Your December Skincare Checklist: What to Keep, Add & Skip

By: bcabdel

🗓 By Jarvis – December 2025
Estimated reading time: 10 min

Introduction

Not sure what to change or keep in your routine this month? December is the perfect time for a skincare audit. Use this checklist to prep your skin for winter and beyond.

✅ What to Keep

  • Gentle cleanser
  • Hydrating serum
  • SPF (yes, still!)

➕ What to Add

  • Richer moisturizer
  • Overnight mask
  • Lip balm and hand cream
  • Humidifier (bonus tip!)

❌ What to Skip

  • Harsh scrubs
  • Alcohol-based toners
  • Trying new actives right before events

Final Tip: Prep for January

Start building good habits now — consistent sleep, internal hydration, and barrier-friendly routines.

Conclusion

A smart December routine sets the stage for healthy skin all winter (and the new year). Keep what works, add what helps, and skip what stresses your skin — that’s the glow-up formula.