From glass skin, to skinminimalism, to ‘project pan’, there’s no arguing that the skincare industry gets creative when it comes to skincare trends in the ever-elusive pursuit in anti-ageing. But do these trends actually work or is it just marketing hype at its finest? Below, Mukti Organics founder and cosmetic formulator Mukti weighs in on all the latest crazes to reveal what works and what doesn’t.
Glass Skin
“Glass skin” is a skincare trend reigning from Korea, which focuses on achieving a smooth, luminous, translucent complexion. The way to do this is through layered hydration, gentle exfoliation and products that plump and smooth. Using lightweight hydrating products like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C, combined with gentle cleansing routines (double cleansing with oil-based and water-based cleansers) is the way to achieve glass skin.
The verdict: Well, I love the glass skin effect, but you really need to know what you’re doing here. Otherwise, you risk ending up with product piling (especially if you’re laying products that don’t blend well together or heavy products) that sits on the surface of the skin and interfere with natural transpiration. The other concern I have with this trend is that it can perpetuate unrealistic beauty standards. The truth is, “glass skin” can be really hard to achieve for most people. Most of us will naturally have freckles, sun damage, uneven texture and spots here and there – that’s what makes us unique and beautiful! While achieving healthy skin should always be a goal, I’m mindful of encouraging people to achieve completely flawless skin because for some it is unattainable especially once the skin has hit its peak at mid-twenties.
Project Pan
TikTok users are embracing Project Pan, where they commit to using up products fully before buying new ones. This trend promotes responsible consumption and decluttering, reflecting growing consumer awareness around sustainability and a move away from overconsumption.
The verdict: I love this trend because the intention behind it is all positive! Project Pan is something I have been practicing for years (without knowing I was following a TikTok trend)! However, I have spent years trialing different products and now know what works really well for my skin (so I tend to stick to it)! Yet for someone that might still be figuring out what works for their skin, this trend could pose some issues. After all, if a product is making you break out or just generally not vibing with your skin, should you still use it? I don’t think so! Yes, we don’t want to be just throwing out products all the time but perhaps consider gifting to a friend who might find it works better for them. I would also suggest sampling skincare particular if the samples are not single use or are housed in sustainable or minimalist packaging.
Korean skincare is all about taking good care of your skin each day to keep it healthy and glowing. What don’t we love about that?! Well, while the basis of Korean Skincare is something we should all strive for, it can be easy to get it wrong! The classic Korean skincare routine (often called the 7-step or 10-step routine) relies on applying many products in a specific order, from thinnest to thickest, to maximise absorption and effectiveness. Sounds good right? Well, many people struggle with layering skincare, often using a host of different brands with strong actives. This means you can very easily layer the wrong actives and cause damage to the skin.
The verdict: Use brands that lend themselves to layering (I might be biased but Mukti Organics is a great example of this because our products are gentle). My routine often involves more than 7 products – cleanse with our Hydrating Cleansing Lotion followed by our Gentle Melt Cleansing Balm, then a spritz of Rose Blossom Hydrating Mist before I apply my serums (my favourite at the moment is our Vital B and Rescue and Recover which assists with hydration and soothing the skin barrier aka glass skin. Then I will apply our Blemish Control directly to spots to help eliminate bacteria, mattify and remove excess oil. Then finally, I finish off with Marigold Hydrating Crème and another mist of Rose Blossom Hydrating Mist to seal it all in!
So as you can see, my regular skin care regimen is in effect mimicking Korean Skincare regimen, however sticking to the one brand that prioritises being gentle on the skin is important.
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LED Devices
Professional-grade devices like LED masks and red light therapy tools are becoming very popular for at-home use. I’m sure you’ve all seen the social media posts where people are wearing the Darth Vader looking masks! While they may look a little silly, the results just might be worth it.
The verdict: Proven to work on a cellular level to stimulate collagen production, improve blood circulation, and accelerate tissue repair – they’re a great option for salon worthy results at-home. It’s non-invasive, painless, and promotes skin rejuvenation by boosting mitochondrial energy, which enhances cell efficiency and repair processes. I’m a big fan of LED device’s versatility – they can reduce wrinkles, scars, and inflammation while also improving overall skin tone and texture. Devices like the Healite II, a medical grade LED light which we use at Mukti Beauty Rooms, penetrate deeply into the skin layers for long-lasting results without downtime or side effects. It’s a fantastic addition to any skincare routine for those serious about optimising their skin health naturally.
