Routine & cleansing
How many products do I actually need?
Short answer
Often fewer than you think: a tolerable cleanser when needed, a moisturiser, and daytime sun protection may be enough to start.
Full answer
How many products do I actually need?
A small routine is easier to tolerate and easier to troubleshoot. The right basics depend on your skin, climate, preferences, medical treatments, and goals; there is no universal number of products.
When the skin is reactive, remove unnecessary steps before adding actives. Once the skin is comfortable, add only one change at a time and give it enough time to show whether it helps.