Why Skincare Is So Hard to Quit (Even When It’s Not Working)

Let’s be honest. Giving up skincare is hard.
Not just the products.
The routines. The rules.
The belief that you have to do it or your face will fall apart.Here’s why it’s so hard to stop—even when it’s not helping:

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1. Everyone’s Doing It
Your friends. Your mom. That girl on TikTok.
Everyone’s putting something on their face.
And they swear it’s the thing that gives them great skin.But here’s the truth:
A lot of people would have good skin no matter what they use.
Or they’re doing one thing that works—and 12 others that don’t.
But you can’t tell which is which.

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2. The Ads Never Stop
Skincare is everywhere.
Your phone. Your TV. The checkout line.
They all say the same thing:
Buy this. Fix your face.
You’re not enough without us.And it’s not just brands.
It’s friends. Family. Even your doctor.
They all want to “help.”
And they all want you to try something.

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3. “Experts” Keep Pushing Products
Everyone’s got advice.
Dermatologists. Influencers. Strangers on the internet.
It’s loud. It’s confusing.
And they’re usually trying to sell you something.
No wonder you don’t know what to do.

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4. FOMO Is Real
You see a trend. A viral product.
You don’t want to miss it.
What if this one actually works?
What if your skin really does need it?That’s not curiosity.
That’s fear.
And brands use it against you.

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5. You’ve Already Spent So Much
You’ve bought the bottles.
Watched the videos.
Tried the steps.
It didn’t work—but you keep going.Why?
Because quitting feels like failure.
You think, “I’ve already spent $1,000. I can’t stop now.”But if it’s not working, what are you really holding onto?And speaking of spending lots of money, Butter Oasis Moisturizing Balm is EXPENSIVE but it will replace ALL your existing moisturizers... Get yours now!

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6. The Industry Wants You Hooked
The whole system is designed to keep you spending.
More products. More steps. More fear.
Less money in your pocket.
And no real proof anything’s helping.Skincare isn’t broken.
It’s working exactly how they built it.
For them.

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So before you try the next trend or drop $80 on a “miracle” serum…
Pause.Ask yourself:
Do I actually need this?
Or did someone just convince me I do?If you found this helpful, subscribe to Dr. Bibi's Newsletter for cutting edge skincare and share this article. For further insights into skincare simplification, check out my book "Sick Skin - Skin Care Made Simple" on Amazon, now available in audio.Watch “Giving up skincare is HARD! Here's why" on YouTube.

Thanks for reading and God bless.

Yuval Bibi, MD/PhD - Board Certified Dermatologist