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Want to up the ante when it comes to your skincare efforts this year? Chances are that there are a few things that your skin could do with either more of or less of – some small tweaks here and there could make all the difference to your complexion.
Where do you possibly begin? Lionesse has your back! Here are the skincare tips 2026 demands that you know.
More: Moisture
While it’s true that everyone’s skin has its own unique set of needs, there are certain things that everybody would benefit from more of, and moisture is one. It keeps the skin feeling smooth, plump, and elastic, while also playing a key role in everything from protein production to cell renewal to nutrient delivery.
Unfortunately, moisture retention is something that the skin usually struggles with at the start of the year. Not only does the winter weather cause the skin to lose moisture at a much faster rate, but you’ll also need to deal with all of the usual dehydration triggers, like stress and UV rays (yes, they’re still around in the winter).
So, how can you give your skin more moisture? Firstly, make sure that you have a hydrating serum in your skincare routine. A product like the Lionesse Opal Sheer Collagen Serum, which brings several hydrating ingredients together, is perfect for this.
You’ll also need to make sure that your moisturizer is capable of holding moisture in for long periods of time. A formula that contains plenty of moisture-locking fatty acids, such as the Lionesse Morganite Reinforcing Cream, is a must.
Less: Skincare Products
People often start the new year with various skincare resolutions. There’s nothing wrong with this – it’s a great opportunity to make positive changes for your skin. However, if your skincare resolutions involve adding an array of new products to your skincare routine, there’s a good chance that your skin won’t appreciate your efforts.
Why? It all comes down to skin barrier function, which is naturally lower at this time of the year. With your skin barrier responsible for keeping your skin safe from environmental damage, as well as for moisture retention, barrier function isn’t something that you want to interfere with. However, overloading your skin with lots of extra ingredients/products at a time when it’s already struggling will quickly overwhelm your skin barrier. This will result in redness, inflammation, irritation, and a whole host of other problems.
This is why dermatologists are adamant that one of the skincare tips 2026 should be all about is keeping skincare routines simple. When it comes to your skin, less is more. Pick your products strategically, opting for just a few multifunctional formulas rather than several single-purpose products.
More: Antioxidants
When it comes to popular skincare ingredients, antioxidants sit at the top of the list. These powerful compounds are famous for neutralizing the appearance of free radical damage. They can keep your complexion safe from aging, sun damage, dryness, inflammation, and more, making it well worth incorporating a variety of antioxidants into your skincare routine.
If your skincare routine is currently lacking in antioxidants, vitamin C is a good one to start with. It’s an excellent all-rounder that will help with just about every visible skin concern. Vitamin C serums are particularly beneficial because the lightweight nature of a serum allows for enhanced absorption. Pick a serum that contains a reliable form of vitamin C, like the 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid in the Lionesse White Pearl Vitamin C Serum.
In addition to vitamin C, try to cram a few other antioxidants into your skincare routine. From other vitamins to plant extracts, the more variety you give to your skin in terms of antioxidants, the better!
Less: Harsh Exfoliation
Exfoliation is an important part of skincare. However, more and more dermatologists are noticing an increase in cases of skin problems related to over-exfoliation. In recent years, exfoliators have become more aggressive, appealing to consumers because of how efficient they are. However, although those super-powerful exfoliants may seem like miracle workers at first, they chip away at the skin’s natural protective barrier over time.
How can you avoid over-exfoliating? The first step is to make sure that you aren’t exfoliating too often. You should be adjusting the frequency at which you exfoliate based on your skin’s ever-changing needs, the time of year, your activity levels, and more.
You’ll also need to make sure that your exfoliator doesn’t contain any overly harsh ingredients. Put away the high-concentration acids for now – save those for the summer months. Reach for gentler formulas instead, like the Lionesse White Pearl Facial Peeling. It will clear away pore blockages and deep-seated impurities without leaving your skin barrier feeling compromised.
More: SPF
One of the most repeated skincare tips 2026 will bring will be to step up your game when it comes to sun protection. Although awareness is growing when it comes to the many ways in which UV rays damage the skin, those rays are often equated with hot, sunny days, meaning that sun protection ends up neglected during the winter months.
So, start your year off right by increasing the amount of sun protection your skin receives. Begin by investing in a high-quality sunscreen – ideally, one that you enjoy using. SPF 30 should be the minimum SPF rating you go for, and be sure to only consider broad-spectrum formulas since these will protect against both UVA and UVB rays.
Once you have the perfect sunscreen, commit yourself to reapplying it every couple of hours. This may seem like a chore at first, which is why it’s so important to find a sunscreen you genuinely like. However, once this becomes a habit, you’ll be able to give your skin the UV protection it needs in a way that feels effortless.
Less: Stress
You’re probably already aware that stress is so bad for your mental health. However, stress is something that your skin could do with less of as well. Whenever you feel stressed, the cortisol that your body releases causes havoc with your skin. It sends oil production into overdrive, triggers inflammation, accelerates the development of wrinkles, damages the skin barrier…and the list goes on!
If you’re guilty of stressing more than you should, it’s definitely worth addressing this now that the new year has begun. Make 2026 the year of less stress!
How? There are plenty of science-backed methods for reducing anxiety and stress. You’ll need to spend some time exploring the various options, trying different ones out when your stress levels start to rise. You’ll soon figure out which methods work well for you, giving you some go-to stress busters that you can rely on for life.
More: Sleep
It’s easy to underestimate just how important beauty sleep is for your skin. This is when your skin cells switch from defense mode to repair mode, and the processes that are carried out overnight are all things that you want to encourage as much as possible if you’re hoping to maintain a healthy-looking glow.
If you aren’t getting around eight hours of quality sleep each night, then this is something that your skin most definitely needs more of in 2026. Adjusting your sleeping habits to ensure this will help with everything from wrinkles to roughness.
To enhance the effects of your beauty sleep even further, incorporate an overnight mask into your evening skincare routine. The Lionesse Opal Sheer Melting Mask, for example, will have you waking up to skin that looks unbelievably soft and radiant.
Less: Viral Trends
It’s hard to completely ignore the viral skincare trends that dominate social media from time to time. 2026 will be no exception – there are many new skincare trends, both bad and good, that are set to make some noise in the industry.
What’s the problem with this? Buying into those trends makes it easy to lose sight of what your skin actually needs. Your skincare routine should be tailored around your skin’s unique requirements, rather than what’s hot on TikTok at the moment. Fall for the hype, and you could end up doing some damage to your skin.
Instead, if you see a trend that intrigues you, do some research first. Make sure that it’s backed by trustworthy professionals before giving it a try.
More: Care From Within
Most of the skincare tips 2026 will be perpetuating focus on topical products, treatments, and devices. There’s no denying that topical care is vital if you want a flawless complexion, but don’t forget that caring for your skin should come from within too.
The food that you eat each day has a direct impact on your complexion. Those nutrients are fed to your skin cells, meaning that if your diet is lacking, your skin cells will be missing out as well. A poor diet can quickly lead to dullness, dryness, acne, premature aging, and many other skin concerns you don’t want to be dealing with!
So, if you want to see an improvement in your complexion this year, try giving your skin more internal nutrients. Make an effort to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, adding a wider variety than usual to your meals. Lean proteins and healthy fats will do your skin the world of good too. Meanwhile, try to reduce your intake of refined carbohydrates and high-sugar foods. These only destroy your skin from within over time.
Giving Your Skin All That It Needs in 2026
It can sometimes be difficult to identify exactly what it is that your skin needs, making it important to really listen to what your skin is telling you. Pay attention to even the most subtle changes, so that you can adjust your skincare routine accordingly.
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