July 26, 2025

Skincare Secrets- Myths Vs. Reality - AI Podcast

7 minutes

Story at-a-glance

The “caveman method” is a viral TikTok trend that involves skipping all skincare, including water, to let your untouched skin restore its natural balance
While the skin is naturally self-regulating, its design evolved in a world without air pollutants, cosmetic residues, or synthetic chemicals. Today, a simple rinse or gentle cleanse helps reduce exposure to these toxins
Trends like the “caveman method” may suit individuals with minimal daily exposure to pollutants or products, but in most modern environments, it allows external inputs to interact with the skin for longer than ideal
Cleansing too often or too aggressively also has consequences. It weakens the skin’s barrier, disrupts microbial balance, and leaves your skin more reactive over time
An ancestral-friendly approach to cleansing includes a once-daily evening wash with a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser to clear makeup, and daily buildup

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By Dr. Mercola

4.6

14821,482 ratings

July 26, 2025

7 minutes

Story at-a-glance

The “caveman method” is a viral TikTok trend that involves skipping all skincare, including water, to let your untouched skin restore its natural balance
While the skin is naturally self-regulating, its design evolved in a world without air pollutants, cosmetic residues, or synthetic chemicals. Today, a simple rinse or gentle cleanse helps reduce exposure to these toxins
Trends like the “caveman method” may suit individuals with minimal daily exposure to pollutants or products, but in most modern environments, it allows external inputs to interact with the skin for longer than ideal
Cleansing too often or too aggressively also has consequences. It weakens the skin’s barrier, disrupts microbial balance, and leaves your skin more reactive over time
An ancestral-friendly approach to cleansing includes a once-daily evening wash with a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser to clear makeup, and daily buildup

...more