10 Common Skincare Myths Debunked

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10 Common Skincare Myths Debunked | When it comes to skincare, it's important to know fact from fiction so you don't damage your skin and cause premature wrinkles and aging. In this post, we're debunking the most common beauty myths! Click to find out if "natural" and "organic" beauty products are really better for your skin, if you should moisturize oily skin, how often you should be washing your face, and some surprising facts about sunscreen and self-tanner!

Skincare is nothing to play around with, and anybody who has ever tried to improve their skin, knows that there’s tons of information and opinions out there about what works and what doesn’t. When it comes to skincare, it’s important you get the facts straight. While some skincare myths are relatively harmless, others can result in serious reactions, allergies and damage to your skin. These are the 10 most common skincare myths debunked so you can start improving your skincare routine today.

Common Skincare Myths Debunked

1. Myth: Natural and Organic Products Are Better for Your Skin

Truth: It’s a common myth that “natural” and “organic” products are safer, but in reality, natural-based skincare products are often unregulated and contain botanicals and essential oils that can lead to allergic reactions, especially in those with sensitive skin.

On top of this, “greenwashing” has become commonplace in the beauty industry, with brands making clams to be natural and eco-friendly when they really aren’t. Since the beauty industry is so under-regulated, brands can easily put “natural” on their products without backing up their claims. Do your research and stick to beauty brands that are “clean” rather than “natural” as clean products are free of toxic and harmful ingredients.

2. Myth: You Don’t Need To Use Eye Cream

Truth: While some believe that eye cream doesn’t really do anything and you’re fine just using your moisturizer, eye cream formulated with the right ingredients can absolutely help with different skin concerns. If you have dark circles or puffiness, look for an eye cream with caffeine and ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and retinol to control inflammation, eliminate wrinkles and dark circles, and give the skin a bright, youthful appearance.

3. Myth: Having Acne Means You Don’t Wash Your Face

Truth: Acne is a complicated skin condition that goes deeper than face washing and hygiene. Acne develops due to a combination of oil production, bacteria, clogged pores and inflammation and is affected by hormones and stress. You need to work internally and externally to treat acne, focusing on your gut, liver and hormones, as well as using non-pore clogging ingredients in your skincare and makeup. Not washing your face won’t help the situation, but it’s not a direct cause of acne.

4. Myth: A Spray Tan Protects Your Skin From Sunburn

Truth: A spray tan may give you gorgeous bronzed skin, but don’t make the mistake of thinking your fake tan protects you from the sun. A spray tan is not a “base tan”, it doesn’t provide any UV protection. In fact, you need to be even more careful in the sun with a spray tan because you can’t see your skin starting to turn red if you get a sunburn.

5. Myth: If Your Skin Burns It Means It’s Working

Truth: Skincare should never burn. If it does, remove it right away with a damp cloth. A little tingling can be normal with some products, but stinging or burning is a sign of trouble. It could indicate that you have sensitive skin, or it could mean that you’re having a serious allergic reaction to one of the ingredients. If something feels off, remove it right away.

6. Myth: Hot Water Opens Up Your Pores for a Better Clean

Truth: 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.

7. Myth: The Order You Apply Your Skincare Products Doesn’t Matter

Truth: The order definitely matters. Generally, you should apply your products thinnest to thickest and those with more active ingredients should go on first. This typically looks like: cleanser, then toner, essences or ampoules, then thicker moisturizers and creams, then face oils, then sunscreen. The reason? If you have a water-based serum, for example, it’s going to be hard for it to get through barrier ingredients in heavier creams to get into the skin to work.

8. Myth: You Don’t Need to Moisturize If You Have Oily Skin

Truth: 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.

9. Myth: You Don’t Need to Wear Sunscreen When It’s Cloudy

Truth: 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.

10. Myth: The More You Wash Your Face, The Better

Truth: You only need to wash your face twice a day- once in the morning and once at night, and additionally after sweating heavily as sweat can clog your pores. The more you wash your face, the worse off your skin can be. Over washing your face can dry out and irritate the skin, plus you’re getting rid of the microbiome, which compromises your skin barrier. This results in irritation and sensitivity, and is overall not great for your skin.

We hope we cleared up these skincare myths! Skincare myths can actually be quite dangerous and cause damage to your skin, so it’s important you know the facts.

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