Cleansing your face morning and night is a part of most people's daily routines, whether it's prepping your complexion for the day ahead or washing off the dirt and grime after hours of work.
But even the simplest of steps can prove transformational, as long as you remain committed to the task.
In fact, a 43-year-old shared a lifelong tip she abides by every day to keep her skin looking "young and healthy", captioning her video: "43 years old and my skin never looked better."
Romy, who goes by @romy_ton on TikTok, shared eight "quick and easy tips" to get the "ultimate glowing, youthful glass skin" over 40.
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|Romy shared her strategy for 'young and healthy' skin
Urging skin care enthusiasts not to miss out on a remarkably easy yet crucial step, the beauty guru declared that consistency is key - skip the step "under no circumstances".
"Always wash your hands before cleansing your face, whether that be before you go to bed or when you wake up in the morning," Romy instructed.
"When I wake up in the morning, I wash my hands even though I was sleeping all night. I do not put my hands on my face to cleanse."
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Cleaning your face with dirty hands "doesn't make any sense", the LA-based creator said.
A similar sentiment has been echoed by the skin care gurus at L'Oreal, who urged individuals to "thoroughly wash [their] hands before sudsing up with your daily facial cleanser".
Missing this key step could transfer bacteria, oils, and dirt to the delicate skin on your face, exacerbating clogged pores, breakouts, or irritation.
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|Washing your hands takes about 20 seconds, making it a simple step to add into your routine
Having clean hands to wash your face ensures the subsequent cleanse purifies your skin from any grime "without introducing new contaminants to the mix".
And, thanks to increased guidance during the Covid pandemic, the NHS has outlined just how easy it is. Experts advise individuals to spend around 20 seconds washing their hands, meaning that it's an overwhelmingly quick addition to a skin care regimen.
Then, once your hands are cleansed, you can go and embark on your morning or nightly routine, having taken the necessary precautions to fight against germs and bacteria.