The Skin-Scaries: 5 Spooky Habits That Are Sabotaging Your Skin

If we had a dollar for every time someone told us “I didn’t know that was bad for my skin,” we’d be able to buy everyone a corrective facial and a bottle of C-Esta.

October is all about the spooky stuff—and truthfully, there’s nothing scarier to an esthetician than a half-used jar of St. Ives, makeup wipes posing as skincare, or sunscreen still sitting unopened in October.

Let’s talk scary skin habits that sneak up on your barrier, your glow, and your long-term skin health… and what to do instead.

👻Haunting Your Skin Barrier with Over-Exfoliation

We know it feels productive to scrub, peel, and polish your face into a new dimension—but your barrier is begging for a break. Redness, flakiness, increased breakouts? They’re all signs your skin’s natural defenses are spooked.

Skin Deep Swap:
If you’ve been doing the most, reach for Jan Marini’s Bioglycolic Cleanser a few times a week instead of daily. Pair with Transformation Creaminsolutions.com/transformation-face-cream.html to rehydrate without overwhelming. And for the love of glow, ditch the physical scrubs.

Sleeping in Your Makeup (aka Summoning the Breakout Demons)

Whether it’s a late night out or just “I was too tired,” this one is always haunting your glow. Makeup, pollution, and excess oil build up all night long—and your skin has no chance to repair.

Skin Deep Swap:
Keep PCA Facial Wash or RA Skin Brightening Cleanser by your sink, and set a goal: if you can scroll TikTok, you can wash your face. Bonus? Our estheticians can help build a 2-minute nighttime routine that won’t scare you off.

Drugstore Frightmares: Using Random Products Based on What’s Trending

Just because your favorite influencer has “glass skin” doesn’t mean their $12 serum will work for your barrier, your acne, or your pigment.

Skin Deep PSA:
Not all products are created equal—and honestly, some are wolves in sheep’s clothing. Let us help you figure out what’s worth investing in (and what belongs in the product graveyard under your sink). 

Better Bet:
We’re not saying you should never buy something that’s trending, but let your esti review the product and let you know if it’s ingredients will work for you! Book your facial and bring in what you’re currently using. We’ll help you build a routine that fits your goals and your budget.

Pimple Popping & DIY Extractions 

Yes, we know it’s tempting. No, we don’t recommend it. You’re more likely to cause inflammation, scarring, and prolonged healing time than get that clean extraction you were hoping for.

Skin Deep Fix:
Schedule a deep cleansing facial instead. We’ll assess what needs to be extracted (and what doesn’t), and do it safely—without the aftermath of a horror movie scene.

Skipping SPF in Fall (Because the Sun’s “Not as Strong”)

The UV rays didn’t get the memo that it’s sweater weather. If you’re skipping sunscreen because you’re not laying out poolside anymore, your collagen is still crying.

Skin Deep Swap:
Tizo Sunscreen is a year-round staple for a reason. It’s mineral-based, non-irritating, and won’t mess with your makeup. Bonus: it gives a gorgeous finish under foundation.Also so easy to throw on for a little coverage so you don’t show up to school drop off looking like a zombie. 

Ready to Break Your Bad Habits?

You don’t have to ghost your old routine overnight. But if you’re noticing dullness, dryness, breakouts, or sensitivities—your skin is sending boo signals.

Let us help you un-haunt your skincare with treatments and products that actually work for your face.

Book a fall facial,  and let’s set your skin up for glowing success before the holiday rush.