The main purpose for most people’sskincare routineis to promote the health and beauty of their facial skin.

Some folks swear by serums while others prefer retinol creams or classic old-fashioned toners.

Some might combine all of these things.

A woman applying skincare to her face and smiling

But there are benefits to a skincare routine that are more than, well, skin-deep.

“Anticipation of happy events releases feel-good neurotransmitters in the brain,” explains Traube.

This helps your self-esteem and fills your cup.

A woman smiling in the mirror