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Three steps or nine? Scandi minimalism or full K-beauty? It is one of the most common questions in skincare, and the honest answer is more interesting than either extreme.

In this episode, I sit down with medical aesthetician Sarah Drew to talk through how we actually think about routine length as professionals. We share why most people benefit from starting minimal, how a routine should naturally grow with you decade by decade, and why the number of steps matters far less than knowing what each product is for. We get practical about every age, from the right way to start a teenager's routine, to when antioxidants, exfoliation, eye care, and active products genuinely earn their place. We also talk honestly about layering trends, why a heavy occlusive moisturizer might be making your skin worse, and the simple test that tells you whether your routine is actually working.

A grounded, real-life conversation for anyone who has ever stood in front of their bathroom shelf wondering if they're doing too much or too little.

Learn more from the previous episodes:

Epigenetic Skincare: Can We Reprogram How Our Skin Ages?

Are Aggressive Skin Treatments Worth the Risk w/ Sarah Drew

Pro Tips for Building a Smarter Skincare Routine w/ Sarah Drew

The Skincare Consultation Guide Nobody Gave You w/ Sarah Drew

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Meder Beauty Cleansing Mask

Meder Beauty Antioxidant Serums

Meder Face And Neck Creams

Meder Beauty Face Sheet Masks

Meder Mask Set

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