Skiniminimalism
There’s no arguing that skinminimalism is a huge trend happening in the skincare industry right now. Whether it be skin fasting, skinimalism or skincare micro dosing, stripping things back when it comes to your skincare routine is becoming all the rage. Put simply, consumers are moving away from complex, multi-step routines in favour of minimalist, multi-functional products that deliver results efficiently. So, does it actually work?
The verdict: I think this trend really does work – I love the no-fuss approach to this trend! Many people don’t realise that the skin is a powerful organism that can work incredibly on its own – it has the ability to rejuvenate itself (if only we let it). Oftentimes people mess with their skin’s natural processes by applying too many synthetic ingredients ladened with artificial fragrances/parfums and preservatives. Therefore, the skin is constantly working hard to remove the toxins or can get reliant or even ‘immune’ to synthetic ingredients, so they stop working as well. Skiniminimalism allows you to let your skin get back to basics, recover from any product overuse and start working better on its own (with just a little help from a few basic products). However, results really do come down to the products you choose.
If you’re considering stripping back your regimen, it’s important to be really selective about the products you do use. The tricky thing is that there is no one size fits all – you really need to choose products that are going to work for your skin. For me right now, my main concerns are skin ageing and ensuring that I manage my rosacea (which thankfully my products are really working well for me to keep it at bay). When trying this regime, I basically cut right back to a cleanser, serum and moisturiser. For me, I choose to use Mukti Organics Gentle Melt Cleansing Balm, followed by our Vital A (it’s a 100% botanical-based Retinal (not Retinol) that is clinically proven to work 11x faster than standard Retinols, and you can use it morning or night)! Then I finished off with Marigold Hydrating Crème which contains supercritically extracted antioxidants including madecassoside which is brilliant for calming the skin barrier.
From glass skin, to skinminimalism, to ‘project pan’, there’s no arguing that the skincare industry gets creative when it comes to skincare trends in the ever-elusive pursuit in anti-ageing. But do these trends actually work or is it just marketing hype at its finest? Below, Mukti Organics founder and cosmetic formulator Mukti weighs in on all the latest crazes to reveal what works and what doesn’t.
Glass Skin
“Glass skin” is a skincare trend reigning from Korea, which focuses on achieving a smooth, luminous, translucent complexion. The way to do this is through layered hydration, gentle exfoliation and products that plump and smooth. Using lightweight hydrating products like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C, combined with gentle cleansing routines (double cleansing with oil-based and water-based cleansers) is the way to achieve glass skin.
The verdict: Well, I love the glass skin effect, but you really need to know what you’re doing here. Otherwise, you risk ending up with product piling (especially if you’re laying products that don’t blend well together or heavy products) that sits on the surface of the skin and interfere with natural transpiration. The other concern I have with this trend is that it can perpetuate unrealistic beauty standards. The truth is, “glass skin” can be really hard to achieve for most people. Most of us will naturally have freckles, sun damage, uneven texture and spots here and there – that’s what makes us unique and beautiful! While achieving healthy skin should always be a goal, I’m mindful of encouraging people to achieve completely flawless skin because for some it is unattainable especially once the skin has hit its peak at mid-twenties.
Project Pan
TikTok users are embracing Project Pan, where they commit to using up products fully before buying new ones. This trend promotes responsible consumption and decluttering, reflecting growing consumer awareness around sustainability and a move away from overconsumption.
The verdict: I love this trend because the intention behind it is all positive! Project Pan is something I have been practicing for years (without knowing I was following a TikTok trend)! However, I have spent years trialing different products and now know what works really well for my skin (so I tend to stick to it)! Yet for someone that might still be figuring out what works for their skin, this trend could pose some issues. After all, if a product is making you break out or just generally not vibing with your skin, should you still use it? I don’t think so! Yes, we don’t want to be just throwing out products all the time but perhaps consider gifting to a friend who might find it works better for them. I would also suggest sampling skincare particular if the samples are not single use or are housed in sustainable or minimalist packaging.
