What woman doesn’t want to have healthy looking facial skin free of pimples, wrinkles and blemishes? However, we often use unsuitable care products which, instead of helping, damage the skin. And mostly that’s because we believe everything people say. In fact, there are countless skincare myths that we still follow. So that you don’t go wrong with it and have a healthy looking face, we are sharing TOP 5 skin care myths and what you should actually be doing. You will thank us later!
It is important to know which care products meet your needs
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The Most Common Skincare Myths: What Does Skin Really Need?
You already know that the skin is the largest human organ. That is why it is very important to take care of it properly. Finding the right skincare routine can be time consuming and expensive, but it’s not impossible. Just don’t believe the following myths!
#Myth 1
Many women actually believe that products with natural ingredients are better for the skin. But that is not always true. How well the skin tolerates a cream is very individual and there is no guarantee that synthetic ingredients are worse for you. In fact, natural cosmetics are more likely to cause an allergic reaction. If the skin is more sensitive and susceptible, natural substances, vegetable oils and extracts can also trigger allergies.
Many of the synthetic ingredients in skin care products are considered just as safe and helpful as those that are considered “natural.” In reality, however, what is more important for the effectiveness of a skin care product is that the chemicals used are well balanced and all work towards the same goal: healthy skin.
Another myth: eye cream is not necessary. Yes, for both women and men
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#Myth 2
Expensive skin products are better than cheap ones. That’s not necessarily true either. It is not the price that determines the effectiveness and quality of a product. In general, a higher price does not always mean better quality. Such patented ingredients may be more expensive due to their rarity, but that doesn’t mean they are more effective. We are often not presented with any scientific evidence that these active ingredients are actually worth the price.
It is more important that the ingredients that make up a cream or serum suit your needs. Sometimes the 10 euro anti aging cream contributes more than the 100 euro product.
#Myth 3
Another myth is that oily skin doesn’t need moisture. If you don’t moisturize the skin, it can actually produce more oil to moisturize itself. Natural oils in the skin are necessary to maintain a healthy skin barrier that protects against acne, dirt and environmental pollutants.
Toothpaste does not cure acne
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The key to treating oily skin is to provide the skin with the moisture it needs without adding extra oil from other products. If you don’t use moisturizer but instead stuff yourself with oil-fighting skincare components, your skin will be dehydrated.
To be sure that oily skin gets enough moisture without clogging pores, avoid oil-based products, as well as those containing petrolatum, mineral oil, or kerosene.
The high price does not guarantee better quality
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#Myth 4
It’s summer and you need sunscreen every day to protect your skin from UV rays. However, that does not mean that sun protection should only be used in summer.
Sunscreen application is not limited to the warmer seasons of spring, summer and fall. So if you are asked whether you should also wear sunscreen in winter, answer “yes”. It is essential to use sunscreen in winter to maintain skin health and well-being, even when it is cloudy and snowy.
In winter and on cloudy days, you also need to wear sun protection
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It also puts both your skin and body at risk of a number of other, more serious diseases, such as: B. skin cancer, eczema and hyperpigmentation or rosacea. Never neglect this important step in your skin care routine.
#Myth 5
An old acne home remedy that most of our grandparents swear by is called toothpaste! But does it really help with acne? The answer is basically no. However, most toothpaste formulations contain baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, and menthol. These substances can help to dry out irritated pimples.
The problem with using toothpaste on pimples, however, is that it often causes further irritation and various types of rashes. That’s why it’s better to consider a skin-specific pimple treatment – it’s much more effective and doesn’t leave your face feeling minty!
Create your own skincare routine with all the products you need
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What is important for good skin care?
If you want to have healthy-looking skin free from blemishes, wrinkles and inflammation, you should first of all choose your skin care products carefully. Each product plays an important role and can help make your skin feel better. Take good care of your skin, apply the appropriate products and consult with specialists if necessary.
It’s not just the face that needs proper skin care
