Why Less Is More in Skincare
- Erica De Hoyos
- Jun 3
- 2 min read
A Holistic Skincare Philosophy for Aging Beautifully from a Temecula Facialist
“I thought aging skin meant I needed more products…”Spoiler: It doesn’t.
If you’ve ever stood in your bathroom, layering product after product—cleanser, toner, serum, eye cream, moisturizer, oil, overnight mask—and wondered why your skin still feels off, you’re not alone.
As a holistic facialist in Temecula, I see it all the time—women over 35 who are trying to
"do it right” but are unintentionally overloading their skin barrier.
Let’s clear this up:
The Myth: More products = better skin
The Truth: Simplicity supports your skin’s natural healing rhythm
Overcomplicating your routine can backfire. When your skin is constantly trying to process too many active ingredients—especially without proper barrier support—you can experience:
Irritation
Sensitivity
Breakouts or inflammation
A dull or “tired” look despite all the effort
Think of your skin like a garden…
You wouldn’t over-fertilize or water it ten times a day, right? 🌱 It needs the right tools at the right time—not more, just smarter.
My Less-Is-More 3-Step Routine
Here’s a holistic routine I often recommend (and use myself):
Blissoma Free Cleanser – A herbal-based cleanser that removes the day and respects your microbiome
Live Botanical Tulsi Hydrating Mist – A grounding, skin-quenching herbal toner
Live Botanical Solar Repair Serum + Renewing Concentrate Balm – Deeply healing, rich in whole-plant antioxidants
It’s just enough to hydrate, protect, and nourish—without overwhelming your skin.
And yes, this is especially important for skin over 35, when collagen begins to slow, and the skin barrier becomes more vulnerable to stress, sun, and lifestyle changes.
Summer Skincare Tip for Temecula Locals 🌞
Living in Temecula, we get 300+ days of sun—and while that’s a dream for wine tasting and pool days, it’s also a big factor in skin aging.
If you’re attending Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival (June 14–16), don’t forget to:
Load up on antioxidants (like Blissoma's Aura) before and after sun exposure
Mist your skin throughout the day with a cooling hydrosol
Wear your sunscreen! Like Blissoma's Photonic.
Skip exfoliating the night before if you’ll be in the sun for extended periods
Your skin will thank you!
Aging Beautifully Starts With Trusting Your Skin
You don’t need to keep chasing the next new product or trend. What you need is a routine that feels good, is easy to maintain, and supports your skin’s natural wisdom.
Want to experience this philosophy in action? Book a holistic sculpting facial in Temecula and discover what less-but-better can feel like.
Need help simplifying your routine?I’d love to guide you—just bring your current products to your next visit and we’ll create a plan together.
📍 Apotheke Skin Studio – Temecula, CA✨ Specializing in holistic, non-invasive facials for women over 30
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