Debunking Skincare Myths

If you feel a burning sensation it means the product is working?
This is absolutely NOT true and is a sign that
your skin is irritated by the product. Your daily skincare should not be uncomfortable
at all.

 

The more water you drink the better your skin will be.
While we can all agree that drinking water is
important in maintaining healthy skin, drinking
'extra' water won't guarantee a perfect complexion. Generally, excess water is just filtered out of your
system.

 

The more a product costs, the better it is.

This is a common misconception and untrue as
affordable products can be very effective too. The most important factor in finding efficacious skincare is knowing what ingredients you're looking for so you can find formulations that work well with your skin and can treat the skin conditions you want to target.

 

You don't need to exfoliate

Everyone needs to exfoliate, regardless of your skin
type. The benefits of exfoliation include; evening out skin tone and texture, improving absorption of products, de-clogging pores and brightening the skin. The type and strength of your exfoliation is what
should vary from person to person.

 

You need use a lot of skincare to get good skin.

It may take a little time to figure out what skincare works for you but you definitely don't need a lot of
products to get good skin. The most important skincare products to focus your search on include; cleanser, exfoliator, hydrating factor, SPF.

 

Hot Water Opens Up Your Pores for a Better Clean

You shouldn’t ever be washing your face with hot water, especially water so hot that it hurts. Hot water can damage your skin as it strips it of its natural protective barrier and dries it out. Plus, common skin conditions like rosacea and eczema can be triggered by hot water. Lukewarm water is ideal for washing your face, but cold water has benefits too. Cold water tightens the appearance of your skin, reduces puffiness and helps boost your circulation. It also helps with acne-related irritation.

 

You Don’t Need to Moisturize If You Have Oily Skin

No matter what type of skin you have, you need to be using moisturizer to keep your skin balanced and nourished. Most cleansers will strip the natural oils from your skin, so you need to replace that protective layer. It is true that oily skin requires the least amount of moisture, but oily skin can still become dehydrated, so a moisturizer is crucial to hydrate your skin. Look for a lighter product like a hydrating serum or lotion instead of a heavy cream.

 

You Don’t Need to Wear Sunscreen When It’s Cloudy

You need to wear sunscreen every single day, whether it’s sunny or cloudy. The only time you don’t need to wear sunscreen is at night when there’s no sun. Even when you can’t see the sun on a cloudy day, the UV rays are still there and doing damage. Use a face sunscreen with at least SPF 30 for the best protection.