Skincare · 4 min read ·
Is expensive skincare worth the money?
Where to spend and where to save in your routine.
Quick answer: Spend on treatment products with proven actives, such as vitamin C, retinoids and SPF you will actually wear. Save on cleansers and basic moisturisers, where pricier versions add less.
Where to invest
Serums with well-formulated actives and a high-quality daily SPF.
Where to save
Gentle cleansers and simple moisturisers.
Packaging and stability
Good formulations protect fragile ingredients from light and air.
Advice
The right routine matters more than the price tag.
Common questions
Do I need a full brand system?
Not always. Many people mix brands successfully.
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Written by the Skin Deep Aesthetics clinical team, 6 Carlisle Road, Derry. This article is general information, not medical advice. Book a consultation for advice about your own skin.
