The Power of Routine: Commitment, Consistency, and Continuity

Whether it was the hours spent studying in medical school, or the daily dedication I now have towards my personal health and skincare routine, the principles of the Three C’s have never failed me. 

They are simple, yet profound:

• Commit to your goal. 
• Stay consistent in your efforts. 
• And continue moving forward.

Following the Three Cs can start with small, daily actions that when continued become habit.

Over time these small efforts can lead to significant achievements.

Take running as an example. If you commit to running, even at a slow pace initially, and remain consistent with a running schedule, after a year, you'll have made remarkable progress from where you began.

Similarly, if your goal is to improve your physical health, consistency and continuity are key. Making healthier food choices for a week isn’t going to give you lasting change, and working out only produces results if you honor your commitment, without making excuses to not show up.

This philosophy is no different in skincare

Success isn’t achieved overnight; it’s the result of continued dedication. If you want to achieve your skincare goals it is all about the power of routine.

Regularly following your regimen helps your skin gradually adapt, improve, and ultimately thrive. Skipping days or being inconsistent disrupts this process. Your skin, like your body, responds best to a routine that it can rely on.

Athletes understand that results come from an unwavering commitment to their training program. In skincare, staying committed to your routine—even when results aren’t immediate—is essential. Over time, your skin will reflect the benefits of your dedication. 

Committing to an effective routine, staying consistent, and continuing to give your skin time to respond are all crucial to achieving your desired outcome.

It’s easy to become impatient, especially in a world where instant results are often expected. But just as it takes years of training to reach Olympic-level performance, achieving your best skin requires patience and persistence.

You must trust the process of your skincare routine.

No matter what goal you set, if you can use the Three Cs to guide your journey, you'll eventually reach your 'gold medal moment,' whatever that success looks like for you.

I can immediately recognize patients who have been dedicated to their skincare routine for years. Even those in their 60s - 70s and beyond maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin when they’ve consistently used active ingredients and SPF throughout their lives.

This combination builds a foundation for long-term health and resilience. This foundation supports your skin’s ability to repair, regenerate, and maintain its youthful appearance.

Dedication to a routine changes your skin at a cellular level.

It boosts collagen, increases cell turnover, balances skin tone, smooths skin texture, and helps you maintain a radiant, healthy complexion. 

These changes are invaluable as our skin ages, helping us build and sustain confidence by allowing us to put our best face forward.

As this year’s Olympic Games come to a close, I couldn’t help but notice how the stories of Olympic athletes contain meaningful metaphors and messages that overlap with skincare success.

Consider the journey of Simone Biles, one of the most talked-about athletes in this year’s Games. She’s the most decorated gymnast in history and added four more medals to her collection in Paris. But, her journey hasn’t been easy. After facing personal struggles that led her to withdraw from the Tokyo Games, she chose to step back from the sport she loved, prioritizing a commitment to her well-being over winning medals. For two years, she focused on her health, then spent another two years regaining her skills and perfecting her routine.

When she returned to the world stage in Paris, Biles took home multiple medals, including gold in the all-around competition, solidifying her status as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Her achievements are a testament to her extraordinary talent, resilience, and commitment, and her triumphant return sent a powerful message about strength and perseverance.

This story reminds us that success isn’t linear. The path to achieving a goal is often filled with setbacks and reasons to give up. But--if it's worth it for you to push through and keep going, you will eventually reach your gold.

I also always admire the athletes who defy expectations at the Olympics, breaking records and barriers, pushing themselves to be the best they can be. Like Carlos Yulo, who made history this year as the first male athlete from the Philippines to take home an Olympic gold—winning not just one, but two gold medals. Yulo is an inspiration, and his achievements perfectly illustrate that when you stay committed and focused, the rewards of your hard work will inevitably follow.

Olympic athletes dedicate themselves to their sports with daily discipline and patience, and with this same mindset, you can achieve remarkable results in your skincare journey as well.

Remember it's not just about immediate results; it’s about trusting that your daily efforts will lead to long-term success.

In skincare, this daily discipline and commitment to your routine is crucial. Maintaining consistency is key, because the longer you stick to your routine, the better your skin will become.

This steady progress and visible improvement over time is what makes the skincare journey so rewarding.

Commitment, consistency, and continuity are principles that apply to every area of life.

Whether your goal is to excel in sports, maintain your health, start something new, or achieve radiant skin, the path to success is the same.

It’s about showing up every day, putting in the work, and trusting that your efforts will yield meaningful results. Just as Olympic athletes reach the top of their sport through dedication and persistence, you can also achieve your skincare goals by embracing the power of the Three Cs.

The journey may require patience, but the reward of looking good and feeling confident is worth its weight in gold.