Let's be real—how many times have you started the year with big skincare goals, only to abandon them by Valentine's Day?
Maybe you bought that expensive serum everyone was raving about, used it twice, and then forgot about it in your bathroom drawer. Or perhaps you committed to a 10-step routine that lasted exactly three days before you were back to splashing water on your face and calling it a night.
Here's the thing: skincare resolutions fail when they're either too vague ("I'll take better care of my skin!") or impossibly complicated.
Ready? Let's do this.
Resolution #1: Switch to Retinaldehyde (Your Skin Will Thank You)
Real Talk: You've probably heard you need retinol for aging skin. But here's what nobody tells you—retinol can be irritating, takes forever to work, and honestly? There's something better.
Enter retinaldehyde. Think of it as retinol's smarter, more efficient cousin.
Here's Why It's Better: Clinical studies show retinaldehyde is 10x more bioavailable than retinol. In a 2024 study, women using 0.1% retinaldehyde for just 8 weeks saw:
- 12% fewer fine lines on their face
- 19% fewer fine lines on their chest (yes, chest wrinkles are real!)
- 19% improvement in dark spots
- 20% smaller-looking pores
And the best part? Even women with sensitive skin tolerated it beautifully. No red, peeling, angry skin.
What to Use: Advanced+ Renewal | Retinal Niacinamide Anti-Aging Night Serum
We combined retinaldehyde with niacinamide (more on that later) and a powerful brightening ingredient for triple-action results: fewer wrinkles, faded dark spots, and smoother texture.
How to Make It Happen: Start with 2 nights a week. Give your skin a week or two to adjust, then bump it up to 3-4 nights. Apply it after cleansing, before your moisturizer. That's it. No complicated layering required.
New Year, New Skin: 5 Science-Backed Skincare Resolutions That Actually Work
Let's be real—how many times have you started the year with big skincare goals, only to abandon them by Valentine's Day?
Maybe you bought that expensive serum everyone was raving about, used it twice, and then forgot about it in your bathroom drawer. Or perhaps you committed to a 10-step routine that lasted exactly three days before you were back to splashing water on your face and calling it a night.Here's the thing: skincare resolutions fail when they're either too vague ("I'll take better care of my skin!") or impossibly complicated.
As a pharmacist-founded brand, we're cutting through the noise. No trends. No TikTok hacks. Just five science-backed resolutions that will actually transform your skin in 2026 without requiring a skincare degree or an hour-long routine.
Ready? Let's do this.
Resolution #1: Switch to Retinaldehyde (Your Skin Will Thank You)
Real Talk: You've probably heard you need retinol for aging skin. But here's what nobody tells you—retinol can be irritating, takes forever to work, and honestly? There's something better.
Enter retinaldehyde. Think of it as retinol's smarter, more efficient cousin.
Here's Why It's Better: Clinical studies show retinaldehyde is 10x more bioavailable than retinol. In a 2024 study, women using 0.1% retinaldehyde for just 8 weeks saw:
- 12% fewer fine lines on their face
- 19% fewer fine lines on their chest (yes, chest wrinkles are real!)
- 19% improvement in dark spots
- 20% smaller-looking pores
And the best part? Even women with sensitive skin tolerated it beautifully. No red, peeling, angry skin.
What to Use: Advanced+ Renewal | Retinal Niacinamide Anti-Aging Night Serum
We combined retinaldehyde with niacinamide (more on that later) and a powerful brightening ingredient for triple-action results: fewer wrinkles, faded dark spots, and smoother texture.
How to Make It Happen: Start with 2 nights a week. Give your skin a week or two to adjust, then bump it up to 3-4 nights. Apply it after cleansing, before your moisturizer. That's it. No complicated layering required.
Resolution #2: Give Vitamin C a Real Shot (Like, Actually Use It)
Can We Be Honest? You probably already own a vitamin C serum. Maybe you bought it after reading it's the "holy grail" for bright, glowy skin. You used it for a week, didn't see instant results, and... yeah, it's still sitting in your cabinet.
We get it. But here's the truth: vitamin C works—when you actually use it consistently.
The Science Is Legit: A landmark study found that women who used vitamin C for 12 weeks saw visible improvements in fine lines, wrinkles, and overall skin tone. Even better? Skin biopsies showed actual new collagen production. That's not marketing fluff—that's real skin transformation.
Another study found vitamin C can reduce dark spots by up to 73%. Seventy. Three. Percent.
What to Use: Glow Getter 3 | Triple Vitamin C Brightening Serum
Here's why ours is different: we use THREE types of vitamin C that work together like a dream team:
- L-Ascorbic Acid (the powerhouse for collagen)
- Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (the brightener)
- Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (the gentle, anti-inflammatory one)
This trio stays stable, penetrates deeper, and delivers results you can actually see.
How to Make It Happen: Every. Single. Morning. After you wash your face, apply 3-4 drops of Glow Getter 3, let it sink in for 30 seconds, then follow with moisturizer and sunscreen.