Korean Skincare
Korean skincare is all about taking good care of your skin each day to keep it healthy and glowing. What don’t we love about that?! Well, while the basis of Korean Skincare is something we should all strive for, it can be easy to get it wrong! The classic Korean skincare routine (often called the 7-step or 10-step routine) relies on applying many products in a specific order, from thinnest to thickest, to maximise absorption and effectiveness. Sounds good right? Well, many people struggle with layering skincare, often using a host of different brands with strong actives. This means you can very easily layer the wrong actives and cause damage to the skin.
The verdict: Use brands that lend themselves to layering (I might be biased but Mukti Organics is a great example of this because our products are gentle). My routine often involves more than 7 products – cleanse with our Hydrating Cleansing Lotion followed by our Gentle Melt Cleansing Balm, then a spritz of Rose Blossom Hydrating Mist before I apply my serums (my favourite at the moment is our Vital B and Rescue and Recover which assists with hydration and soothing the skin barrier aka glass skin. Then I will apply our Blemish Control directly to spots to help eliminate bacteria, mattify and remove excess oil. Then finally, I finish off with Marigold Hydrating Crème and another mist of Rose Blossom Hydrating Mist to seal it all in!
So as you can see, my regular skin care regimen is in effect mimicking Korean Skincare regimen, however sticking to the one brand that prioritises being gentle on the skin is important.
LED Devices
Professional-grade devices like LED masks and red light therapy tools are becoming very popular for at-home use. I’m sure you’ve all seen the social media posts where people are wearing the Darth Vader looking masks! While they may look a little silly, the results just might be worth it.
The verdict: Proven to work on a cellular level to stimulate collagen production, improve blood circulation, and accelerate tissue repair – they’re a great option for salon worthy results at-home. It’s non-invasive, painless, and promotes skin rejuvenation by boosting mitochondrial energy, which enhances cell efficiency and repair processes. I’m a big fan of LED device’s versatility – they can reduce wrinkles, scars, and inflammation while also improving overall skin tone and texture. Devices like the Healite II, a medical grade LED light which we use at Mukti Beauty Rooms, penetrate deeply into the skin layers for long-lasting results without downtime or side effects. It’s a fantastic addition to any skincare routine for those serious about optimising their skin health naturally.
Skiniminimalism
There’s no arguing that skinminimalism is a huge trend happening in the skincare industry right now. Whether it be skin fasting, skinimalism or skincare micro dosing, stripping things back when it comes to your skincare routine is becoming all the rage. Put simply, consumers are moving away from complex, multi-step routines in favour of minimalist, multi-functional products that deliver results efficiently. So, does it actually work?
The verdict: I think this trend really does work – I love the no-fuss approach to this trend! Many people don’t realise that the skin is a powerful organism that can work incredibly on its own – it has the ability to rejuvenate itself (if only we let it). Oftentimes people mess with their skin’s natural processes by applying too many synthetic ingredients ladened with artificial fragrances/parfums and preservatives. Therefore, the skin is constantly working hard to remove the toxins or can get reliant or even ‘immune’ to synthetic ingredients, so they stop working as well. Skiniminimalism allows you to let your skin get back to basics, recover from any product overuse and start working better on its own (with just a little help from a few basic products). However, results really do come down to the products you choose.
If you’re considering stripping back your regimen, it’s important to be really selective about the products you do use. The tricky thing is that there is no one size fits all – you really need to choose products that are going to work for your skin. For me right now, my main concerns are skin ageing and ensuring that I manage my rosacea (which thankfully my products are really working well for me to keep it at bay). When trying this regime, I basically cut right back to a cleanser, serum and moisturiser. For me, I choose to use Mukti Organics Gentle Melt Cleansing Balm, followed by our Vital A (it’s a 100% botanical-based Retinal (not Retinol) that is clinically proven to work 11x faster than standard Retinols, and you can use it morning or night)! Then I finished off with Marigold Hydrating Crème which contains supercritically extracted antioxidants including madecassoside which is brilliant for calming the skin barrier.
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