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Beauty Myths Debunked: What Actually Works in Skincare & Makeup
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Uncover the truth behind common skincare and makeup myths with this guide to what really works for glowing skin and flawless beauty!
Fact Check: Not all natural ingredients are safe or effective. For instance, lemon juice can irritate the skin, and coconut oil may clog pores for certain skin types. Dermatologist-approved ingredients like niacinamide or hyaluronic acid, or even gly...
Myth #1 : Natural Ingredients are Always Better for the Skin
Fact Check: Up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate clouds, leading to skin damage and aging. A broad-spectrum sunscreen is essential daily, rain or shine.
Myth #2 : You Don’t Need Sunscreen on Cloudy Days
Fact Check: Price doesn’t always equal quality. Many drugstore brands offer effective skincare and makeup products, often formulated with the same active ingredients as luxury options. According to Vogue here are the best affordable beauty products
Myth #3 : Expensive Products Always Work Better
Put a finger down if you were told to rinse your face with cold water to “close your pores” well that’s a myth! Pores don’t have muscles they don’t open or close and you can only reduce the appearance of them by unclogging them. Using salicylic acid ...
Myth #4 : You Can Shrink Your Pores (Pores Open & Close)
Oily skin still needs hydration. Skipping moisturizer can make your skin overproduce oil to compensate. Opt for lightweight, oil-free formulas such as water based moisturizers. Here’s one of my favorites!
Myth #5 : You Should Skip Moisturizer If You Have Oily Skin
Fact Check: Toothpaste contains ingredients that can irritate and inflame your skin. Instead, use a spot treatment with benzoyl peroxide or tea tree oil, or a pretty star pimple patch like these!
Myth #6 : Toothpaste Helps Pimples Go Away
Fact Check: Over-exfoliating can damage your skin barrier, leading to irritation and sensitivity. Stick to 2–3 times a week, depending on your skin type, and choose gentle exfoliants.
Myth #7 : You Should Exfoliate Your Body Every Day
Fact Check: Split ends can’t be fixed once they occur. The only solution is trimming them. Prevent future splits with regular haircuts and nourishing treatments. Here are a few of my favorite conditioners to use.
Myth #8 : You Can Repair Split Ends (You Must Cut Them)
Fact Check: Prevention is key! Starting a routine with antioxidants (like vitamin C) and sunscreen in your 20s helps delay visible signs of aging. Retinols are important for new skin cells to grow.
Myth #9: You Only Need Anti-Aging Products After 40
Truth: Price doesn’t always equal quality. Some drugstore products perform just as well (or better!) than their luxury counterparts. It’s about the formula, not the price tag.
Myth #10: Expensive Makeup is Always Better
Truth: Even one night of sleeping in makeup can clog pores, lead to breakouts, and accelerate aging by exposing your skin to free radicals from the day. Always cleanse before bed, no exceptions!
Myth #11: It's Okay To Go Sleep in Makeup Every Once in Awhile
Truth: While oils can lock in hydration, they don’t provide the water content your skin needs. A proper moisturizer contains both humectants (to attract water) and emollients (to seal it in).
Myth #12: Natural Oils Are a Perfect Replacement for Moisturizer
Truth: Foaming cleansers can be harsh and strip your skin’s natural oils, especially if you have sensitive or dry skin. Non-foaming or cream cleansers can be just as effective without compromising your moisture barrier.
Myth #13: The More Foam, the Better the Cleanser
Truth: Your skin doesn’t “adapt” to products like retinol or vitamin C. Instead, over time, you may simply stop noticing dramatic improvements as your skin stabilizes, but the products are still doing their job.
Myth #14: Your Skin Will Get Used to Skincare Products and They’ll Stop Working
Truth: Eye creams are specifically formulated for the delicate skin around your eyes, often containing targeted ingredients to address puffiness, dark circles, or fine lines. Regular moisturizers may not be as effective or gentle in this area.
Myth #15: Eye Creams Are Just Expensive Moisturizers
Truth: All skin types need melanated skin. Whether a skin type burns or not, based on the Fitzpatrick scale all skin types should be using SPF. SPF's main function/benefit is to protect the skin from UV Rays.
Myth #16: Melanated Skin Does Not Need SPF