Because your skin deserves more than apologies and leftover face wipes.
Your calendar is bursting, your notifications are louder than your inner voice, and your office lighting? It screams “zombie in HR.” Still, your skin’s been silently fighting this 9-to-9 battle with you. So, on International Self-Care Day, let’s gift it something simple, something doable, and something that actually works.
We spoke to Malini Adapureddy, founder of Deconstruct Skincare, and she gave us the skincare version of the 80-20 rule—do less, glow more.
1. Facewash Before Feelings
Skipped leg day. Forgot to eat lunch. But please don’t skip washing your face.
In cities like Mumbai, your skin collects more pollution than a dustbin. Twice a day, every day. No harsh foams. No “squeaky-clean = clean” lies. You need soft, non-drying, and no drama.
💧 2. Moisturise. Even If You’re Oily.
Still think moisturisers are only for dry skin? Think again.
AC offices, late-night binge-watching, and weather that changes moods faster than you do—all strip your skin of hydration. A light serum + basic moisturiser = tired skin’s morning coffee.
Your skin is thirsty. Water inside you isn’t enough. Give it a sip, topically.
🌞 3. SPF—Yes, Even for Couch Potatoes
“But I didn’t go out today!” is not an excuse. If you see daylight, you’re exposed.
Balcony tea = UV rays.
Laptop screen = long hours of light exposure.
So yes, wear that sunscreen like it’s your armor. And don’t skip your lips. Lip balms with SPF are low-key MVPs.
⚗️ 4. Stop Playing Chemist
That pimple? It doesn’t need a 7-step chemical takedown.
You’re not a lab rat. You don’t need every reel’s “miracle active.”
More actives ≠ better skin.
Start slow. Listen to your skin. If it burns, it’s not working. It’s screaming.
Cleanse. Moisturise. Protect.
Add actives only if your skin genuinely needs backup—not because someone on the ‘gram had an empty bottle.
🧴 5. Minimalism > Madness
You don’t need 17 jars and a mini fridge.
Welcome to slow beauty—the calm skincare revolution. The bare minimum is the new glow-up.
Your new power routine:
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A gentle cleanser
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A hydrator (serum or moisturiser)
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A solid sunscreen
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A lip balm that does more than shine
That’s it. Four products. Maximum impact. No chaos.
The Real Secret? Just Show Up for Yourself
Self-care isn’t always bath bombs and influencer face masks. Sometimes it’s:
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Washing your face at night
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Closing tabs (both browser and emotional)
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Drinking water and minding your own glow
Malini calls it the “Highly Effective Yet Gentle” routine. We call it respect—for your time, your skin, and your sanity.
So this Self-Care Day, skip the hype. Start with these tiny rituals. And glow on, boss.
