressively
A cleanser that foams and tightens may feel clean, but it damages the skin barrier. A disrupted barrier leads to dehydration, redness, and reactive skin. Always cleanse gently, even if you have oily or impure skin.
The IK SKIN Perfection - SOFT & SMOOTH cleanses effectively without stripping the skin, suitable for all skin types.
Mistake 3: Using too many products at once
More is not always better. An overload of active ingredients, such as retinol, vitamin C, acids, and niacinamide all at once, can irritate and overwhelm the skin. Start with a simple basic routine and add products step by step.
The IK SKIN Perfection - Day & Night duo set offers a thoughtful, complete basic routine for morning and evening, without unnecessary steps or ingredients.
Mistake 4: Over-exfoliating
Scrubbing and peeling feel good, but exfoliating too often damages the skin barrier and makes the skin more sensitive to irritation, dehydration, and even acne. One to two times a week is more than enough for most skin types.
Choose a gentle exfoliant and then restore the skin with the IK SKIN Perfection - Skin Balancing & Hydrate to restore moisture balance.
Mistake 5: Inconsistent routine
Skincare only works with regular use. Using a mask or serum once a week has little effect. The skin needs time and consistency to improve. Choose a routine that you can stick to, even on busy days.
The Cenzaa - Skin Rhythm Morning Routine Set and the Cenzaa - Skin Rhythm Evening Routine Set make it easy to build a consistent routine, with everything you need in one set.
Tip: Unsure about your current routine? Contact sQincare.shop for personal skin advice from Yvonne.
About the author
This article was written in collaboration with Yvonne van Veen, medical beautician, owner of Salon Rustique in Musselkanaal and owner of sQincare.shop. Salon Rustique is affiliated with ANBOS and specializes in skin improvement, skin problems, and medical skin care. Thanks to her daily practical experience and additional dermatological training, she combines treatments in the salon with expert product advice for home use.