With so many beauty routines to choose from, it can be hard to separate the myths from the facts. But if you really want to have healthy and good-looking skin, you need to know the truth behind the following wrong beauty beliefs, some of which you may be guilty of following.
- Myth #1: You do not need a moisturizer if you have an oily face
- Myth #2: Acne develops only when you do not wash your face
- Myth 3: Only overweight people have cellulite
- Myth #4: Dry skin ages faster
- Myth #5: You can stay under the sun for a long time if you apply sunblock
- Myth #6: Water is all you need for great skin
- Myth #7: You can use the same products for both day and night
Myth #1: You do not need a moisturizer if you have an oily face
Fact: All skin types — oily, dry, combination — need a moisturizer. Even if you have oily skin, you still need to hydrate and nourish it. Just make sure to pick the right kind of moisturizer for you.
Myth #2: Acne develops only when you do not wash your face
Fact: Dirt and excess sebum are not the only things that can make you develop acne. Your face can also be easily irritated, inflamed, or clogged by the different cosmetic products that you use. Fluctuating hormones can cause breakouts, too. There are also some individuals who have a genetic makeup that makes them predisposed to having pimples.
Myth 3: Only overweight people have cellulite
Fact: This is far from the truth, especially since cellulite can be hereditary. So, that means it can affect even thin people. You can improve the appearance of cellulite through exercise. For stubborn fat, you can consider Coolsculpting, a treatment offered by medical spas in Utah to contour bodies.
Myth #4: Dry skin ages faster
Fact: Skin ages faster when it is regularly exposed to the sun’s harmful UV rays and pollution. And too much exposure to sunlight causes dry skin. So, dry skin does not exactly cause wrinkles; it just emphasizes it.
Myth #5: You can stay under the sun for a long time if you apply sunblock
Fact: Remember, even a sunblock with a high SPF can wear off after a few hours. So, if you want to stay outside during a sunny day, be sure to regularly reapply sunscreen — every two hours is ideal, especially if you are going swimming. For maximum protection, choose a sunblock with a high level of zinc.
Myth #6: Water is all you need for great skin
Fact: Drinking at least eight glasses of water each day is good for your overall health. But, it is not the end-all and be-all of great skin. You still have to protect yourself with sunblock. You also need to develop a good regimen for your skincare.
Myth #7: You can use the same products for both day and night
Fact: There is a good reason there are so-called day creams and night creams. During the daytime, many pollutants and radicals constantly attack your skin, so you should apply products that protect you from these things. At night, you are not exposed to these. What you should do is to apply products that stimulate the regeneration and restoration of skin cells. Choose those that contain retinol, peptides, and vitamins.
Knowing these skin myths and facts can help you take better care of your skin. Know what beauty routine works best for you, and you will soon enjoy healthy and glowing skin.
