Why Generic Skincare Could Be Speeding Up Your Skin Ageing

There’s no such thing as a “typical” face. So, why do so many skincare products treat skin as if it’s all the same? Generic skincare is built for mass appeal, not for your unique skin profile. And while these products may promise hydration, glowing skin, or anti-ageing benefits, they could be quietly accelerating the very signs of ageing you’re trying to prevent. In this blog, we’ll explain how.  

1. Generic products are exactly that – generic  

Most off-the-shelf skincare relies on standardised formulas. That means the same blend of ingredients is sold to a 23-year-old with oily skin and a 45-year-old with rosacea-prone skin.  

Without personalisation, your skincare could be too harsh, too weak, or just not suited to your skin’s sensitivity threshold. That can cause inflammation, dryness, and a compromised skin barrier, all of which contribute to faster skin ageing. With prescription skin care, your formula is built around your skin’s needs, not just the label on the bottle.

2. Harsh actives = more harm than help  

Popular anti-ageing ingredients like retinoids and AHAs can work wonders. However, in the wrong hands or concentrations, they can cause more damage than good.  

Overexposure to strong actives without proper barrier support can lead to flaking, redness, and chronic inflammation. These signs of irritation can actually age the skin over time.  

At MiQuest, we take a personalised approach, adjusting the strength of your formula based on your skin’s tolerance, goals, and sensitivity. Your formula evolves with you – because your skin doesn’t stay the same.  

3. A damaged barrier ages you faster  

Your skin barrier is your body’s first line of defence. Your skin barrier is your body’s first line of defence. When it’s intact, it keeps moisture in and stressors out. But generic products can chip away at this delicate shield with stripping cleansers, alcohol-heavy toners, or outdated preservatives.  

A weakened barrier means more dehydration, more fine lines, and more dullness. If you need to restore your skin barrier, we’ll include barrier-loving ingredients in your formula, whether a dull skin treatment or prescription melasma treatment.  

4. Hidden irritants hide in plain sight  

Fragrance, parabens, and even some preservatives are common in generic skincare. But they don’t belong on everyone’s face – especially if you’re managing conditions like melasma or rosacea.  

These additives can quietly cause low-level inflammation, which can break down collagen and speed up skin ageing. That’s why at MiQuest, we skip the fillers and fragrance to focus on formulas that calm, not inflame.  

5. Personalised skincare is preventative skincare  

The key to ageing well is getting ahead of your skin’s needs before damage shows up. Our team blend data-driven analysis and expert dermatological input to build formulas that protect your skin’s future.  

This means that if you’re dealing with concerns like breakouts and fine lines at the same time, we’ll create a personalised acne removal cream that treats both, without making your skin worse in the process.  

Choose Smart Skincare – The MiQuest Way

Skin ageing isn’t just about time, it’s also about the decisions you make along the way. Generic skincare might seem harmless, but long-term use could be speeding up the signs you’re trying to avoid.  

Here at MiQuest, we offer a better approach to skincare – backed by science, powered by personalisation, and designed with your skin’s future in mind.  

Ready to slow down signs of ageing and get a formula made just for you? Start your skin journey for just £2.99/month!