Put it next to your toothbrush if you have to. Just don't skip it.
Resolution #3: Stop Skipping the "Boring" Step (Moisturizer Is Where Magic Happens)
Let's Talk About Niacinamide. It's not sexy. It doesn't promise overnight miracles. But honey, this ingredient is the ultimate multitasker—and clinical studies prove it.
What Niacinamide Actually Does: In a 12-week double-blind study, women using 5% niacinamide twice daily saw improvements in:
- Fine lines and wrinkles ✓
- Dark spots ✓
- Skin texture ✓
- Pore size (up to 20% smaller!) ✓
- Barrier strength ✓
It boosts ceramides (your skin's protective shield), reduces redness, fades pigmentation, AND helps control oil if you're combination or acne-prone.
Basically? It does everything.
What to Use: Daily Infusion Moisturizer | Firming & Lifting
Our niacinamide-powered moisturizer strengthens your skin barrier, boosts collagen, and keeps your skin hydrated all day—without any greasy residue.
How to Make It Happen: Use it morning and night. No exceptions. Think of it as your skin's daily vitamin.
And here's the beauty: niacinamide plays well with everything. Vitamin C? Yes. Retinaldehyde? Absolutely. AHAs? You bet. This is your routine's backbone.
Quick Question:
Are you still using those grainy apricot scrubs from the '90s?
Please stop. You're literally creating tiny tears in your skin. (We did it too—no judgment!)
Here's the Better Way: Chemical exfoliants like AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) dissolve dead skin cells without any scrubbing. Clinical studies show glycolic acid at 7-17% can:
- Smooth rough texture
- Fade sun spots and pigmentation
- Reduce fine lines
- Actually boost collagen production
One study found glycolic acid at pH 4 stimulates collagen and epidermal renewal without causing inflammation. Translation: your skin gets smoother and firmer without the irritation.
What to Use: AHA-Mazing Clean Gel Cleanser | Gentle Exfoliating Alpha Hydroxy Acids
This pH-balanced cleanser does double duty—it cleans and gently exfoliates, revealing brighter, smoother skin every time you wash your face.
How to Make It Happen: Use it 3-4 nights a week in place of your regular cleanser. Start with 2x a week if your skin is sensitive.
And listen—sunscreen is non-negotiable when you're using AHAs. They make your skin more sun-sensitive, so SPF every morning is a must.
Resolution #5: Show Your Body Some Love (Not Just Your Face)
Real Talk: We spend hundreds on facial skincare but slap on whatever drugstore lotion is on sale for our bodies. Our necks, chest, and hands show aging too!
The Research Says: A 2026 study on shea butter found some pretty incredible results:
- 37.8% reduction in water loss through the skin
- 58% increase in hydration after just 24 hours
- 33% stronger skin barrier
That's because shea butter's fatty acids literally match your skin's natural barrier. It's like giving your skin exactly what it's been missing.
What to Use: Shea Body Butter | Ultra-Hydrating Body Moisturizer
This rich, luxurious butter melts into skin and locks in moisture for 24+ hours. No greasy residue—just soft, supple skin.
How to Make It Happen: Apply it right after your shower while your skin is still slightly damp. That's when your skin absorbs moisture best. Focus on your elbows, knees, hands, and décolletage (that chest area we all forget about).
Want the Full Experience? Try the Smooth Skin Set—our Bamboo Lemongrass Body Polish + Shea Body Butter. Exfoliate, then hydrate. Your skin will feel like butter.
Okay, So What Does This Actually Look Like in Real Life?
Your New Morning Routine (5 minutes, max):
- Splash face with water
- Pat on Glow Getter 3 (Vitamin C serum)
- Smooth on Daily Infusion Moisturizer
- Apply SPF (always!)
Your New Evening Routine (also 5 minutes):
- Cleanse with AHA-Mazing Clean (3-4x per week)
- Apply Advanced+ Renewal (retinaldehyde, 3-4x per week)
- Finish with Daily Infusion Moisturizer
Body Care (right after shower): Shea Body Butter everywhere—arms, legs, décolletage, hands
That's it. No 47-step routine. No confusing layering rules. Just clean, effective, science-backed skincare.
The Real Secret? Consistency Over Perfection
Here's what we've learned after years of formulating products and listening to thousands of women: The best skincare routine is the one you'll actually stick with.
You don't need 15 products. You need the right products used consistently.
These five resolutions aren't about being perfect. Miss a night? It's fine. Forget your vitamin C one morning? Tomorrow's a new day.
The goal isn't perfection—it's progress.
Ready to make 2026 your best skin year?
Start with our Radiant Skin Set (vitamin C + retinaldehyde—the dream team) or go all-in with the Ageless Skin Set for a complete routine.
Because you deserve skincare that actually works—backed by a pharmacist, proven by science, and simple enough to stick with.
Let's glow into 2026 together.
