Meanings
- neologismuncountableA skincare philosophy which emphasizes simplicity and only using products which are absolutely necessary.First known use 2010s
As we embrace ‘skinimalism’, meet the multi-tasking make-up product that’s actually good for your complexion
2021 December 1, “Glow with It”, in Hello! Fashion4 more examples
From the proliferation of skinimalism to the rise of by-product beauty and a new wave of products to banish blackheads, Rose Beer reports on the latest and greatest in skincare now
2020 February 14, ES Magazine, page 73Skinimalism prioritizes skin health and lets your natural beauty shine through. […] Not only is skinimalism poised to be the most low-maintenance skin care routine of your life, but you just might be shocked by the effectiveness of the results as well.
2022 February 1, Lourdes Avila Uribe, “Everything You Need To Know About 'Skinimalism', The Latest Beauty Trend”, in HuffPost, archived from the original on 01 Aug 2022‘Skinimalism’ is essentially about de-cluttering skincare cupboards and staying away from ‘adding to the cart’.
2022 May 17, “Allow the Skin to Breathe”, in The Asian AgeShould we all be following the fabled Korean 12-step regime, or is the recent trend for pared-back ‘skinimalism’ the way forward?
2022 October 29, Michelle Martin, “Trial & error”, in Irish Daily Star
Origin
Blend of skin + minimalism.
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