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By Laura Carson Miller

Hi there friends,

Most of us don’t wake up one morning and think, I need a brand-new skincare routine. It’s usually more subtle—your skin starts behaving like it has its own agenda. Signs your skin is looking for backup can whisper or scream and trust me, it has zero to do with you or your skin care diligence.

While this certainly is no fun, it’s easily remedied with a little assitance. Let’s look at some common symptoms first…

Have you noticed any of these?

*Flakiness where you’ve never had it before
Not the chic, barely-there glow—actual flakes that show up uninvited.

*Breakouts that feel… unfamiliar
Different places, different timing, different personality altogether.

*Redness that lingers
A little flush is one thing. A permanent ‘just finished hot yoga’ look is another.

*Products that suddenly stop working
Your longtime favorites quietly turn on you.

*Your skin just feels ‘off’

It’s not just you. We’ve all been there. And when your skin is exhibiting signs it needs backup we must listen and take action. This is usually when I suggest bringing in a professional—someone who can look at your skin in person, under real lighting, and help you course-correct.

We exhibit the best and most effective self care by being attuned to our needs and acting accordingly. And even with all the information available on the internet there are times when seeing a professional IRL is when the real magic happens.

Needing a refresh certainly doesn’t mean you’ve failed at skincare. It usually just means your skin has entered a new chapter—and like most things in life, it helps to have a guide. You’ve got this, my friend. Keep calm and carry on.

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