The Hidden Cost of Free Skincare Advice (And What to Do Instead)
Free Advice Isn’t Free—Here’s the Real Cost
How many hours have you spent Googling acne solutions? Watching skincare TikToks? Asking strangers in Facebook groups what products they recommend?
If you’ve been stuck in that endless loop of searching, trying, failing, and repeating… this is for you.
I’m Abhyona, Licensed Esthetician and Skin Coach, and I know what it’s like to desperately want clear skin—only to find yourself deeper in confusion, out more money, and still breaking out.
But here’s the truth: free advice may be the most expensive mistake you’re making.
Why We Fall for Free Advice
It’s everywhere—Reddit threads, YouTube videos, skincare influencers, and friend-of-a-friend recommendations. The access is easy, and the price tag (free!) feels like a win.
But the problem?
It’s not built for you.
⚠️ Free Advice is:
Generic (not tailored to your acne type or skin history)
Contradictory (cut out dairy? Add probiotics? Use oil? Don’t?)
Random (shared by people who don’t know your skin)
Never-ending (because you keep searching for the “next fix”)
And even when estheticians share tips online, we can only offer so much without knowing your lifestyle, environment, skin triggers, and full history.
Let’s be real—you’re throwing darts blindfolded and hoping one sticks.
The DIY Loop That’s Keeping You Stuck
In Facebook groups, I see it all the time—people bouncing from one group to the next, asking the same question, and getting 20+ conflicting answers. I know they mean well, and I know how badly they want clear skin.
But this cycle?
It’s costing you more than you think.
Let’s Talk About the Real Costs
🧴 1. Money on the Wrong Products
If you added up everything you’ve spent on skincare trying to fix your acne over the years, it’s probably well over $1,500.
And the beauty industry banks on this—they sell hope in a bottle, knowing you’ll be back when it doesn’t work.
You’re not buying skincare. You’re buying marketing.
⏳ 2. Time You’ll Never Get Back
If you’ve been battling acne for 3, 5, or even 10 years… that’s years of your life spent avoiding mirrors, photos, dates, and moments.
When, with a proper plan, you could’ve been clear in 6–12 months.
Let that sink in.
⚠️ 3. Skin Damage from Bad Advice
Used toothpaste on a pimple?
Slathered your face in coconut oil?
Used an over-the-counter product so strong it burned your skin?
You’re not alone. We’ve all been there.
But those “quick fixes” come with long-term consequences: irritation, breakouts, and even barrier damage.
What Actually Works? Here's What You Should Do Instead
✅ Step 1: Stop Chasing Advice
Unfollow the endless skincare influencers.
Leave the Facebook groups.
Stop bouncing between drugstore trends.
Over-the-counter skincare simply isn’t formulated to treat acne at the root. Professional-grade products and science-backed strategies are what work.
👉 Want to know your unique acne trigger? Take the Acne Trigger Quiz
✅ Step 2: Find ONE Expert—and Trust Them
The truth is, your skin doesn’t need 100 opinions.
It needs one expert with real results.
Licensed estheticians are trained to understand your skin—not just the symptoms, but the science. And yes, our methods may differ, but the key is finding someone who aligns with your goals—and staying committed.
Because switching between estheticians or “double-dipping” won’t help your skin. It just confuses the plan.
✅ Step 3: Build a Plan That’s Made for You
Acne isn’t one-size-fits-all. Your skin needs a plan tailored to your:
History
Triggers
Lifestyle
Environment
Hormonal shifts
Skin goals
That’s why consultations matter. That’s why a roadmap—not a product list—is what changes your skin.
Your Skincare Plan Starts Here
You’ve tried the DIY route. You’ve listened to TikTok. You’ve read all the threads.
But if your skin is still struggling, it’s time to do something different.
📍 Book a 15-Minute Skin Chat: We’ll pinpoint your triggers and build a plan made just for you → Book here
🎧 Prefer to listen? Watch or listen to the full episode of Clear & Correctish to hear more.
👀 Key Takeaways:
Free advice isn’t tailored to YOU—and that’s why it’s not working.
You're wasting time, money, and energy chasing "maybe" solutions.
A real, customized plan with the right professional will change everything.
Ready to stop guessing and start healing?
Let’s get you clear—and correct.→ LEARN MORE