Break up with your winter skincare: Skin fasting is the new must-follow routine

Winter can be especially harsh on the skin, but piling on heavier creams and stronger actives isn’t always the answer.

- Eshana Saha

In fact, dermatologists warn that overloading the skin during colder months can sometimes do more harm than good.

Instead, simplifying routines and allowing the skin to rest may help it heal more effectively. This approach, known as skin fasting, is gaining attention as a gentler way to maintain healthy skin this season.

WHAT IS SKIN FASTING?