What are the small mistakes people make that are harm their skin ?
In the age of viral skincare products and routines, figuring out how toproperlycare for your skin can feel overwhelming. So, that’s why we need the experts to clear things up.
So, dermatologists and other skincare professionals: What are the biggest skincare “lies” and mistakes that most people don’t know?
Like, maybe most people with acne-prone skin feel the need to cleanse their face twice a day, but you’ve found it can be too drying forsomeskin types and can cause more harm than good. So, you often recommend only cleansing at night.
And speaking of cleansing, maybe you’ve encountered patients who make small (but significant) mistakes they had no idea they were making, like not gently massaging the cleanser for at least60 seconds.
Perhaps you’ve seen several patients thinking they need a 10-step skincare routine, but really, they can achieve their skin goals with much fewer products, and you can share which ones areactuallynecessary.
Or maybe you find that most people don’t realize how other factors (other than products) truly affect the skin, like the quality of your sleep and the food you consume.
Perhaps you’ve found that most people believe they only need SPF outdoors or at the beach, but you can share how important sunscreen is every day (even if you’re inside!) and the proper way to apply it.
What are the small mistakes people make that are harming their skin?