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AIBU to think it’s ridiculous how much ‘extra stuff’ has been added to the average routine!

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TheGirlWhoLived · 10/05/2026 22:59

So a decade ago I used to wipe off my make-up with a 3-in-1 wipe, pop on some cheap moisturiser and brush my teeth. That’s it, that was the extent of my night time routine.

Now I’m late 30’s and suddenly I brush, floss and use mouthwash. Apply a 7-step cleansing/toning/treatment/moisturising skincare plan, use bio oil and tightening creams, take various supplements (including biotin, turmeric, collagen, magnesium, apple cider vinegar, ashwaganda, cod liver oil, b12, k2, d3 ETC) - all before getting into bed.

This doesn’t even include the daytime additions of gut healthy seeds, low upf,7 fruit and veg, 10,000 steps, strength training, yoga for flexibility, fresh air, 30 different plants, kombucha, kefir and whatever else I’m meant to do to stave off illness, it’s exhausting!

Please tell me everyone’s routine has been embellished in the last decade or have I just been taken in by all this extra rubbish!?

OP posts:
ToffeeCrabApple · 10/05/2026 23:03

I don't do any of this shit 😂. Never have

Just eat plenty of fruit & veg, meat/carb/dairy in moderation & plenty of water

MaidMiriam · 10/05/2026 23:02

I'm just extremely impressed, OP... and more than a little ashamed that I can barely force myself to wash my face! I bet you look great!

mumofoneAloneandwell · 10/05/2026 23:01

Yanbu its too much

Dean Winchester Facepalm GIF
ItsPickleRick · 10/05/2026 23:00

You are being completely unreasonable to do all of that and take all of those supplements!

But then so am I, because I do the same 😩

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