The receipts: every skinmaxxing method, graded
5 of 10 methods in this protocol have citable scientific backing. The rest are labeled for what they are: community-proven practice or viral trends without evidence. Updated 2026-07-15.
| Method | Science | Community | Viral |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPF 30+ every morning, rain or shine | |||
| Gentle cleanser, once or twice daily | |||
| Moisturize while skin is damp | |||
| Retinoid at night (start 2x/week) | |||
| Change your pillowcase weekly | |||
| Stop touching and picking | |||
| Patch-test every new product | |||
| Cut the stack to what earns its slot | |||
| Sleep and sugar before serums | |||
| Beef tallow as moisturizer |
Grading rules: how we grade evidence